Awards & Recognition

Okwaraji Remembered: Soccer Fans Carnival Honours a Nigerian Legend

Okwaraji Remembered: Soccer Fans Carnival Honours a Nigerian Legend

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The late Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji, who died on the pitch while representing Nigeria in a World Cup qualifier 37 years ago, was honoured posthumously at the maiden Soccer Fans Carnival in Abuja, in a ceremony that also recognised former Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Babayaro and current Nigeria international Kelechi Iheanacho among its awardees. The Soccer […]

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Nigeria To Host 2026 CAF Awards As Osimhen Eyes Redemption

Nigeria To Host 2026 CAF Awards As Osimhen Eyes Redemption

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Nigeria has been confirmed as host of the 2026 CAF Awards ceremony in Lagos in December, setting up a compelling home-soil showdown between Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Achraf Hakimi and Brahim Diaz for African Player of the Year. 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly: October 2026, Abuja 2026 CAF Awards Ceremony: December 2026, Lagos Last Nigerian

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Moffi and Sanusi Are Champions of Portugal — And the Stories Behind the Title Could Not Be More Different

Moffi and Sanusi Are Champions of Portugal — And the Stories Behind the Title Could Not Be More Different

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Two Nigerians. One trophy. Completely different journeys to get there. Zaidu Sanusi earned his second title with the club after four years of consistent service. Terem Moffi arrived on loan in January from a club in crisis and is leaving as a champion. Porto’s 31st Primeira Liga title belongs to both of them. FC Porto

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Savio Idezi Stars as Smart City Beat Gateway FC 3–2 in Five-Goal NNL Thriller

Savio Idezi Stars as Smart City Beat Gateway FC 3–2 in Five-Goal NNL Thriller

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In an exciting Nigeria National League (NNL) clash, Smart City FC edged Gateway FC 3–2 in a five goal thriller on Saturday, with Savio Idezi earning the Man of the Match award after a standout performance. The win keeps Smart City strong in Conference A. The contest featured end to end action at the NNL

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Nwabali Named Man of the Match in Super Eagles’ AFCON Bronze Win Over Egypt

Nwabali Named Man of the Match in Super Eagles’ AFCON Bronze Win Over Egypt

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was named Man of the Match after a pivotal performance in Nigeria’s third-place playoff victory over Egypt at the AFCON 2025 tournament. The match ended 0–0 after regulation, and Nigeria claimed the bronze medal with a 4–2 penalty shootout win at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca. Nwabali played a

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Taofeek Named 2025 Cool Wealth Revelation Player of the Year

Taofeek Named 2025 Cool Wealth Revelation Player of the Year

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Lech Poznań winger Ismaheel Taofeek has further burnished his burgeoning reputation in European football after being named Revelation Player of the Year at the 2025 Cool Wealth Awards. The 25 year old Nigerian was chosen ahead of a strong shortlist of nominees, including Chibuike Nwaiwu (Trabzonspor), Emmanuel Uchenna (Sparta Praha), Obah Prosper (Shakhtar Donetsk) and

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AFCON 2025: Osimhen Scoops MOTM in Super Eagles’ Win Over Algeria

AFCON 2025: Osimhen Scoops MOTM in Super Eagles’ Win Over Algeria

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Super Eagles talisman Victor Osimhen was named Man of the Match after a commanding performance in Nigeria’s 2–0 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter-final victory over Algeria in Marrakech. Osimhen scored the opening goal shortly after halftime and provided the assist for Akor Adams’ second strike, playing a central role in Nigeria’s progression to the

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Osimhen Crowned Turkey’s Sportsman of the Year After Stellar Season

Osimhen Crowned Turkey’s Sportsman of the Year After Stellar Season

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Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been named Sportsman of the Year in Turkey at the 2025 GQ Türkiye Men of the Year Awards. The Nigerian forward was honoured at the annual ceremony, recognising his exceptional performances for his club. Last season, Osimhen was a talisman for Galatasaray — scoring 37 goals and

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Ekong Honoured by Akwa Ibom Governor as He Leaves International Stage

Ekong Honoured by Akwa Ibom Governor as He Leaves International Stage

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William Troost-Ekong has received warm tributes from Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, following the defender’s decision to retire from international football. On Friday, 5 December 2025, Governor Eno, via his Commissioner for Sports Paul Bassey, described Troost-Ekong’s career as “illustrious and exemplary,” praising his dedication, discipline, and leadership both on and off the

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