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Dr. Sifo Omatsola Congratulates Delta Sports Commission Chairman, Chief Oborevwori Onos, on Warri Wolves’ NPFL Promotion and Delta Queens Rejuvenation

Chairman of Royal Queens FC, Dr. Sifo Omatsola, has extended warm congratulations to the Executive Chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission, Chief Oborevwori Onos, for his instrumental role in the revival of sports in the state — particularly the recent promotion of Warri Wolves FC to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and the

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Royal Queens FC Chairman, Dr Omatsola Sifo, Congratulates Warri Wolves on NPFL Promotion

The Chairman of Royal Queens FC of Warri, Dr, Omatsola Sifo, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Warri Wolves FC following their successful promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after an impressive campaign in the ongoing Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 tournament in Asaba. Warri Wolves sealed their return to the top flight

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Former Arsenal star Thomas Partey charged with Rape and Sexual Assault

  Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been officially charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, according to the Metropolitan Police. The charges relate to alleged incidents involving three different women, occurring between 2021 and 2022. The 32-year-old Ghanaian international, who departed Arsenal earlier this month, is scheduled to appear

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Effort is everything – Ajibade expresses confidence in winning the WAFCON

Nine-time champions Nigeria loom larger than any other participant as the 13th Women Africa Cup of Nations finals begin in the Kingdom of Morocco on Saturday. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade has traversed the gamut of the Nigeria women teams, and her sterling contributions make it appear like she has always been there, The Lagos Voice. “For

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CAF announces boosted Prize Money for WAFCON winners

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced a significant increase in prize money for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), as excitement builds ahead of the continental showpiece set to begin this weekend in Morocco. According to CAF, the winner of this year’s tournament will walk away with $1 million, a

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Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, is dead

Nigerian football is in mourning following the death of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai. According to FRCN, Rufai passed away on Thursday morning after a prolonged illness. While his family is yet to issue an official statement, a top Lagos State Government official has confirmed the news of his demise. PAY ATTENTION: Stay updated

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CAF unveils new trophy for WAFCON

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) today unveiled a brand-new trophy for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), marking a big step in its ongoing efforts to elevate women’s football across the continent. The unveiling took place in Morocco, the host nation for the 2024 edition of the tournament, which kicks off

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Mikel Obi’s former agent denies €50,000 Olympic bribe claim

Former Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel’s long-time agent, John Shittu, has denied allegations made by ex-Nigeria U23 coach Samson Siasia, who claimed he was offered €50,000 to include Mikel in Nigeria’s 2008 Olympic Games squad. Siasia, in an interview, alleged that Mikel, who was not part of Nigeria’s Olympic qualifiers, attempted to join the

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Premier League club consider summer move for Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare

    Fulham are weighing up a summer move for KRC Genk’s red-hot Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare, as the Premier League club looks to strengthen its attacking department ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.   The 24-year-old striker was one of the standout performers in the Belgian Pro League last season, finishing as the league’s top

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Deborah Abiodun hails Super Falcons’ win over Ghana as key boost ahead of WAFCON

Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has expressed her satisfaction following Nigeria’s 3-1 victory over Ghana’s Black Queens in a friendly played behind closed doors on Sunday in Casablanca, Morocco. The encounter was part of the team’s final preparations for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which kicks off on July 5 in Morocco.

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