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Enyimba’s hopes of retaining the league title took a significant hit following a frustrating 1-1 draw against relegation-threatened Bayelsa United on matchday 36 in Aba.

Beyond Limits, Ikorodu City, Nasarawa United, and El Kanemi Warriors have all secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for next season, following their successes in the 2024 Nigeria National League Super 8 Playoffs held in Enugu.

Chippa United’s goalkeeper coach Sean Louw has confirmed that Stanley Nwabali will be leaving the club in the coming months.

The Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) organized a special dinner to send forth the country’s number one badminton star Anuoluwapo Opeyori, who is set to intensify training in Italy ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Following his impressive performances for Chippa United and his contributions to the Nigerian national team during AFCON 2023, there has been significant interest from several clubs seeking Stanley Nwabali’s signature.

Italian football powerhouse Juventus is reportedly considering a move for Nigerian striker Victor Boniface as the summer transfer window approaches.

New West Ham United boss Julen Lopetegui is keen on signing Super Eagles forward Taiwo Awoniyi as part of his eight summer transfer targets to bolster the team for the upcoming season.

Qualifying for the Olympic Games after 16 years, Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has declared that the team is ready to make Nigeria proud, just as they did at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Former Nigeria international Sam Sodje has weighed in on the current situation surrounding Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George, suggesting that a change in leadership might be necessary to ensure Nigeria’s qualification for the next World Cup.

Former Nigerian international Garba Lawal has described the Super Eagles’ chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup as “very, very difficult” following their unexpected defeat to Benin Republic.