Emmanuel Akindubuwa

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Nigerian state in mourning after 22 die in road accident

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

Nigeria's Kano State declared Monday as a day of mourning after 22 people died in a road accident while returning from a sports festival in the south-west of the country. Athletes, coaches, officials, medical staff and a journalist were among the fatalities when a state bus carrying the team veered off the road and overturned around the town of Dakatsalle, approximately 40km from Kano, on Saturday.
Nigerian state in mourning after 22 die in road accident

3 weeks ago | aol.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

Nigeria's Kano State declared Monday as a day of mourning after 22 people died in a road accident while returning from a sports festival in the south-west of the country. Athletes, coaches, officials, medical staff and a journalist were among the fatalities when a state bus carrying the team veered off the road and overturned around the town of Dakatsalle, approximately 40km from Kano, on Saturday.
The one-legged 'hopping' sport of balance and endurance

Feb 5, 2025 | msn.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

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Langa: The one-legged traditional hopping sport of West Africa

Feb 5, 2025 | bbc.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

Image caption, Langa traditionally served as a preparatory exercise for warriors in northern NigeriaAcross the globe, sports have long served as a means of entertainment, fitness and cultural expression. While the world is familiar with football, basketball and rugby, other traditional disciplines can tell the story of a people and their heritage. One such game is langa, a unique and physically demanding sport originating from northern Nigeria.
Ballon d’Or nominee Lookman hunts for greatness

Oct 25, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

This year has been one of extraordinary milestones for Ademola Lookman, with the Nigeria winger making headlines across Europe and Africa. From his performances for the Super Eagles during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) to playing a pivotal role in helping Atalanta win their first-ever European trophy, the 27-year-old's star continues to rise. "It’s been remarkable," Lookman told BBC Sport Africa.
Ademola Lookman: Nigeria's Ballon d'Or nominee in hunt for greatness

Oct 25, 2024 | bbc.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

Lookman joined Everton in an £11m ($14.26m) deal when he was 19, but he showed his willingness to adapt and learn when he moved to German club RB LeipzigMoving to a new country, learning a new language and adapting to a different football culture can be daunting, but Lookman is thriving in northern Italy. "Coming out of my comfort zone is never easy, but I'm open to that idea of learning and wanting to be better - not just as a player, but as a person also," he said.
Gbemisola Yusuf: Nigerian's path from water vendor to Caf referee

Sep 16, 2024 | bbc.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

Image source, Gbemisola YusufImage caption, Gbemisola Yusuf used to sell drinks at football games in Nigeria but is now a qualified refereeGbemisola Yusuf is a woman who likes to be in charge. And, aged just 21, she is already refereeing football games in Nigeria. “Controlling 22 players on the field is amazing," she told BBC Sport Africa from the Maracana pitch in Ajegunle-Lagos. This is no small feat, as Yusuf is amongst a relatively small group of female referees in her country.
Leverkusen's Boniface resets after 'crazy' season

Aug 22, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

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Africa's footballers can do 'great things' at Paris 2024

Jul 24, 2024 | aol.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

July 24, 2024 at 6:07 AMBarbra Banda's Zambia and Nigeria, with goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie named Africa's best in 2023 and star striker Asisat Oshoala, will represent the continent in France [Getty Images]Nearly three decades on from their male counterparts winning Olympic gold, Nigeria’s women’s football team believe it is their time to stun the world at this year’s Games in Paris.
Answers demanded after 'unacceptable' Nigeria results

Jun 11, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com | Emmanuel Akindubuwa

Nigeria's sports ministry has demanded an explanation for the country's poor 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying campaign, labelling it "unacceptable" after a 2-1 defeat by Benin left the Super Eagles winless from their opening four games. Following draws with Lesotho, Zimbabwe and South Africa, Monday's result means Nigeria sit fifth in Group C with three points from a possible 12.