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Sport

October 14, 2024

Nigeria’s sports minister condemns Libya for disrespecting, mistreating Super Eagles 

”We are in close contact with the appropriate authorities, and we are sparing no effort in ensuring that this situation is resolved swiftly,” said the sports minister.

Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan-Enoh
October 14, 2024

Super Eagles to boycott Libya game after being held hostage at airport

“Players have resolved not to play the match any longer as NFF officials are making plans to fly the team back home,” the NFF said in a statement on Monday.

Super Eagles at libya airport
October 14, 2024

AFCON Qualifiers: Libya diverts Super Eagles’ flight, players stranded

Despite these challenges, the Super Eagles remain in a strong position in their AFCON qualifying group.

Super Eagles
October 13, 2024

Siasia seeks stakeholders’ investment in Nasarawa grassroots sports

Mr Siassia urged spirited individual and corporate organisations in the state to emulate Mr Mailafia by investing in grass-roots sports.

Samson Siasia
October 12, 2024

Benue coaches congratulate Amokachi on appointment as Lobi Stars technical adviser

The association in a statement stated that members of the coaches association wished him well in his new assignment.

Daniel Amokachi (Credit: Facebook)
October 11, 2024

Morocco 2025: Dele-Bashiru scores as Nigeria beat Libya to move closer to AFCON qualification

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru scored his second-ever goal for the Nigeria national team as the Super Eagles secured a late 1-0 win over the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in their third Group D 2025 Africa Cup

Nigeria vs Libya
October 10, 2024

Six rescued as kidnappers abduct 11 journalists on way to Uyo for Super Eagles match

The Anambra police command stated that operations were ongoing for the possible rescue of a seventh crew member.

SWAN logo/Kidnappers’ guns
October 10, 2024

Davis Cup Finals: Rafael Nadal announces retirement from professional tennis 

Rafael Nadal, one of the greatest tennis players in history, has announced his retirement from professional tennis.

October 9, 2024

Morocco 2025: Eguavoen targets double win over Libya in group D match  

He said, “I admit we will miss Victor Osimhen, but I believe in the other strikers available to get us the goals that will give us the three points in Uyo.’’

Augustine Eguavoen
October 9, 2024

Tchouameni to captain France against Israel

The federation said his Real Madrid teammate Mbappe, the usual captain, is skipping the Nations League games against Israel and Belgium.

Tchouameni