Ihezuo and substitute Abiodun, who wrong-footed Dlamini for Nigeria’s winning goal By Dianabasi Effiong Nigeria on Tuesday reached the Final of the 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a dramatic semi-final in Casablanca that saw Cup-holders South Africa sent packing through a late-in-the-day spectacular goal by defender, Michelle Alozie. Both teams fought tactically…
By Dianabasi Effiong The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), in collaboration with the Directorate of Sports, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), would hold a Sports Administration Course (SAC) to strengthen governance and foster development within Nigeria’s sports sector. This introductory-level course is open to elected officials and staff members of National Olympic Committees (NOCs), National…
By Dianabasi Effiong The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has concluded arrangements for the CAF Educators’ Course kick-off on Thursday, July 17. According to its Spokesperson, the programme will end on July 25. “This programme is part of our quest to increase the number of CAF-Licensed Coach Educators across the length and breadth of Nigeria. We…
The Super Falcons at training on Tuesday By Dianabasi Effiong Nigeria and Zambia senior women national teams will meet on Friday in one of the most-anticipated Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) matches in the history of the competition. According to the Ademola Olajide, the Nigeria Football Federation’s Media Aide, “the nine-time champions, Nigeria, spent…
Gov Sanwo-Olu (3rd from left), NFF President Gusau (2nd left), presenting the men’s trophy to Kwara United’s captain as Gov Abdulrazaq, NSC chairman Dikko and NSC DG Olopade watch with interest. By Dianabasi Effiong Cup holders Rivers Angels won their 10th title by edging Nasarawa Amazons on penalties, while Kwara United won their first-ever national…
Lady Captain Maryann Udoaka By Akanimo Kufre The lady captain of Ibom Golf Club, Maryann Udoaka, has congratulated Captain Emeritus Hon. Usenobong Akpabio, who became the second edition champion of the biggest golf tournament in Nigeria. “Ibom Open 2025 is one of a kind. I consider Hon. Usenobong Akpabio a deserving winner who has worked…