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NPFL Match Day 28 recap: Akwa United stumbles, Enyimba and Shooting Stars secure wins

On a bustling Wednesday in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), host team Akwa United faced a stunning setback as they fell 0-1 to visitors Doma United FC of Gombe at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Despite controlling much of the game, Akwa United’s overconfidence proved costly as Emmanuel Jesam’s lone goal in the Read More…

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Nigeria’s Under 17 Female Volleyball Team loses to Egypt in opening match

The Nigeria under-17 female volleyball team experienced a challenging start to the 2023 Girl’s U17 African Nations Volleyball tournament, losing 3-0 against their Egyptian counterparts. The match, held at Abuja’s Moshood Abiola Stadium, saw the Nigerian team narrowly lose quarters by 24-26, 18-25, and 15-25 respectively. Coach Sunday Akapson reflected on the match, acknowledging the Read More…

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Super Falcons secure dominant 5-0 victory against Cape Verde in Africa Cup of Nations qualifier

The Nigerian Super Falcons showcased their prowess in a resounding 5-0 win over Cape Verde in the first leg of the 2024 Women Africa Cup of Nations final round qualifier held in Abuja. “Coach Justin Madugu emphasised the team’s dedication, stating, ‘The girls did what was expected of them and they played according to the Read More…

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Basketball Sports

Nigeria Customs seals Savannah Conference triumph

In a thrilling showdown on Saturday, Nigeria Customs Men Basketball Club of Abuja secured the Savannah Conference title by defeating Gboko City Chiefs 83-78 in the Nigerian Basketball Federation’s (NBBF) Premier Basketball Men’s Final Eight Championships. Having won all five previous matches, Nigeria Customs entered the game with confidence, while Gboko City Chiefs had a Read More…