Jamaican athletes, including Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson, showcased their style at the 2023 RJRGleaner Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year Awards, a pinnacle event in Jamaican sports. The glamorous night, attended by dignitaries and sports personalities, celebrated the achievements of top athletes in the nation at the end of a fantastic season. […]
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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo embarked on a journey to Nigeria, capturing the essence of his familial ties and cultural heritage in a new documentary titled “Ugo.” The 31-minute film, produced in partnership with WhatsApp and directed by Rick Famuyiwa (“The Mandalorian”), provides a candid glimpse into the NBA star’s visit to the land […]
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Portuguese football manager, Jose Mourinho has found himself facing the termination of his contract for the sixth time in his illustrious career, this time at Serie A outfit AS Roma. Mourinho was sacked by the Serie A giants on Tuesday morning after yet another defeat – the Giallorossi this time losing 3-1 to AC […]
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The anticipation for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is reaching its peak as the continent’s football powerhouses gear up for the prestigious tournament, which kicks off on January 13. After rescheduling the tournament from last January, Africa’s top teams are preparing to compete for continental success in what promises to be a fascinating month […]
In contemporary football docu-series, a captivating trend has emerged—providing fans with untold stories and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Netflix’s “Captains of the World,” a limited series chronicling the FIFA 2022 World Cup, stands at the forefront of this movement. Produced in collaboration with Netflix, Fifa+, and Fulwell 73, the six-episode series centers its narrative round revered national […]
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Nigerian wrestler Oba Femi has emerged winner of the WWE NXT Men’s Breakout Tournament. Femi’s brute force was no match for the athletic Chase U recruit Riley Osbourne. Osbourne did his best to outmaneuver the massive wrestler, but Femi drilled him into the canvas with a Powerbomb. Femi is the first Men’s Breakout Tournament […]
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The anticipation for the 36th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is building, with the release of the 40-man roster by Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro and the Nigeria Football Federation. While the list includes familiar names like Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Francis Uzoho, there are notable exclusions […]
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2023 has been a banner year for Nigerian athletes across various disciplines, with stories of triumph and resilience gracing the headlines. From the football pitch to the basketball court, track and field, and boxing ring, Nigerian stars have left their mark on the global stage. Victor Osimhen: The Napoli forward cemented his place […]
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One of the most popular sports in human history, football transcends all racial, ethnic, and religious boundaries. You can be on the edge of your seat because the sport is so intense. Nigerians have an intense passion for football and will even wager on their preferred teams, such as Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool, Barcelona, […]
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In a spectacular night in Marrakesh, Nigeria made an emphatic return to the CAF Awards, securing victories in four out of the five award categories they were eligible for – marking a remarkable near-clean sweep, a feat not witnessed since the 2010s. While recent years saw Nigeria claim just one or two awards, this exceptional […]
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The Lagos Oriental Hotel pulsated with energy on December 9th, 2023, as Sneakerfest 2023 unfolded its vibrant tapestry. This year, the organizers teamed up with global sportswear giant Nike to create a spectacle that went beyond sneakers, encompassing fashion, art, music, and empowerment. The anticipation surrounding Sneakerfest 2023 reached new heights with the announcement […]
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In recent times, collegiate football has been on a downward trend due to less or non-interest from the authorities involved. Gone are the days when Nigeria shone across Africa, parading budding talents from higher institutions. Obviously, “Mathematical” Segun Odegbami comes to mind as “oldies” when the mercurial striker- a Polytechnic of Ibadan Engineering student, […]
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