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Wike loses out as PDP accepts court ruling, restores Fubara-backed exco in Rivers

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has acknowledged and accepted the judgment of the Rivers State High Court, which nullified the party's Ward, Local Government, and...... Read more “Wike Is Nothing; I’ll Deal With Him,” Asari Dokubo Declares

Asari Dokubo has issued a stern warning to the former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, vowing to “catch and contain” him as he claims to have done with others in...... Read more If You Think You Are So Powerful, So Popular, Go and Register a Party- Robinson Ewoh to Wike

A former Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Rivers West, Robinson Ewor, has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to establish his own political...... Read more NFF Should Resolve Anambra FA Board Puzzle—- Stakeholders

Football stakeholders in Anambra state have called on the Nigeria Football Federal (NFF) to take a stand on who is in charge of the State Football Association. This became necessary...... Read more Chelle resumes CHAN Eagles role today

According to the president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Gusau, new Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle will be in Ikenne, Ogun State on Tuesday (today), to begin his supervisory role of...... Read more Chelle eyes 2026 W’Cup, signs two-year Eagles deal

New Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has expressed his desire to lead Nigeria to the ‘pinnacle of world football’ starting with the ticket to the 2026 World Cup as he takes the...... Read more Obasa - Tinubu saw that he was recalcitrant, that broke the camel's back - APC Chieftain

Obasa was impeached on Monday over allegations of fraud, a move Oki said was long overdue. A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Fouad Oki has justified the impeachment of Mudashiru...... Read more NFF unveils Chelle as Eagles coach today

The uncertainty hanging over the appointment of Eric Chelle as the new coach of the Super Eagles will be over by Monday (today), when the Nigeria Football Federation unveils the ex-Mali coach...... Read more NPFL Future: We 've Put To Bed, Rest All The Doubting Thomases ---- GTI's Abubakar Lawal

The Group Managing Director of GTI, Abubakar Lawal, after taking a long look at where his company met the NPFL and where his group has placed our domestic league presently, he then...... Read more Simon welcomes Chelle

Super Eagles forward Moses Simon has welcomed new head coach Eric Chelle with a message in French following the Mali tactician’s appointment by the Nigeria Football Federation on Tuesday, The PUNCH reports. The...... Read more NPFL: Ideye upbeat about Enyimba’s chance

New Enyimba striker and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner, Brown Ideye, remains confident that the nine-time Nigerian champions still have their destiny in their hands despite their recent struggles in all...... Read more Rivers Elders: Wike Lied against Odili

We, the Concerned Elders of Rivers State, issue this statement with a deep sense of responsibility and a commitment to uphold the values of respect, unity and decorum that have long...... Read more Wike: The Beginning and End of Politics in Rivers State is Peter Odili - Fubara

The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara has described erstwhile governor, Peter Odili as the the beginning and end of politics in the state. Speaking at the 2025 New Year State...... Read more Odili Didn’t Call Wike’s Name: Kinsmen Apologize, Criticize Minister’s Remarks

Kinsmen of the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Chief Nyesom Wike, have pleaded with the former governor of the state, Dr Peter Odili, to forgive their brother (Wike) over his...... Read more Fubara Thumbs Up Rivers Political Leaders Backing Him Against Wike

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed profound gratitude to political leaders and allies who have thrown their weight behind him in the ongoing political tension between himself and his predecessor,...... Read more Why I’m creating Christmas memories with kids – Ndidi

Super Eagles and Leicester midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, shares his thoughts about spending Christmas with kids, the national team and more in this interview with ABIODUN ADEWALE It’s Christmas and you’re back home...... Read more Onitsha Country Club Plans Multi-million Naira Standard Pavellion

Onitsha Country Club, Fegge in Anambra state has planned a multi-million naira standard pavellion to boost sporting activities in the over 20 years old club. Mr Kingsley Ajulufo, President of the...... Read more Lookman eyes more success after CAF award win

Newly crowned African Footballer of The Year Ademola Lookman marked his return to Atalanta’s starting lineup with a crucial goal in their 3-2 victory over Empoli on Sunday, helping extend La Dea’s lead...... Read more CAF Award: Hedriel congratulates Lookman, says his award will inspire him to work harder

The number of Nigerians both home and in the Diaspora who have been sending congratulatory messages to the newly crowned 2024 African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman is increasing every...... Read more Fonseca can help Chukwueze grow – Peseiro

Former Super Eagles coach José Peseiro has shared his perspectives on what Samuel Chukwueze needs to thrive in Italy. Chukwueze has struggled to hit the ground running since his move from...... Read more GTI congratulates NFF, Lookman, others on CAF Awards

Strategic partners to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), GTI Group has congratulated the football ruling body on the successful achievements of Nigerian footballers at the just concluded CAF Awards ceremony in...... Read more Pinnick proud of Lookman as Ekong, Eagles coaches hail forward

Former president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, is delighted to have convinced the newly crowned African Footballer of The Year, Ademola Lookman, to play for Nigeria during his tenure...... Read more Troost-Ekong omission from CAF XI sparks upset

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong’s exclusion from the CAF FIFPro Best XI has sparked outrage among football fans, with many questioning the credibility of the selection process, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The defender, who...... Read more Why Lookman won CAF Africa best footballer – Dad

The father of newly crowned 2024 CAF Player of The Year Ademola Lookman has attributed his son’s accomplishment in claiming the 2024 CAF Player of The Year to his humility, focus,...... Read more Nigerians dominate CAF men, women XI

Super Falcons quartet Michelle Alozie, Osinachi Ohale, Rasheedat Ajibade and Asisat Oshoala as well as Super Eagles duo Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, were named in the 2024 CAF men’s and women’s...... Read more