NAFA to Distribute 2,000 American Footballs and 5,000 Flag Kits Nationwide in 2026, Targets 4,000 Schools in Five Years

The Nigerian American Football Association (NAFA) has announced an ambitious nationwide grassroots development initiative aimed at expanding access to American football across Nigeria. In 2026, NAFA plans to distribute 2,000 American footballs and 5,000 flag football kits to schools and youth programs across the country, reinforcing its long-term goal of supporting 4,000 schools within the…

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My AFCON 2025 Experience And Observatory Beyond The Game

Land Is Strategy, Not Scenery: What Morocco’s Highways Reveal About Power, Policy, and Nigeria’s Blind SpotSo far, AFCON 2025 in Morocco has delivered thrilling football and excellent organization. Yet, beyond the stadiums, a deeper lesson unfolds—one that speaks less to sport and more to governance, economic planning, and national strategy. According Sola FanawopoChairman, Osun Football…

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BREAKING NEWS: Two-Time World Champion Anthony Joshua Retires From Boxing

Reports circulating across social media mostly on Tiktok earlier today claimed that two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua had announced his retirement from professional boxing. However, credible sources confirm that no official retirement statement has been issued by the British-Nigerian superstar. Joshua—widely respected for his athleticism, discipline, and championship pedigree—remains one of the most influential…

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911 COMMUNITY LEAGUE CONCLUDES MAIDEN EDITION WITH A COLOURFUL AND BEFITTING GRAND FINALE

The maiden edition of the 911 Community League came to a thrilling close over the weekend, delivering an atmosphere of sportsmanship, unity, and community pride. The well-attended finale showcased the best of grassroots football in Ifako Ijaiye Local Government, drawing notable dignitaries, stakeholders, and enthusiastic supporters from across the constituency. In attendance was Hon. Adewale…

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911 COMMUNITY LEAGUE 2025: A GRAND CELEBRATION OF UNITY, YOUTH EMPOWERMENT AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT IN IFAKO IJAIYE

The 2025 edition of the 911 Community League is going to be concluded in grand style, marking another remarkable milestone in fostering unity, youth engagement, and community development within Ifako Ijaiye Local Government. This year’s tournament proudly sponsored by Honourable Temitope Adewale Adedeji, OON, distinguished Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ifako…

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Olatutu Oladunni, Lagos SWAN Chairman, Receives Fellow of the Institute of Security, Nigeria

The chairman of Lagos Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ambassador Olatutu Oladunni, added another feather in her cap when she was honoured with the Fellow of the Institute of Security, Nigeria, in Lagos on Saturday. Other notable Nigerians who were equally honoured during the 18th Annual International Security Conference and Induction…

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NPFL Clarifies Club Licensing Process, Reaffirms Commitment to Standards Following Recent Pitch Criticism

The Management of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has issued a formal clarification regarding recent public comments questioning the quality of the Kwara State Stadium pitch, reiterating that the NPFL’s club licensing and stadium approval system remains transparent, professional, and fully aligned with Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), CAF, and FIFA standards. Reacting to the…

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