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BREAKING: Tinubu honours D’Tigress with national awards, $100,000 each for Afrobasket victory

by Folarin Kehinde August 4, 2025

written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred national honours on members of Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their historic triumph at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship.

In addition to the prestigious honours, President Tinubu announced a cash reward of $100,000 for each player on the championship-winning team. Members of the technical crew will also receive $50,000 each in recognition of their role in the team’s success.

The announcement was made on Monday as the President hosted the team at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, celebrating their outstanding performance that secured Nigeria’s fourth consecutive Afrobasket title.

President Tinubu praised the team’s resilience, discipline, and representation of Nigeria on the continental stage, describing them as role models for the nation’s youth and a symbol of national pride.

D’Tigress defeated Senegal in a thrilling final to clinch the 2025 title, extending their dominance in African women’s basketball and reinforcing Nigeria’s status as a basketball powerhouse on the continent.

August 4, 2025 0 comments

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BREAKING: Nigeria’s D’Tigress beat Mali to win 5th AfroBasket Women title

by Folarin Kehinde August 3, 2025

written by Folarin Kehinde

Nigeria’s D’Tigress have cemented their dominance in African women’s basketball, clinching their fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title with a commanding 78-64 victory over Mali.

With a hard-fought victory over Mali in the final on Sunday, the Nigerian side became the first country on the continent to win the championship five times in a row.

The victory also extended Nigeria’s astonishing unbeaten run in the competition to 29 straight games—an unbroken streak dating back to 2015.

August 3, 2025 0 comments

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Super Falcons captain Ajibade presents WAFCON medal to MFM Pastor Olukoya

by Folarin Kehinde August 2, 2025

written by Folarin Kehinde

Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, on Saturday visited the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State, where she shared her Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) victory with her spiritual family.

During the ‘Power Must Change Hands’ service, Ajibade presented her winner’s medal and awards to the church’s General Overseer, Pastor Daniel Olukoya, and his wife, as a gesture of thanksgiving.

She credited divine protection for her team’s success, saying her gesture was in appreciation of God’s covering throughout the tournament.

Ajibade, known for boldly expressing her faith, was warmly received by the congregation, who celebrated her achievement with cheers and prayers.

August 2, 2025 0 comments

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LASUED Wins Gold at Lagos Campus Beach Soccer 2025

by Nelson Ugwuagbo July 30, 2025

written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) has emerged gold medal winner of Lagos Campus Beach Soccer 2025 having secured the highest number of points across all their matches.

LASUED demonstrated remarkable resilience and tactical superiority, defeating Lagos City Polytechnic 1–0 in their opening game and holding University of Lagos (UNILAG) to a goalless draw in a tense final encounter.

UNILAG, known for its rich sporting legacy, fought valiantly throughout the tournament. However, back-to-back draws against LASUED and Lagos City Polytechnic dashed their gold medal hopes, earning the Akoka-based team a well-deserved silver medal.

Lagos City Polytechnic displayed impressive skill and teamwork, finished third—marking their strongest showing in a campus-level sports competition to date.

The tournament was flagged off by the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Sanwo-Olu on Grassroots Sports Development, Mr. Adebanji Atewogboye, who reaffirmed the government’s dedication to enhancing the quality and reach of future editions.

“This event aligns perfectly with the Governor’s agenda of promoting grassroots sports development and using it as a vehicle for social impact. We are committed to supporting initiatives like this to positively transform the lives of youths in Lagos State,” said Mr. Atewogboye.

Bamidele Adeleye, Managing Director of BrandEscort Communications, expressed his excitement over the success of the inaugural edition, revealing that plans are already underway to expand the tournament in 2026 by inviting higher institutions from other states to participate.

Organized by the Lagos State Government in collaboration with BrandEscort Communications, the Lagos Campus Beach Soccer tournament brings together top tertiary institutions from across the state in a unique celebration of sporting talent and athleticism.

Being the first of its kind in Nigeria, the tournament is designed to discover and spotlight promising young footballers from tertiary institutions within Lagos State and beyond.

July 30, 2025 0 comments

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Tinubu Approves Full Payment of Super Falcons’ Allowances Ahead of WAFCON Final

by Nelson Ugwuagbo July 25, 2025

written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

President Bola Tinubu has approved the full payment of allowances and match bonuses for the Super Falcons ahead of their final match against Morocco in the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, disclosed this to reporters in Abuja on Thursday, confirming that all entitlements for players, coaches, and officials—covering the entire tournament up to the final on July 26—had been disbursed for immediate payment.

Dikko described the move as a reflection of the administration’s renewed commitment to Nigerian athletes, referring to it as “policy in motion.”

“This is now the standard—timely payments without drama or delays,” he said.

He added that the gesture would also be extended to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, who are set to compete in the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Côte d’Ivoire. According to him, the team will receive improved allowances and bonuses.

July 25, 2025 0 comments

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FIGC Bans Maduka Okoye for Two Months Over Betting Scandal

by Nelson Ugwuagbo July 23, 2025

written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

Udinese and Nigeria goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, has been handed a two-month suspension by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) over his involvement in a betting-related misconduct during the 2023/2024 Serie A season.

