In a time when Nigerian football leagues and tournaments struggle to captivate local interest, Lagos Liga is set to change the narrative by harnessing the country’s unique industries to rekindle the excitement for domestic football. Football has historically united Nigerians across various backgrounds, but interest in the local leagues — the Nigeria Premier Football […]
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Sports across Africa, much like other sectors, often show bursts of progress, only to falter again or remain trapped in a cycle. For a continent where football is its most popular sport, a historic inability to build from a position of strength or progress has been a persistent challenge. However, for all this long-standing satisfaction […]
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Ten years after Samson Dauda formally transitioned to competitive bodybuilding at the WABBA World Championships in 2014, the Lagos-born athlete has defied all odds to become the first bodybuilder of Nigerian descent to win the coveted Mr Olympia title in 2024. Like many other prominent Nigerian athletes with dual nationality, Samson migrated to the […]
When Nigerian football legend Finidi George was appointed Super Eagles head coach in April, the sentiment among local stakeholders was mostly positive because it signalled a renewed trust by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in homegrown products. For many Nigerians, the last time they experienced the highs of the senior men’s national team was back […]
It’s a big night at Wembley Stadium as Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, prepare to go head-to-head. Joshua, the former unified heavyweight champion, is looking to solidify his comeback after a string of wins, while Dubois is aiming to establish himself as the next big name in boxing’s prime division. Both fighters have a lot […]
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EA Sports has once again delivered a stellar soundtrack for their much-anticipated release of FC 25, set to launch on September 27. Known for its ability to blend music with the global game, EA has continued its tradition of featuring diverse genres and emerging artists on their platform, and this year, Afrobeats takes center […]
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The tragic incidents of sudden death in otherwise healthy athletes often leave the sporting world in shock. These individuals, perceived as the epitome of physical fitness, sometimes fall victim to cardiac arrest, often during vigorous physical exertion. Though rare, these cases highlight the potential for underlying heart problems that, when combined with intense exercise, […]
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Nigeria is home to some of Africa’s brightest talents in music, film, and fashion. However, when it comes to sports, especially niche ones like BMX riding, the country is still playing catch-up. BMX is still in its infancy. With football, basketball, and athletics dominating the sporting scene, niche sports like BMX haven’t had the […]
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris continued Nigeria’s dismal record at the Olympics, as Team Nigeria failed to win a single medal. It marked the eighth time in Olympic history that Nigeria returned home empty-handed, adding to the disappointment of past performances in 1952, 1956, 1960, 1968, 1980, 1988, and 2012. In stark […]
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Virtual reality (VR) is transforming multiple industries, with gambling among those witnessing profound shifts. By bridging the gap between digital and physical environments, VR is redefining the gaming experience, creating immersive atmospheres that draw players deeper into the virtual world. As this technology becomes more integrated into gambling platforms, it is poised to […]
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In today’s football discourse, names like Martin Tyler, Jim Beglin, and Peter Drury often dominate the conversation. Their voices have become synonymous with the beautiful game, even in far-off countries like Nigeria. However, long before these commentators captured the imagination of Nigerian fans, there was a man whose voice and words were etched into […]
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The intersection of football and cinema has long been explored globally, from Hollywood blockbusters like “Bend It Like Beckham” to European classics such as “Goal!” Yet, in Nigeria—a country where football is not just a sport but a way of life—this fusion has remained largely unexplored until now. Nollywood, the world’s second-largest film industry, […]
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