The Chairman/CEO of Atakata Construction Limited, Prince Ugochukwu Nnaji, has praised Governor Peter Mbah’s administration for its remarkable achievements in infrastructure development, security, water supply, education, healthcare, and transportation. According to Nnaji, the state’s infrastructure has undergone a significant transformation under Governor Mbah’s leadership. “We, the people of Enugu state have never seen this kind…
Lagos, Nigeria — The burgeoning passion for flag football continues to sweep across Nigeria, fueling a dynamic movement that is gaining significant traction among athletes and sports enthusiasts alike. With an unstoppable energy that seems to grow stronger each day, Nigerian athletes are increasingly embracing the sport, which promises to unlock their full potential on…
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) affirmed on Wednesday that his administration will continue to prioritise the development of football from the grassroots, saying it is the only way to grow the game sustainably, as no one can realistically build an edifice from the rooftop. Speaking at the monthly awards…
The two-week FIFA Member Associations Course for physical and technical instructors, and Young Talents came to a close in Abuja on Thursday with FIFA Technical Instructor Ali Mohamed Ahmed publicly declaring his confidence in the ability of Nigeria’s budding arbiters to reach unprecedented heights in the vocation globally. The physical and technical instructors’ course was…
The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”), in consultation with the three Nations that will host this year’s TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda (CHAN) 2024 have announced the venues that will host the Opening, Third and Fourth and the Final Match of the Competition. The TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship Kenya, Tanzania…
The 23rd National Sports Festival, set to be hosted by Enugu State in 2026, has gained significant momentum with corporate giants PremiumTrust Bank and BetKing committing as sponsors. This landmark agreement is projected to make the festival the most successful and impactful in the history of the Games. PremiumTrust bank has pledged its support for…
Francisca Ordega, born on October 19, 1993, in Gboko, Benue State, is a celebrated Nigerian female footballer renowned for her exceptional talent, versatility, and dedication to the sport. With a career spanning over a decade, Ordega has established herself as one of the most successful and traveled female footballers in Nigeria. Ordega’s football journey began…
by Damilola Omosebi As Nigerians, we are all hurtling towards old age, and it is imperative that we address the pension system that is supposed to support us in our twilight years. The current Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) has been criticized for being exploitative, with pension administrators profiting from retirees’ savings while the latter struggles…
No fewer than 168 women’s international fixtures have been contested globally since 6 March this year, when the previous edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking was published. While the USA continue to lead the way three months on, there has been plenty of movement further down the standings. Indeed, the gap at the top…
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos State chapter, in collaboration with the Pan African American Chamber of Commerce (PAACC), recently hosted a successful Food Security and Sports Diplomacy event to commemorate the United Nations World Nutrition Month. The event, held at the University of Lagos, would not have been possible without the support…
