Coronation Group Ltd, the proud title sponsor of the 2024 Lagos Polo Tournament Silver Cup, reaffirmed its dedication to fostering the growth of polo in Nigeria during the finals of the prestigious tournament held at the Lagos Polo Club, Ikoyi. Wole Onasanya, the Chief Executive of Coronation Group, underscored the company’s unwavering support for the Read More…
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Ilia Topuria claims UFC Featherweight Belt with stunning knockout victory over Alexander Volkanovski
Ilia Topuria orchestrated a sensational second-round knockout to dethrone Alexander Volkanovski and seize the UFC featherweight belt during Saturday’s UFC 298 event held at the Honda Centre. The triumph marked Volkanovski’s inaugural loss in the division, adding an electrifying chapter to the UFC narrative. In a highly anticipated showdown between youthful exuberance embodied by Topuria, Read More…
Enugu Rangers secure victory against Akwa United in NPFL clash
Enugu Rangers International Football Club of Enugu clinched a hard-fought victory on Sunday as they triumphed 1-0 over Akwa United FC in matchday 20 of the Nigeria Professional Football League 2023/24 season. The showdown unfolded at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu, where Rangers and Akwa United showcased their prowess on the field. Despite both Read More…
Beach volleyball players gear up for 13th African Games in Ghana
No fewer than 12 beach volleyball players are currently in camp at Marina Beach, Badagry, preparing fervently for the upcoming 13th African Games set to unfold in Ghana. The announcement came from Dare Esan, the media coordinator of the Beach Volleyball Federation, who disclosed this development in Lagos on Sunday. Esan emphasised, “We have a Read More…
Napoli’s Osimhen in low ebb, doubtful for Champions League clash with Barcelona
Napoli faces uncertainty over the availability of Victor Osimhen as they prepare to host Barcelona in the Champions League last 16, following the striker’s absence in their last-gasp 1-1 home draw with Genoa in Serie A due to fatigue. Osimhen’s return to Napoli from the Africa Cup of Nations, where Nigeria reached the final, has Read More…
Arsenal’s Goal Spree Continues: Premier League Roundup
Arsenal maintained their formidable goal-scoring form by routing Burnley 5-0, keeping pace with Premier League leaders Liverpool, who clinched a 4-1 victory against Brentford. Despite Liverpool extending their lead to five points with Mohamed Salah’s impactful return, Arsenal’s relentless attack propelled them to a convincing win over Burnley, following their recent 6-0 triumph against West Read More…
Enyimba triumphs over Shooting Stars: NPFL Match Day 20 recap
Enyimba International FC celebrated a hard-fought victory on Saturday, clinching a 1-0 win against the visiting Shooting Stars FC of Ibadan in the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match day 20 at the Enyimba Stadium, Aba. Chijioke Mbaoma emerged as the hero of the day with his decisive 43rd-minute goal, separating the two sides Read More…
PwC renews commitment to Nigerian under 17 cricket tournament
Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC), the longstanding sponsor of the annual national under-17 cricket tournament, has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting grassroots cricket development in Nigeria, citing notable achievements and ongoing progress in the tournament. Speaking at a news conference, Tolu Adeleke, Partner and Representative of PwC, emphasised the organisation’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering community Read More…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles shine despite AFCON final loss to Côte d’Ivoire
President Bola Tinubu has lauded the resilience and talent of the Super Eagles despite their second-place finish in the African Cup of Nations 2023 held in Cote d’Ivoire. In a statement by presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu commended the team, coach, crew, and management for their tenacious performance throughout the tournament, describing their journey as Read More…
Ivory Coast to face Nigeria in AFCON final after thrilling victory over Congo
In a pulsating semi-final clash, Sebastien Haller propelled the Ivory Coast into the Africa Cup of Nations final, edging out the Democratic Republic of Congo with a 1-0 victory at the Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium. The Ivorians, who narrowly escaped elimination in the group stage, now brace themselves for a showdown against Nigeria in Sunday’s Read More…