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Tributes for late Nigerian boxer Olanrewaju

Tributes have continued to pour in from across the Nigerian boxing community following the tragic death of former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who collapsed during a boxing match in Ghana on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra…

NPFL: Kano Pillars lift suspension on Usman Abdallah

Kano Pillars have lifted the suspension on their technical adviser, Usman Abdallah, DAILY POST reports. Abdallah was suspended by the Sai Masu Gida in February due to poor results and gesture towards the fans after the club’s matchday 22 goalless…

Rivers Hoopers intensify BAL prep in Lagos

Six-time Nigerian champions Rivers Hoopers are in Lagos to continue their preparations for the fifth season of the Basketball Africa League which dunks off with Conference Playoffs on Saturday, April 5, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The KingsMen arrived in Lagos…

Nigeria, Ghana disagree over late boxer’s medical clearance

Ngerian and Ghanaian boxing authorities have locked horns over the circumstances surrounding the death of former Nigerian champion Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, with both bodies giving conflicting accounts regarding the fighter’s medical clearance before his fatal bout in Accra, The PUNCH…

FA Cup: Aina included in the Team of the Round

Nottingham Forest defender, Ola Aina has been included in the FA Cup Team of the Round following the Tricky Trees quarter-final victory over Brighton & Hove Albion. Aina was in action for the entire duration of the game, with Nuno…

EPL: Rashford is not my player – Man Utd manager, Amorim

Manchester United boss, Ruben Amorim has insisted that Marcus Rashford is not his player at the moment. Amorim spoke at his pre-match press conference ahead of Manchester United’s Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest on Tuesday. Recall that Rashford fell…

EPL: Man City hit with Haaland injury blow

Manchester City issued a statement on Monday providing an update on Erling Haaland’s ankle injury. Haaland was forced off during the FA Cup win over Bournemouth on Sunday. The Norway striker, who had made it 1-1 with a close-range finish,…

International scout eyes NDSF football talents

One of Nigeria’s foremost international football scouts, Paul Ojo, is looking forward to discovering the country’s next football stars at the Niger Delta Sports Festival which will commence on April 1 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Ojo has had the…

Ocheho lauds Abia after National Junior Handball Champs

The President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria, Samuel Ocheho, has commended the Abia State Sports Council for its invaluable partnership in hosting the just-concluded National U-12 and U-15 Handball Championship in Umuahia. The championship, which ran from March 18…

Super Eagles coach Chelle returns to Europe

The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, is back in Europe. During his trip, Chelle will continue his consultations with Super Eagles players based on the continent. The 47-year-old is also expected to scout and meet players who…

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