Fulham and Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi, a vocal advocate for Nigerian culture and cuisine, has revealed his love for the traditional dish of Egusi and Pounded Yam. Whenever he lands in Nigeria, the first thing he does is order this dish. The Hale End Academy graduate, who was born in Nigeria but moved […]
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Nigerian athletes are poised to make a significant impact at the upcoming New York City Grand Prix, taking place June 8th-9th. This prestigious event serves as a crucial stepping stone on the road to the highly anticipated Paris Olympic Games. Leading the charge is World Record holder Tobi Amusan, who will dominate the women’s […]
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Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is back in training, fueling speculation about his upcoming return to the octagon. This news comes after an intriguing co-main event at UFC 302, where Sean Strickland emerged victorious against Paulo Costa via a split decision. The highly anticipated clash between Costa and Strickland lived up to its […]
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The stage is set for a colossal clash in the 2023/2024 UEFA Champions League (UCL) final, with Borussia Dortmund facing the mighty Real Madrid. While Los Blancos, under the guidance of Carlo Ancelotti, are the clear favorites aiming to add another trophy to their illustrious collection, Dortmund, defying expectations, stand ready to cause an upset. […]
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Nike has unveiled a collection of 13 “hyper-futuristic” athletic shoes designed for elite athletes like star footballer Kylian Mbappé. This unveiling comes just ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, and utilizes cutting-edge artificial intelligence to push the boundaries of footwear design. The Parisian event, held at the Palais Brongniart, showcased prototype shoes tailored for […]
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The world of fashion is rarely a stranger to drama, but this recent trademark dispute takes the cake (or, should we say, the tracksuit?). Buckle up, fashion folks, because we’re analyzing the case of Adidas vs. Nike and their not-so-friendly neighborhood stripes. Adidas Goes Full On Trademark Terminator Remember 2022? A simpler time? […]
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Nigeria’s athletics scene has a new hero in 18-year-old Samuel Ogazi, who has shattered the 400m World Best record for his age group. Ogazi’s blistering 44.53s clocking at the NCAA East preliminaries not only secured his spot at the national championships but also eclipsed Usain Bolt’s times at both 17 (45.35s) and 21 (45.28s). […]
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The roar of the crowd erupts as a skillful nutmeg sends a defender sprawling. Flags wave with vibrant colors, a kaleidoscope of national pride against the backdrop of a sun-drenched stadium. This is the image that often springs to mind when we think of African sport: the beautiful game, football, uniting nations in a passionate […]
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Let’s face it, dear Nigerian sports enthusiasts, staying active isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. Especially for us ambitious young Nigerians, that weekend football game, energetic dance session or athletic event can sometimes turn into a knee nightmare – an ACL injury. This tear in the ligament that stabilizes your knee joint can leave you […]
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Nigerian track stars brought the heat (quite literally under the Georgia sun) at the Adidas Atlanta City Games, leaving the crowd buzzing and record books needing a rewrite. Leading the charge were world champ Tobi Amusan, sprinting sensation Favour Ofili, long jump queen Ese Brume, and speedster Udodi Onwuzurike. Each athlete delivered scorchers of […]
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The heavyweight division witnessed a crowning achievement on May 18th. In a clash for the ages, Oleksandr Usyk (22-0, 14 KOs) emerged victorious over Tyson Fury (34-1-1, 24 KOs), unifying the heavyweight titles and etching his name in history as the first undisputed champion since Lennox Lewis. The main event was a thrilling back-and-forth […]
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French defender Presnel Kimpembe‘s season has been a tale of two halves, separated not by the calendar year, but by a cruel twist of fate. The 28-year-old started the campaign as a mainstay in Paris Saint-Germain’s dominant force, but a nagging Achilles issue soon turned into a nightmare. Kimpembe endured a dismal spell on […]
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