In a vibrant and symbolic celebration, FIFA has today revealed the three Official Mascots for the FIFA World Cup 26™, marking the first time the tournament will be co-hosted by three nations: Canada, Mexico and the United States. The charismatic trio — Maple™ the Moose (Canada), Zayu™ the Jaguar (Mexico), and Clutch™ the Bald Eagle…
By Correia Alves, World Athletics/AIPS Media Academy Reporter TOKYO, September 17, 2025 – Just moments before each race, Cordell Tinch engages in a unique ritual: he bites down on two silver chains, a grounding practice that keeps him focused as he prepares for the starting gun. “That’s what keeps me grounded,” he explains. “While some…
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has stepped in to resolve emerging challenges in Team Nigeria’s camp at the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, ensuring the swift payment of bonuses and allowances to Nigerian athletes. The NSC, under the leadership of Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, moved quickly…
Lagos, Nigeria — The stage is set for the inaugural edition of the 911 Community League 2025, a dynamic football tournament designed to foster unity, empower youth, and drive community development through sport. The event is proudly hosted by Balogun Ajibola 911, in partnership with Hon. Sholola Oluwole (Okito) and in collaboration with the Ifako-Ijaiye…
The 7th Legislative Arm of Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area held a plenary sitting during which key agenda items were emphasized to drive developmental progress across the LGA. During the sitting, the legislative council reiterated its commitment to strategic governance and constituency-focused representation through the constitution of various committees tasked with overseeing crucial sectors. The following…
Abdul Samad Lasisi, a bright 10-year-old student of Highland College (JSS1), has found his passion in the beautiful game — not just on the field, but on the screen. His love for football began when he discovered the magic of FC Barcelona, inspired by players whose creativity and style bring him constant joy and happiness….
The entire executive and legislative arms of the Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area have extended their heartfelt congratulations to two outstanding young athletes who brought pride to the community at the recently concluded 9th National Youth Games held in Asaba, Delta State. Representing Lagos State in the boxing category, Oyindamola Agboola (42kg) and Quam Abdurahman (40kg)…
The grand finale of the highly anticipated All Stars Unity Cup 3.0 is set to take place on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, at 9:00 AM, promising an electrifying atmosphere for sports fans and music enthusiasts alike. The tournament’s final showdown will feature a high-stakes clash between Ikeja All Stars, a team comprising members of the…
The Nigeria Collegiate Flag Football League (NCFFL), an initiative of the Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA), successfully hosted its first-ever exhibition games on September 6, 2025, at Unique Open University’s Ikeja Campus. The event brought together over 60 student-athletes from four tertiary institutions across Nigeria, competing in eight thrilling games before a crowd of over…
Captain William Ekong has assured that there will be no diffidence in the Super Eagles’ play when they take on South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a potentially-explosive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night. The defender, who was voted Man of the Competition at last year’s Africa Cup of Nations finals…
