Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Jude Bellingham Wins Laureus World Sports 2024 Breakthrough Award. England and Real Madrid’s rising star, Jude Bellingham, clinched the 2024 Laureus World Sports Breakthrough of the Year award, marking a significant achievement in his burgeoning career. The 20-year-old midfielder has swiftly established himself as a pivotal figure at Real Madrid following his £89m transfer from Borussia Dortmund last summer. Bellingham’s impact on the pitch has been palpable, highlighted by his decisive goal against Barcelona in the recent El Clasico, taking his La Liga goal tally to an impressive 17 for the season. Additionally, his contributions were instrumental in…

Nigeria has indicated interest to host the 2024 U-19 boys and girls African Beach Volleyball Nations Cup Nigeria is gearing up to bid for the hosting rights of the 2024 U-19 boys and girls African Beach Volleyball Nations Cup, as announced by Engineer Musa Nimrod, the President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation. Nimrod shared this development at the conclusion of the 2024 President Beach Volleyball Cup held in Kaduna state over the weekend. During the event, Nimrod expressed confidence in Nigeria’s potential to host the U-19 African Beach Volleyball Nations Cup, citing the Federation’s pool of talented players…

Sports Minister, Senator John Enoh, lauds organisers for the maiden award night of YUCATECO Boxing League. The YUCATECO Boxing League, in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports Development, recently marked a significant milestone in Nigerian boxing history with the inaugural ‘Celebrating Our Boxing Heroes’ award ceremony. Held at the prestigious JEVINIK Hotel in Lagos, the event brought together a distinguished gathering comprising top government officials, retired and current boxers, coaches, sports administrators, boxing enthusiasts, media personalities, as well as family and friends of the awardees. During the ceremony, Senator John Enoh, the Special Guest of Honour and Minister of…

Nigerian Athletes are well prepared to give a good account of themselves and to make the nation proud – AFN The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has announced Team Nigeria’s readiness for the forthcoming Olympic Games in Paris. In a statement released by the Federation’s Secretary General, Rita Mosindi, she expressed confidence in the readiness of the country’s athletes. “Our athletes are showing remarkable focus, achieving personal and season bests, and ensuring Nigeria’s qualification for the five relays,” stated Mosindi. She further assured that there is no reason for concern as the athletes are fully prepared and in excellent spirits…

Bolaji Wins in Spanish Para Badminton Championship  Mariam Eniola Bolaji, a Para-Badminton sensation, emerged victorious in the women’s singles SL3 category at the recently concluded Spanish Para Badminton International 2024 held in Victoria, Spain. Ranked 10th globally, Bolaji showcased her prowess by defeating the 6th-ranked player, Oksana Kozyna from Ukraine, in a commanding 2-0 victory (21-13, 21-8) to claim the gold medal during the weekend event. Bolaji’s path to victory included a dominant performance against Emona Ivanova from Bulgaria, ranked 13th globally, whom she defeated 2-0 (21-4, 21-8) in the semi-finals. In earlier rounds, Bolaji defeated top-seeded Indian player…

Inter Milan are Scudetto champions for the 20th time in their history following a remarkable victory against arch-rivals AC Milan  Inter clinched their 20th Italian league title in a spectacular fashion, triumphing in the Milan derby against city rivals AC Milan. The victory not only sealed their dominance in Serie A but also provided a historic moment in their storied rivalry. Entering the derby, Inter knew that a victory would secure an insurmountable lead at the top of the Serie A standings, leaving their competitors with no chance to catch up in the remaining five matches. This achievement underscores…

NFF set to launch monthly awards within the Nigerian football landscape  The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced the upcoming launch of monthly Football Awards designed to acknowledge and reward outstanding players and coaches within the Nigerian football landscape. These awards aim to stimulate positive discussions and recognition both locally and internationally, emphasizing the diverse contributions made by individuals across various aspects of the sport. The inaugural format of the NFF Awards will encompass seven distinct categories, showcasing excellence within the football community and highlighting the pivotal roles played by players and coaching personnel. Beyond individual accolades, the awards…

Judith Chime Nominated for African Awards USA, Vows to Empower Girl Child Former Super Falcons goalkeeper Judith Chime expressed her gratitude to the organizers of the African Awards in the USA for nominating her for this prestigious recognition. Speaking from her base in Atlanta, Georgia, Judith mentioned that she would dedicate the award to the girl child in Nigeria and Africa if she emerges as the winner. She emphasized the resilience and excellence of the African girl child, acknowledging the challenges they face but also highlighting their remarkable achievements. The African Awards USA aims to celebrate the accomplishments of Atlanta’s…

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Praises Morocco’s Football Achievements Upon his arrival at Rabat-Sale International Airport, FIFA President Gianni Infantino celebrated Morocco’s remarkable accomplishments in football and its growing stature as a top destination for hosting major football events. Infantino hailed Morocco as a global football powerhouse, highlighting the nation’s historic achievement of reaching the semi-finals of the 2022 Qatar World Cup as a significant milestone in its football journey. Speaking ahead of the African Futsal Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Morocco and Angola, Infantino commended Morocco’s role as a host and applauded the excellent organization of the tournament. “It’s…

Josip Stanisic’s Late Goal Ensures Bayer Leverkusen’s Unbeaten Run Continues Bayer Leverkusen maintained their unbeaten record in the Bundesliga with a thrilling 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund, thanks to a stoppage-time equalizer from Josip Stanisic. The match saw Niclas Fullkrug put Dortmund in the lead in the 81st minute, setting the stage for a tense finish. However, Leverkusen’s resilience shone through as Stanisic found the back of the net in the seventh minute of added time, extending their unbeaten streak to 45 games across all competitions. Stanisic, the Croatia defender on loan from Bayern Munich, made a…

Ashleigh Plumptre Successfully Completes First Surgery, Expresses Gratitude Ashleigh Plumptre recently underwent her first surgery, which was a success. The Nigerian defender took to her Twitter account to express her gratitude to everyone who supported her throughout this journey. In her tweet, she wrote: “Surgery Done Thank you to everyone at Al-ittihad Ladies club and to Dr Pieter D’Hooge at @Aspetar for supporting me through my first surgery. It’s been a long time coming trying to get answers but I’m so grateful to now be at this stage. To my @NGSuper_Falcons teammates and Nigerian fans……

Katsina United Showcase Dominance in Impressive 2-0 Victory Over Sporting Lagos Govima Sports Report  The Muhammadu Dikko Stadium witnessed an outstanding exhibition of football as Katsina United outclassed Sporting Lagos in a commanding 2-0 triumph. The Gwagare Boys’ offensive prowess, led by Andrew Idoko, Azeez Falolu, Moses Effiong, Samson Olasupo, and Michael Ibe Okoro, was on full display, showcasing exceptional teamwork, creativity, and relentless pressure. The breakthrough arrived in the 35th minute when Andrew Idoko brilliantly converted a cross from Chris Madaki, propelling Katsina United into the lead. The second half continued in the same vein, with the hosts maintaining…