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Air Peace, in partnership with the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), led a solemn tribute evening on 28 July 2025 at the NIIA’s Sports and Diplomacy Wall of Fame in Lagos. The event paid homage to fallen legends Christian Chukwu, Peter Rufai, Charles Bassey, Moses Effiong and Obisia Nwakpa. Emotions ran high as attendees […]

Members of Ashleigh Plumptre’s family flew to Morocco to witness first-hand Nigeria’s historic second-half comeback as the Super Falcons clinched their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations crown. The team overturned a 2–0 deficit against host nation Morocco to triumph 3–2 in Rabat on Saturday night. Trailing at half-time after goals from Ghizlane Chebbak and

Plateau United have parted ways with long‑serving stars Daniel Itodo, Jimmy Ambrose and Charles Henlong amid a sweeping restructuring sparked by the recent appointment of a new management team by the state government. Collectively credited with over 537 appearances for the Peace Boys, Itodo and Ambrose notably lifted the NPFL title in 2017. As the

Abakaliki FC have been relegated from the Nigeria National League (NNL) after a dismal campaign, despite reaching the 2025 President Federation Cup final—a first in their history. The Ebonyi‑based side finished bottom of Conference B with just 17 points from 18 matches, sealing their drop to the third-tier Nationwide League One (NLO). Their cup journey, however,

When a football match is abandoned stopped mid‑game and not completed on the same day the rules that apply vary by league and competition. In South Africa’s PSL, for instance, matches halted due to bad weather must either resume within 72 hours from the point of interruption with the same score and players or be

As Nigerians joined the global Muslim community in marking Eid-el-Kabir, Anambra State Football Association Chairman, Gen. Chikelue Iloenyosi, delivered heartfelt greetings and a strong call for unity and compassion. The former Super Eagles defender urged all citizens to embrace the values of sacrifice, peace, and brotherhood that define the festival. In his message, Iloenyosi emphasised

The Italian Football Federation has postponed all domestic football matches scheduled for Easter Monday including Serie A, lower divisions, and amateur levels following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88. The announcement, made in agreement with Italian footballing bodies, means that games involving Nigerian internationals Maduka Okoye and Fisayo

John Obi Mikel and Celestine Babayaro represented Nigeria in style as part of the Chelsea Legends team that faced Liverpool in the annual LFC Foundation charity match at Anfield on Saturday. Despite their efforts, the Blues were defeated 2-0 by their Merseyside rivals. Mikel was one of the standout performers for Chelsea, commanding the midfield

Super Eagles defender Shehu Abdullahi is not just making an impact on the football pitch he is also a driving force behind grassroots sports development and youth empowerment in Sokoto State. His journey from playing at Kano Pillars to representing Nigeria on the international stage has shaped his vision of giving back to his community.

The Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL has taken a major step toward securing the future of its players by partnering with Hungarian universities to provide educational opportunities alongside football careers. NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, met with representatives from the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, led by Dr. Zoltán Lakner, in Abuja to