Gift Orban Apologises to Fans After Social Media Misunderstanding

Gift Orban Apologises to Fans After Social Media Misunderstanding

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Gift Orban, the Nigerian forward currently with Lyon, has apologised to the club’s fans after a social media incident sparked controversy. Orban praised Sinaly Diamonde on Instagram, describing him as “Top” with fire emojis after Diamonde scored a goal and provided an assist. However, this celebration angered Lyon fans as Diamonde’s impressive performance had come […]

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Nigerian Referee Gbemisola Yusuf Joins Elite CAF Training in Cairo

Nigerian Referee Gbemisola Yusuf Joins Elite CAF Training in Cairo

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Gbemisola Yusuf, a rising referee from Nigeria and a University of Lagos undergraduate, is participating in the CAF Young Referee Course in Cairo, Egypt. Selected among 21 young referees from across Africa, Yusuf was chosen for this prestigious training following her commendable performance officiating matches at the CAF African Schools Championship, where she handled high

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Rivers United Held in Stalemate; Heartland Stuns Remo Stars in NPFL

Rivers United Held in Stalemate; Heartland Stuns Remo Stars in NPFL

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In a thrilling NPFL weekend, league leaders Rivers United were held to a 1-1 draw by a resilient 10 man El Kanemi Warriors at the Adokiye Amasiamaka Stadium in Port Harcourt. El Kanemi took the lead through Samaila Bello, but Rivers United responded with an equaliser from Taofeek Otaniyi. Both teams remain unbeaten this season,

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Mikel leads Nigerian earnings, ranks 6th in Africa' richest footballers

Mikel leads Nigerian earnings, ranks 6th in Africa’ richest footballers

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John Mikel Obi, the former Super Eagles captain and Chelsea midfielder, has emerged as Nigeria’s all time highest earning footballer and ranks sixth overall in Africa. According to new data, the continent’s wealthiest footballers largely consist of retired legends, with only a few current players joining the top ranks. Topping the African list is Samuel

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Anas Yusuf's 9th Goal of NPFL Season Lifts Nasarawa United in Standings

Anas Yusuf’s 9th Goal of NPFL Season Lifts Nasarawa United in Standings

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Nasarawa United’s captain, Anas Yusuf, claimed the NPFL Player of the Week title after scoring his ninth goal of the season in a 1-0 victory over Kano Pillars. This crucial win boosted Nasarawa United, known as ‘The Solid Miners,’ to eighth place with 12 points from 12 matches. Yusuf, celebrated for his consistent goal scoring

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Rasheedat Ajibade Sponsors Coaching Training for 11 Lagos Coaches

Rasheedat Ajibade Sponsors Coaching Training for 11 Lagos Coaches

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Through her Rasheedat Ajibade Foundation RAF, Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has sponsored 11 coaches from Lagos State for the third phase of the NIS/LSFA Coaching Certification Course. This initiative underscores Ajibade’s commitment to supporting grassroots football development by helping coaches enhance their qualifications and skills. In addition to covering the training fees, Ajibade pledged

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Arokodare's Rise Genk's Future Goal Machine Takes Shape

Arokodare’s Rise Genk’s Future Goal Machine Takes Shape

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Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare, currently tied as the top scorer in Belgium’s Pro League with eight goals, is being touted as a promising goal machine for the future. Despite early criticism from fans, Arokodare has shown steady improvement, drawing comparisons to Genk icons Paul Onuachu and Branko Strupar, who both became revered strikers for the

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Rising Star Aishat Animashaun Shares Ambitions to Play for Chelsea

Rising Star Aishat Animashaun Shares Ambitions to Play for Chelsea

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Sixteen year old Nigerian winger Aishat Animashaun, a standout player for the Flamingos at the U17 Women’s World Cup, dreams of playing for Chelsea. Hailing from Abia State and currently playing for Nigeria’s local club Ninja Ratels, Animashaun made significant contributions during the tournament, including an assist in a 4-0 win over Ecuador. Reflecting on

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Amaju to Discuss sports infrastructure problems at University of Ibadan

Amaju to Discuss sports infrastructure problems at University of Ibadan

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On October 29, 2024, Amaju Melvin Pinnick, former President of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF and a FIFA Council member, will deliver a distinguished lecture at the University of Ibadan on the urgent need for improved sports infrastructure and maintenance in Nigeria. This lecture, titled The Challenges of Sports Infrastructure and Maintenance in Nigeria: Prospects

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