The 24-year-old was found guilty of sporting misconduct after he allegedly sought to deliberately receive a yellow card during a league match against Lazio. The caution reportedly triggered unusual betting activity, prompting an investigation into possible manipulation.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the FIGC’s National Federal Tribunal confirmed that Okoye had been sanctioned for intentionally committing an act to influence betting outcomes. The ruling followed a disciplinary inquiry into the incident.

The development has reignited concerns over the integrity of the sport and the growing threat posed by illegal betting syndicates.

Okoye’s two-month ban will take effect from the first official match of the 2025/2026 season, ruling him out of all sanctioned competitions during that period.

July 23, 2025 0 comments

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Super Eagles Drop One Spot in Latest FIFA Rankings

by Nelson Ugwuagbo July 10, 2025

written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped one place in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings released on Thursday, now occupying the 44th position globally.

The three-time African champions also fell to fifth place on the continent, behind Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, and Algeria, who maintain the top four spots in Africa.

In the period under review, the Super Eagles played a 1-1 draw against Russia at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.

World champions Argentina remain at the top of the global rankings

July 10, 2025 0 comments

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TRANSFER: Three Clubs Fight For Super Eagle Star, Frank Onyeka

by Nelson Ugwuagbo June 27, 2025

written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka is reportedly on the radar of Burnley, VfB Stuttgart, and Fiorentina as uncertainty surrounds his future at Premier League side Brentford.

The 27-year-old recently returned to Brentford following a loan stint with Bundesliga outfit FC Augsburg during the 2023/24 season.

However, with just one year remaining on his contract and the recent departure of Brentford manager Thomas Frank to Tottenham Hotspur, Onyeka’s future remains unclear.

Speaking recently, Onyeka admitted he is uncertain about where he will be playing next season and is waiting for the club to appoint a new head coach before making any decision regarding his future.

According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, additional clubs have also shown interest in the defensive midfielder, who may be reluctant to sign a contract extension with the Bees.

June 27, 2025 0 comments

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DJ Cuppy’s Ex-Fiancé Sparks Outrage with Controversial Instagram Comment

by Nelson Ugwuagbo June 16, 2025

written by Nelson Ugwuagbo

Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire heiress Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, was thrust into the spotlight over the weekend following a provocative comment made by her former fiancé, British boxer Ryan Taylor, on Instagram.

The controversy erupted when Taylor posted a Father’s Day tribute on June 15, featuring photos of himself with his daughter and expressing his commitment to “combat racism by having more black children.” A fan’s lighthearted remark that his daughter resembled Cuppy prompted a sharp response from Taylor, igniting a firestorm across Nigerian social media.

In his comment, Taylor wrote, “She wasn’t enough of a woman to even fathom creating such a beautiful creation like mine. Please leave and don’t come back.”

The pointed jab at Cuppy, his ex-fiancée, was widely perceived as disrespectful, drawing immediate backlash from her fans and the broader online community.

The remark referenced their high-profile engagement, which began in November 2022 after a whirlwind romance but ended abruptly in July 2023, marked by the couple unfollowing each other on Instagram.

The billionaire heiress, daughter of Femi Otedola, has remained silent on the matter, choosing not to engage with the controversy.

June 16, 2025 0 comments

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“I don’t like Jarvis; she has offended me” Peller hint on break-up

by Folarin Kehinde June 15, 2025

written by Folarin Kehinde

TikToker, Jarvis, recently broke down in tears during a live-streaming session, shedding light on the ongoing tension in her relationship with fellow content creator, Peller.

The emotional moment occurred during a joint live broadcast that featured other popular TikTokers, Sandra Benede and Seun Pizzle. In the video, Jarvis expressed her frustration, accusing Peller of breaching her trust by publicly sharing private details of their relationship.

According to her, any time she opens up to Peller about personal issues, he brings them up during his live sessions, often inappropriately. “He doesn’t know how to filter his words when he’s live,” she said, explaining why she has stopped confiding in him.

When asked what triggered the recent disagreement, Jarvis admitted the matter had deeper layers. “There are many reasons Peller is angry, but he’s taking it public. We’ve already talked about these things privately, but because it hasn’t been addressed online…”

On his part, Peller accused Jarvis of being secretive and not informing him of her plans in advance. He maintained that he’s open with her about his life and doesn’t hold anything back.

Venting his frustrations during his own live session, he said, “How can I claim this kind of girl? Do you know what this girl did? I don’t like Jarvis; she has offended me. I’m just helping her life now. I’m trying to accept her back, but she has already hurt me.”

The situation sparked debate among fans, many of whom were skeptical about the authenticity of the drama. Some suggested it might be content-driven, predicting that the pair would soon reconcile as they had in the past.

This isn’t the first public spat between the couple. In March 2025, Jarvis called out Peller and threatened to end their engagement following another heated argument.

Since making their relationship public in 2024, Jarvis and Peller have been the subject of intense online speculation, with many doubting the longevity of their romance. Their relationship gained widespread attention in December 2025 when Peller proposed to her in a viral video.

June 15, 2025 0 comments

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