Nigeria: Three Nigerians Offer Lifeline to Ailing Football Legend Peter Fregene

[ad_1] Renowned sports journalist and former Nigerian international Segun Odegbami shared the update, expressing gratitude for the generosity. Three Nigerians have volunteered to support the treatment of Nigerian football icon Peter Fregene, fondly known as 'Apo,' who lies critically ill at Obule Medical Centre in Sapele, Delta State. Renowned sports journalist and former Nigerian international Segun Odegbami shared the update, expressing gratitude for the generosity. "The Creator of Life has shown up," Mr Odegbami wrote. "What Peter Fregene needs most […]

October 10, 2024

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Nigeria/Egypt: Enyimba Face Zamalek in Tough CAF Confed Cup Group

[ad_1] Former African champions and Nigeria's sole representative in this year's CAF Inter club competitions, Enyimba of Aba, have been drawn in a tricky group where they are to face Confederation Cup holders Zamalek and two other clubs. Apart from Zamalek, Enyimba will also battle with another Egyptian club, Al Masry and Black Bulls of Mozambique in Group D which has since been named the group of death by football analysts. After the group matches, the first two clubs from […]

October 10, 2024

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Nigeria: Alake Plans Soyinka ‘Adire’ Village to Curb Influx of Foreign Fabrics

[ad_1] The Alake and paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, has unveiled plans to establish the Prof. Wole Soyinka Adire Village as part of the drive to promote the locally made Adire/Kampala fabrics. ICLED Business School's president, Prof. Olajumoke Familoni, has been saddled with the duty to midwife the initiative. Speaking at a press conference attended by the Egba major stakeholders, including the high chiefs and kingmakers at the Ake palace in Abeokuta, Oba Gbadebo said the initiative would […]

October 10, 2024

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Nigeria: Amokachi Resumes, Pledges 120 Percent Commitment to Lobi Stars’ Success

[ad_1] The newly appointed Technical Adviser of Lobi Stars of Makurdi, Daniel Amokachi, resumed at his new duty post as he had his first training session with the team yesterday morning at the McCarthy Stadium. The club in a statement said during his introduction to the players, the former Super Eagles coach and Benue-born football tactician emphasised his role as a friend, confidant, and boss. He, therefore, expressed the desire for a strong brotherly bond to drive the team forward. […]

October 10, 2024

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Nigeria: Betsy Obaseki Tourney Winner to Take Home N10m

[ad_1] The Edo State First lady, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, has said the winner of the ongoing Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT) would take home a whopping N10m cash prize. She made this known yesterday in Benin City during the press briefing to herald the annual pre-season women's football competition which is in its 4th edition. A total of 14 clubs from within and outside Nigeria are taking part in the 10 days competition which kicked off yesterday. Mrs Obaseki […]

October 10, 2024

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Libya/Nigeria: Afcon Qualifiers – Iheanacho, Ejuke Join Super Eagles in Uyo Ahead of Libya Clash

[ad_1] The Super Eagles will host the Mediterranean Knights at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Friday, 11 October, The Sevilla duo of Kelechi Iheanacho and Chidera Ejuke have arrived at the Super Eagles camp in Uyo ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Libya. The arrival of the duo, which was confirmed on the Super Eagles' official X page on Wednesday, suggests all the invited players for the double-header against Libya are now in town […]

October 9, 2024

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Nigeria: Burna Boy – Speed Darlington Released On Bail After Five-Day Detention

[ad_1] In a contentious video, Speed Darlington allegedly mocked Burna Boy's association with American rapper Diddy, who the FBI arrested on multiple charges, including sexual exploitation. Outspoken Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, more popularly known as Speed Darlington, has been released on bail. He was detained since Friday for allegedly defaming and cyberstalking his colleague, Burma Boy. In a contentious video, Speed Darlington allegedly mocked Burna Boy's association with American rapper Diddy, who the FBI arrested on multiple charges, including sexual […]

October 9, 2024

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Nigeria: Odegbami Seeks Financial Help for Ailing Ex-Nigerian Goalkeeper, Peter Fregene

[ad_1] Nigerian football legend, Segun Odegbami, has solicited financial assistance for ailing ex-Nigerian goalkeeper, Peter Fregene. Fregene is a former goalkeeper of the Nigeria national football team, with a career spanning over two decades. In a statement on Tuesday, Odegbami disclosed that Fregene is hospitalised in Sapele, Delta state, and urgently needs medical attention and financial assistance. The 72-year-old former striker said his colleague is "waiting for help to be moved by ambulance" to the Ohara Teaching Hospital. He said […]

October 9, 2024

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Nigeria: Only One Stadium Can Host Grade ‘A’ Football Matches in Nigeria – NFF President

[ad_1] ...commends Gov Alia on Makurdi Stadium upgrade The President of Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Ibrahim Gusau has decried the state of playing pitches in Nigeria saying only one stadium can host grade grade A matches in the country. The NFF President who spoke Tuesday shortly after accompanying Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue state to inspect ongoing total rehabilitation work at the Ape Aku Stadium in Makurdi expressed delight in the standard of work being done by the contractor. He […]

October 9, 2024

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