Peter Akinbo
Kano athletes’ deaths must not be in vain – Comrade Evah
Pioneer president of the Nigerian Skating Federation, Comrade Joseph Evah, has called for urgent mobilisation to ensure that the deaths of 22 Kano State athletes and officials are not forgotten, warni...
7th June 2025
I was bullied by boys for learning boxing in school – Oshoba
WBC title holder and 2022 Commonwealth medallist Elizabeth Oshoba talks about winning a world title, beating the odds to win a medal in Birmingham, her boxing journey and more in this interview with P...
6th June 2025
Dessers enjoying clinical run in Jollof derby
Cyriel Dessers is proving clinical in derby matches against rivals Ghana, having now scored the opening goal in Nigeria’s last two victories over the Black Stars in what has become known as the ‘J...
2nd June 2025
Dubois urges Joshua to retire
IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois has told former rival Anthony Joshua he should retire from professional boxing following their explosive encounter at Wembley Stadium last year. Dubois made the ...
1st June 2025
Nigeria beat Jamaica on penalties to win Unity Cup
The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Jamaica 5-4 on penalties on Saturday to claim the Unity Cup title after both teams played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at Brentford Community Stadium in London. Moses ...
1st June 2025
EPL giants step up interest in Lookman
Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United have stepped up their interest in Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman as the Nigerian international emerges as one of the most sought-after players in th...
1st June 2025
Galatasaray to tempt Osimhen with €3m pay rise
Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray are planning to offer Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen a €3m annual pay rise to €15m per year in a bid to convince him to join the club permanently follo...
1st June 2025
Nigerian youths set for global sports glory
Nigerian youths are set to compete in international tournaments across Germany, the United Arab Emirates, and Spain in June as part of CitySports Africa’s Global Sports Programme. The young athletes...
1st June 2025
Eagles have talent to win AFCON, W’Cup – Basketmouth
What was your first love, music or comedy? My first love was music, you know, because at that time I didn’t really know what stand-up comedy was. I was just considered a funny chap in primary and ...
31st May 2025
Ukah to rep Nigeria at PFL Africa July
Undefeated mixed martial artist and Nigeria Police Force officer Juliet Ukah will represent Nigeria at the inaugural Professional Fighters League Africa event scheduled for July 19 in Cape Town, South...
31st May 2025
Joshua faces off with ex-champ Charr
Anthony Joshua came face-to-face with former heavyweight champion Mahmoud Charr in a tense stare-down as promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed plans for a two-fight deal to stage the Briton’s comeback. The...
31st May 2025
Oshoala Academy hosts empowerment event for girls
The Asisat Oshoala Academy hosted an empowerment event for nearly 100 girls from surrounding communities at Obele Secondary School in Surulere on Tuesday as part of its Sports, Humanitarian, and Educa...
31st May 2025
Nigeria, Jamaica clash in Unity Cup final
Nigeria will seek to retain their Unity Cup title against Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz in Saturday evening’s final at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium in west London. The Super Eagles, winners of th...
31st May 2025
Osimhen scores 37th Galatasaray goal as loan spell ends
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen netted his 37th goal for Galatasaray as his loan spell from Napoli came to an end, scoring in the Turkish giants’ 2-0 victory over Istanbul Başakşehir in their ...
31st May 2025
Olanrewaju’s body will arrive Nigeria soon – Ghana
Ghana’s Ministry of Youth and Sports has assured that the remains of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju will be repatriated to Nigeria soon, with Sports Minister Kofi Adams confirming that all necessar...
29th May 2025
Sign Osimhen, not Delap, Gibson tells United
Former Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson has warned his old club against signing Liam Delap, insisting the Ipswich Town striker is not an “upgrade” on Joshua Zirkzee or Rasmus Hojlund and...
29th May 2025
WBO president declares Itauma no.1 heavyweight
World Boxing Organisation president Gustavo Olivieri has declared Moses Itauma the new number one heavyweight contender following the British-Nigerian’s devastating second-round knockout of American...
28th May 2025
Osimhen nears Al-Hilal switch as Gala fans beg stay
Victor Osimhen is edging closer to securing a lucrative move to Saudi Arabian champions Al-Hilal as desperate Galatasaray supporters launch increasingly creative campaigns to persuade the Nigeria stri...
28th May 2025
Inter want Akinsanmiro for Club W’Cup
Inter Milan are seeking to recall Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro early from his loan spell at Sampdoria to include him in their squad for this summer’s Club World Cup, though the Serie B s...
28th May 2025
Autopsy reveals Olanrewaju’s pre-existing heart conditions
•GBA had no doctor when boxer collapsed – Committee A government-appointed committee investigating the death of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju has revealed that the fighter had pre-existing heart...
28th May 2025
Saudi govt to fund Osimhen’s move to Al Hilal
The Saudi Arabian government is set to provide the necessary funds for Al-Hilal to complete the signing of Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen in a deal worth up to €50m, with the player in advanced talk...
27th May 2025
Nigerian footballers hit new heights in spectacular season
For the third consecutive season, Nigeria internationals have continued their remarkable streak of shattering long-standing records and ending trophy droughts across European football. After Victor Os...
27th May 2025
Keepers are always scapegoats – Olorunleke
Super Eagles goalkeeper Ojo Olorunleke has lamented the tendency for goalkeepers to bear the brunt of criticism when teams concede goals, insisting that shot-stoppers are unfairly made scapegoats in f...
25th May 2025
Onyedika, Brugge chase Belgian double in league decider
Nigerian midfielder Raphael Onyedika and Club Brugge will aim to complete a memorable domestic double when they face Royal Antwerp in Sunday’s (today’s) crucial league decider at the Jan Breydel S...
25th May 2025
Osayi-Samuel’s home robbed in Turkey
Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel has had his home burgled in Turkey, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his future as his departure from Fenerbahçe appears increasingly likely. According ...
24th May 2025
Golden Eaglets cruise into semi-finals
Five-time world champions Golden Eaglets cruised into the semi-finals of the football event at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival in Ogun State after delivering a commanding 5-0 victory over Eb...
24th May 2025
Yekini, Okocha greatest Nigerian footballers – Bob-Manuel
Popular actor Bob-Manuel Udokwu talks about his involvement in sports while growing up, relationship with Nigerian footballers and more in this intriguing interview with PETER AKINBO While growing up,...
24th May 2025
Ibrahim eyes French Cup trophy in PSG clash
Nigerian striker Hafiz Ibrahim has his sights firmly set on lifting the Coupe de France trophy when Stade de Reims face Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday (today) in the final at the Stade de France, P...
24th May 2025
Frustrated Osimhen in talks with Al-Hilal
Victor Osimhen has begun discussions with Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal after growing frustrated with Manchester United’s lack of concrete interest in securing his services from Napoli this summer, PU...
24th May 2025
Committee recommends Ghana cover repatriation, burial of Olanrewaju’s remains
A government-appointed committee tasked with investigating the death of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju has recommended that Ghana should assume full responsibility for the repatriation of his remains...
23rd May 2025
Race for Osimhen reignites after Juve snub
Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United have received a boost in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen after multiple sources in Italy claimed the Napoli-owned striker has rejected the chance to...
22nd May 2025
