History

The Nigeria Football Federation has sanctioned the Sam Okwaraji Secondary Schools Soccer Championship, setting the stage for an annual tournament in every state. The green light came after the Senate Committee on Sports Development, chaired by Senator Abdul Ningi, endorsed the proposal and urged the federation to act swiftly. Conceived by the Samuel Okwaraji Foundation, […]

On May 4, 2025, Chido Obi-Martin made history by becoming Manchester United’s youngest-ever Premier League starter at just 17 years and 156 days old. The Nigerian-Danish forward was handed his debut by manager Ruben Amorim in United’s thrilling 4-3 away loss to Brentford. Despite the defeat, Obi-Martin’s performance stood out as a symbol of United’s

In the high-stakes qualifiers of 1993, as Nigeria stood on the brink of World Cup history, one man rose above all Rashidi Yekini. With raw power, precision, and purpose, the “gangling” striker fired Nigeria to its first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance, writing his name in gold in African football lore. Yekini was more than just

Nigerian football legend Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha has opened up about one of the biggest disappointments of his career never winning the CAF Player of the Year award. In a candid interview with Omasports, the former Super Eagles captain admitted he believed he had done enough during his career to deserve the honour. “I thought I

Enugu Rangers have begun formal mourning for the late ex-player and club legend Christian Chukwu, who passed away earlier this week. The club announced the opening of a condolence register at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, inviting fans, well-wishers, and the football community to pay their respects. Chukwu, affectionately nicknamed “Chairman,” was a towering figure in

The January transfer window has historically proven pivotal for several Nigerian footballers who revitalized their careers or significantly impacted their new clubs. Highlighting six such players, this feature delves into the success stories of Yakubu Aiyegbeni, Nwankwo Kanu, Taye Taiwo, Wilfred Ndidi, Osaze Odemwingie, and Henry Onyekuru. Yakubu Aiyegbeni excelled after joining Portsmouth from Maccabi

The legacy of Ernest Okonkwo, one of Nigeria’s most revered sports commentators, remains an indelible mark on the country’s football history. Known for his poetic and gripping radio commentaries during the golden era of Nigerian football, Okonkwo and his contemporaries elevated the game, attracting massive audiences and immortalising players with iconic nicknames. These commentators transformed

Dr. Felix Owolabi Akinloye, a former Green Eagles and 11CC football legend, will be celebrated on his 70th birthday in a grand event featuring dignitaries such as Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. The milestone celebration will take place on November 22, 2024, at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex in

Nigerian footballers are leaving a legacy that extends beyond the pitch, using their influence to make impactful contributions to communities. Nwankwo Kanu, known for his prowess with Arsenal and Nigeria, launched the Kanu Heart Foundation, providing life saving surgeries for children across Africa. After his heart condition and recovery, Kanu has made his foundation a

Former Nigerian football star Etim John Esin, famously known as African Maradona, recently shared insights into his decision to sign with Iwuayanwu Nationale of Owerri rather than Abiola Babes of Abeokuta. Both clubs were among Nigeria’s elite teams at the time, but Esin recalls that Chief Emmanuel Iwuayanwu, owner of Iwuayanwu Nationale, personally incentivized him