Over the past couple of years, virtually every product and service in Nigeria has experienced volatile price hikes. From government-regulated products like petroleum and electricity to private services like real estate and property management, the increment in these once-basic necessities is beyond staggering. The National Bureau of Statistics reported in October 2024 that inflation had […]
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In 2024, Nigeria endured one of its toughest years administratively and economically, a reality that resonated across major industries. The sports industry was no exception. For over ten months, administrative inefficiency held sway until the federal government replaced the ineffective, politically-driven Ministry of Sports with a growth-oriented National Sports Commission, led by seasoned, sports-savvy administrators. […]
About eight months after pointing accusatory fingers at Apple for the illegal mining and exploitation of its raw materials and contribution to unrest in its region, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially filed criminal complaints against the tech giant. Recall that The Grid had earlier in September explored the nuances of how […]
Last Thursday, the Super Eagles of Nigeria secured their qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) minutes before their penultimate Group D match against Benin Republic in Abidjan. While a point from the game would have ultimately guaranteed their spot, a Libyan victory over Rwanda earlier in the day effectively handed Nigeria their […]
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You can never be sure where the heart of a footballer truly lies, but their actions — more than anything else — clearly indicate where they want to play and how much they’re willing to sacrifice to make it happen. Footballers switching clubs to fulfil lifelong dreams, increase playing time, or boost earnings is […]
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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 […]
Beyond individual and collective training sessions, an athlete’s form, class, and level of alertness, pre-game rituals, professionally called pre-performance routines (PPRs) play a crucial role in achieving peak performance for most athletes. These routines — often unique and personal — are mental anchors athletes rely on for optimal delivery before entering the court, ring, field, […]
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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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