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Nigerian Women Dominating The Sports Scene At The Moment

July 27, 2022 by Thelma Ideozu

Over the years, Nigerian women have left undeniable marks in the sporting world in general. From football to athletics and every in between, many of them (despite all odds, limitations

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Everything That’s Happened Since The Super Eagles Lost to Ghana

April 4, 2022 by Michael Aromolaran

It’s the season of first times for Nigeria’s Super Eagles: For the first time since 2006, they’ll not play in the FIFA World Cup. And for the first time since

Music Sports

Davido Tapped For Qatar World Cup 2022 Official Soundtrack

April 1, 2022 by Oluwamayowa Idowu

While Nigeria failed to qualify for the World Cup which will take place in Qatar at the end of the year, Nigerian popstar, Davido can expect to make the journey

Pop Culture Sports

Here’s What Your Favourite Football Team Says About You

February 25, 2022 by Adaora Nwangwu

For many Nigerians, football goes beyond watching live matches; it’s a lifestyle for passionate fans. From buying expensive customized jerseys, playing FIFA, gathering at beer parlours to watch and argue

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5 Popular Nigerian Basketballers Playing In The NBA

February 17, 2022 by Ifeoluwa Bammeke

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a North American professional basketball league with about 30 teams. As the premier men’s professional basketball league in the world, the NBA has players

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AFCON 2021: 4 Most Interesting Moments So Far

January 24, 2022 by Adaora Nwangwu

The ongoing 2021 African Cup of Nations has been filled with fascinating moments from unexpected goals, surprising losses to Covid-related issues that make this year’s tournament one for the history

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Nigerian Lives: Here’s How 5 People Reacted After Nigerian Football Losses

January 24, 2022 by Ifeoluwa Bammeke

After a great run at the ongoing 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Nigeria is out as the Super Eagles suffered a shock defeat to Tunisia in the first round

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Football and Fashion: The Rise of Vintage Football Shirts in Fashion

December 17, 2021 by Oluwamayowa Idowu

For millennials, thrifted, vintage, retro, and upcycled fashion pieces are the affordable, eco-friendly equivalent to Dior and other luxury designer brands. The beauty of upcycling vintage fashion is that it’s

Film & TV Sports

Here is a First Look at Disney and Akin Omotoso’s Giannis Antetokounmpo Biopic ‘Rise’

October 22, 2021 by Imade Omo

Basketball is one sport that has transformed lives all over the world and to this course, Walt Disney Studios is working on a biopic with Nigerian director, Akin Omotoso. Titled

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Sports World Comes Alive Again in 2021

August 25, 2021 by Eri Olorunnishola

2021 has been a year to remember for sports fans around the world. The Euro 2020 and the COPA América were the first two big international sports competitions to make

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Messi’s PSG Signing: A Win-Win For The G.O.A.T and French Club

August 11, 2021 by Wandoo Daisy

Following his shocking departure from Barcelona, Argentine star Lionel Messi has completed his move to Paris Saint -Germain (PSG), by signing a two-year deal with an option for a third

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Former Tiger, Ime Udoka Appointed Boston Celtics Head Coach

June 28, 2021 by Assumpta Audu

The Boston Celtics have named seven-year NBA veteran Ime Udoka the franchise’s next head coach, making him the 18th head coach in the organization’s 75-year history. Per team policy, the terms

Events Sports

Puma Nigeria Launches Lagos Weekender Collection

May 18, 2021 by Gbemiga Ayeni

The inspiration for the “Lagos Weekender collection” came from a collaboration between Puma Nigeria and Davido, which included kitting Davido’s team in specially selected jerseys and Puma gear for Davido’s

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Why Rugby Fans Are the Best Sports Fans

April 27, 2021 by Edidiong Eton

When it comes to sports fans, it’s certainly true that different sports have different types of fans and very different fan cultures when contrasted with each other. But we believe

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How the Pandemic has Impacted Pro Sports

April 13, 2021 by Damilare Bayero

No one could have foreseen the disruption and chaos that the outbreak of a coronavirus could have. It’s the stuff of science fiction stories, not something that happens in real