Shooting Stars Boss Ogunbote, Goalkeeper Mustapha Lawal grab LBA Honours

As expected, Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), claimed the two awards in the monthly League Bloggers Award (LBA) for the month of December. An impressive run of form in the monrh which saw the team win all five matches, expectedly earned the team’s gaffer, Gbenga Ogunbote the Manager of the Month Award. Oracle beat the…

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Dramatic Derby Delight: Kano Pillars Snatch Last-Minute Victory Against El-kanemi Warriors!

Kano Pillars emerged victorious in a thrilling derby clash against El-kanemi Warriors, securing a hard-fought 2-1 win at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Wednesday. The hosts, who had managed only one win in their last five matches, were under immense pressure to deliver a much-needed victory. Despite a goalless first half, both teams created several…

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SALISU YUSUF

NNL Side Barau FC Suspends High Profile Nigerian Coach

The management of Barau Football Club has suspended Salisu Yusuf as Technical Adviser, with immediate effect, afrosportnews.com reports. This was contained in a statement by Ahmad Hamisu Gwale, Barau FC Media Officer.  According to the statement, the decision was made following a meeting, where the management appreciated the efforts of Salisu Yusuf during his tenure,…

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NFF Set To Secure Luxurious Abuja Apartment for Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is finalizing plans to acquire a high-end apartment in Abuja for Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle. The move aims to provide the 47-year-old tactician with a comfortable living and working environment as he prepares the team for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe in…

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Ibadan Basketball Championship

Get Ready to Dunk! 4th Ibadan Basketball Championship Tips Off January 17th

The Ibadan Basketball Championship, an annual tournament showcasing the best of Oyo State’s male and female basketball talents, is set to return for its 4th edition, afrosportnews.com reports.  The event, scheduled to take place on January 17th and 18th, 2025, at the Lekan Salami Stadium (Adamasingba), Ibadan, promises to be an exciting display of basketball skills and…

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Patrice Motsepe

CHAN: CAF President, Motsepe Explains Reason Prize Money Was Increased

CAF President, Patrice Motsepe, has explained the reasoning behind the increase in prize money for the 2024 Championship of African Nations (CHAN), afrosportnews.com reports. On Tuesday, the South African announced a $3.5 million reward for the winner of the upcoming tournament. He stressed the significance of the competition for the continent’s football development. He stated,…

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