Friday, November 13, 2026

Sport

October 8, 2026

PariPesa enters Nigerian club football with Inter Lagos FC deal

Mr Obadimu highlighted the importance of building closer relationships with local audiences.

PariPesa
October 8, 2026

Kano sports commission secretary Bashir Maizare dies

The Kano State Sports Commission has announced the death of its secretary, Bashir Maizare.

Kano governor
October 7, 2026

BAL unveils six refurbished basketball courts in Nigeria, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire 

Mr Fall said the projects demonstrated the league’s commitment to community investments across Africa.

National Basketball Association
October 7, 2026

Ronaldo says leaving Portugal camp wrong but blames coach Jorge Jesus

Ronaldo has apologised to his Portuguese teammates and fans for abruptly leaving the national team camp following a disagreement with head coach Jorge Jesus.

Cristiano Ronaldo storming down tunnel after not being used as a substitute
October 7, 2026

Lionel Messi scores, provides two assists in final game for Argentina

Lionel Messi scored in his final national team match as Argentina beat Benin Republic 3-0 at the Estadio Monumental in the early hours of Wednesday.

Messi during match against Benin
October 6, 2026
CGC volleyball league
October 5, 2026

NBA, Quest Water Global to build 1,000 basketball courts in Africa; 55 in DR Congo 

According to the statement, the collaboration between the NBA and Quest kicked started on September 29.

National Basketball Association
October 5, 2026

I owe Cristiano Ronaldo no apology, says Portugal coach Jesus

The coach assured that Ronaldo would be called up again for the next international window.

Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus
October 5, 2026

China Open: Medvedev disqualified after rebounded ball hits spectator in eye against Djokovic

Medvedev did not protest the disqualification despite saying the incident was unintentional.

Daniil Medvedev
October 5, 2026

NLO Cup league format to guarantee more home, away fixtures

The Nationwide League One has introduced a home-and-away league format for its revamped NLO Cup to provide participating clubs with more competitive match opportunities.

Nationwide League One logo