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June 12, 2024

NBA: Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West dies at 86

“Jerry West was a basketball genius and a defining figure in our league for more than 60 years,” the statement said.

Jerry West
June 12, 2024

Man United retains Erik ten Hag as manager; considers contract extension talks

There was doubt over the future of the Dutchman in the build up to the Emirates FA Cup final win over Manchester City in May.

Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag
June 12, 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo
June 11, 2024

Finidi faces fans’ fury, insults over misfiring Super Eagles

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have not won a single game in their World Cup qualifiers under Finidi George.

Nigeria’s 2-1 loss to Benin Republic
June 11, 2024

Nigeria tennis federation targets global excellence with junior ITF tour

Mr Mapka said that holding the competition in Nigeria saved the federation from sourcing money to sponsor players for competitions abroad.

Nigeria Tennis Federation
June 11, 2024

NPLF: League board fines Enyimba N10 million, Rangers N5 million over Oriental derby disruption

Enyimba forfeited three points and three points in favour of Rangers for refusing to allow the penalty awarded to the host.

Eyimba FC
June 10, 2024

2026 WC Qualifiers: Sports minister summons NFF over Super Eagles poor results

Mr Enoh emphasised that Nigerian football fans demand and deserve answers and accountability from the NFF.

Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan-Enoh
June 10, 2024

Nigeria’s World Cup dream dims as Benin Republic defeats Super Eagles

The Super Eagles are now fifth in the qualification group with three points from four games.

Super Eagles
June 10, 2024

Three Valencia fans jailed for racially abusing Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr

In 2023, the Brazilian star was racially abused at Mestalla Stadium during Real Madrid’s encounter with Valencia.

Vinicius Jr (credit: BBC)
June 10, 2024

Minister hails Tinubu, National Assembly over anti-doping bill

“The transmission of the Anti-doping Bill 2024 to the National Assembly and the accelerated passage of same remains a landmark achievement of this administration,” said Mr Enoh.

PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU