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NNL fines Jigawa Golden Stars over post-match conference offence
The Nigeria National League (NNL) has imposed a Two Hundred Thousand Naira (₦200,000) fine on Jigawa Golden Stars for post-match Conference offence committed by the Technical Adviser , Rabiu Tata.
Oyo commissioner-nominee hopes to revive 3SC, Crown
Seun Fakorede, who was nominated by Governor Seyi Makinde, has promised to develop the sporting sector in Oyo State if assigned to man the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
Niger Tornadoes set for MFM friendly ahead Caf Confederation Cup tie
Caf Confederation Cup campaigners Niger Tornadoes will engage Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side MFM in a friendly at the Agege Stadium, Lagos, on Monday.
Tope Bulus replaces Fidelis Ilechukwu at MFM head coach
Former Enugu Rangers assistant coach, Tope Bulus, has emerged as the choice of MFM Football Club of Lagos as replacement for Fidelis Ilechukwu who has moved to Heartland of Owerri.
Heartland fans optimistic as club unveils Fidelis Ilechukwu
Fans of Owerri based Premier league side Heartland, are hoping that the coming of Fidelis Ilechukwu as coach of the side will mark a return to winning ways when the Nazi Millionaires were too hot for comfort.
Heartland to unveil Fidelis Ilechukwu as new head coach on Monday
Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side Heartland have announced the appointment of Fidelis Ilechukwu as their new coach ahead of the new season.
Crime Busters: My dream is to get police team into NNL, NPFL for first...
Ebere Amaraizu, General Manager, Crime Busters FC of Enugu, says that his utmost dream is to qualify the police football team to the Nigeria National League (NNL) and Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).
Tornadoes overhaul squad ahead CAFCC, second tier NNL campaign
Nigeria National League (NNL) side Niger Tornadoes have have released 11 players from their squad ahead of their First-Round match in the Caf Confederation Cup against Guinea’s Santoba Conakry.
NNL Super Four play-offs on hold over logistic issues
Organisers of the annual Super Four Play-offs that determines champions of the second tier domestic league, the Nigeria National League (NNL) have informed newsmen that the event earlier billed for Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba from July 31 to 3 August, 2019, has been put on hold, citing ‘logistic’ reasons.
Super Falcons assistant coach dedicates Rotary club award to grassroots sports
Super Falcons assistant coach Maureen Madu believes that Nigeria has the potential to dominate continental and global sporting space if more and genuine attention is paid to grassroots sports.
Federation Cup: Niger Tornadoes promised reward for win over Kano Pillars in final
The management of Nigeria National League (NNL) side Niger Tornadoes has promised N500,000 cash reward for each goal scored by the team against Kano Pillars in the final of the 2019 Federation Cup.
NNL: Senator Saraki’s club goes on indefinite break
The management of Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) FC of Ilorin has approved an indefinite break for staff, players and technical crew of the club.
Seyi Akinwunmi emerges Lagos FA chairman
The incumbent Chairman of Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), Seyi Akinwunmi, on Monday retained his seat amid a dramatic tight electoral contest that took place in Lagos.
NNL matches on hold as Aiteo Cup takes centre stage
Organisers of the Nigeria National League (NNL), the second tier of Nigeria’s football league, have placed the 2018/2019 season on hold.
LMC announces new dates for matchday 21, 22 fixtures
The League Management Company (LMC) has announced changes in the dates for the last set of fixtures in the ongoing Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) abridged season.
Usman Abd’Allah: Enyimba gave their best against Remo Stars
Enyimba coach Usman Abd’Allah has expressed satisfaction with the improved attitude and display by his players in their Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Matchday 20 fixture against Remo Stars on Thursday at the Gateway International Stadium in Sagamu.
Osun United coach resigns after losing league match, alleges gang-up
Samson Unuanel, the Head Coach of Osun United Football Club of Osogbo, on Saturday announced his resignation from his position at the club.
NNL: Head coach resigns as Gateway United suffers first defeat
The Head Coach of Ogun State-owned football club, Gateway United, Hakeem Busari, has resigned from his position.
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South Africa: Nigeria overreacted to recent xenophobic attacks – official
Clayson Monyela, spokesman of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) in South Africa, says Nigeria overreacted to the recent xenophobic attack in the country.
Khafi Kareem evicted from BBNaija House
While in the house, the 29-year old won the Innoson vehicle valued at over N3m, and a N220,000 Scanfrost TV.
Expert calls for improved health infrastructure
A Medical Practitioner, Dr Tony Momoh, has advised government to fix dilapidated health infrastructure and provide equipment to make the health sector more functional.
Tribunal upholds elections of two Oyo PDP lawmakers
The House of Assembly Elections Petition Tribunal sitting in Ibadan on Sunday upheld the elections of two People’s Democratic Party (PDP) assembly members in Oyo State.
Xenophobia: Only Julius Malema can save South Africa now – Femi Fani-Kayode
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Femi Fani-Kayode, has revealed the man that can save South Africa at this moment.
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FUOYE killing: NYCN wants President Buhari to probe police shooting
“It is understandable to say that the office of the First Lady has nothing to do with the epileptic supply of electricity to students’ environment,” a statement by the NYCN read, “but it would have been wise and safer if she had taken time to address and appease the agitating students.”
Xenophobia: Returnees relive ordeal, demand revenge against South Africa
For the 187 Nigerians who returned home from South Africa on Wednesday, it is time to thank God for sparing their lives from the jaws of death impelled by xenophobic attacks in the rainbow country
US imposes sanctions on North Korean hacking groups blamed for global attacks
The U.S. Treasury on Friday announced sanctions on three North Korean hacking groups it said were involved in the WannaCry ransomware attacks and hacking of international banks and customer accounts.
Jubilations as Tribunal affirms Ogun governor’s victory
Massive jubilation and dancing erupted at Isabo and spread to other parts of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, as the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal led by Justice Yusuf Halilu affirmed the victory of Governor Dapo Abiodun in the March 9, gubernatorial election in the state.
Maiduguri businessmen sent to jail over N13 million dud cheque
Two businessmen in Maiduguri, Mohammed Danladi and Adam Abdulhamid, have been remanded in prison over obtaining by false pretence and issuing a N13 million dud cheque.