Mosunmola Ore

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Nigeria Ready To Host 3rd CAA U- 20 Athletes Championship

2 days ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

Thirty (30) countries have so far indicated interest to participate in the forthcoming 3rd edition of the AFRICAN U-18 Athletics championship schedule to hold in Ogun State South West Nigeria. According to the National Sports Commission, seventy (70) countries are expected to participate in the event which is scheduled for 16-20 of July, 2025.
Super Falcons Will Reclaim WAFCON Title, Coach Madugu Declares

3 days ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

The head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, Justine Madugu, has expressed confidence that his team can reclaim the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title at the upcoming tournament in Morocco. The West African giants are setting their sights on a historic 10th championship victory in the 2024 edition of the competition, which will run from 6 to 23 July.
Nathaniel Ezekiel wins Track Athlete of the Year

3 days ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

Nigeria’s Nathaniel Ezekiel has been named the 2025 NCAA Division I Men’s Outdoor Track & Field National Track Athlete of the Year to cap off a dominant collegiate season with Baylor University which has now earned him one of the most prestigious honours in American college athletics. The honour was announced by the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association following a vote by NCAA member coaches on Monday.
Nigeria Wins Inaugural African Flag Football Championship

5 days ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

Nigeria’s men and women teams have emerged champions of the first African Flag Football Championship. The competition, organised by the International Federation of American Football (IFAF), saw 11 teams from eight countries compete over two days at Club One Stadium in Maadi. READ ALSO: CAF Women’s Champions League Finalists Confirmed In the men’s final, Nigeria secured a narrow 13-12 win against host nation Egypt. The women’s final ended with Nigeria defeating Morocco 26-12.
IBB International Golf Club to wear new look, Wike hints

6 days ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

The Minister of the Nigerian Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has indicated plans to rehabilitate the iconic IBB International Golf and Country Club, hinting at an emergency intervention to revive its deteriorating infrastructure and reinforce its tourism potential. The Minister disclosed this during an official visit to the facility on Saturday in Abuja Nigeria’s capital.
NCAA Pledge to improve Staff Well-being through Sports

6 days ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), the regulatory body for the aviation industry, is promoting a healthy and productive workforce through sporting activities. The Director of Corporate Services, Dr. Rebecca Aghadinazu, made the statement during a media engagement on Saturday, before the inauguration of the Director General of NCAA Sports Week 2025.
Super Eagles stars inspire kids at Lagos football Fiesta

6 days ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

Some Super Eagles players on Saturday attended the 2025 Maracana Children’s Fest, held in honour of their teammate, Wilfred Ndidi. The annual event, sponsored by Leicester City midfielder Ndidi, was hosted at the refurbished Maracana Stadium in Tolu, Ajegunle, Lagos.
Finidi George Challenges Rivers United Ahead of New NPFL Season

1 week ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

Rivers United coach Finidi George has charged his players ahead of the new campaign as the Port Harcourt-based side began preparations for the 2025/26 season. The 2022 Nigeria Premier Football League champions began training on Monday ahead of their domestic and CAF Champions League campaigns. READ ALSO: NPFL Condemns Deliberate Naming Rights ViolationsAccording to the club’s media updates, 25 players attended the first training session at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium on Monday.
WAFU B announces new date For U-20 Cup of Nations

1 week ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

The West African Football Union B (WAFU B) has confirmed new dates for the maiden U-20 Cup of Nations, Accra 2025. The tournament, originally scheduled to take place in Prampram from June 15-30, 2025, was postponed to ensure the best possible conditions for the tournament. READ ALSO: Burkina Faso Beat Togo In WAFU B U20 ChampionshipGhana, hosting the tournament for the first time since 2020, is expected to deliver a well-organized competition under the leadership of the Ghana Football Association.
South-West to Host 3rd CDS U18 Basketball Championship

1 week ago | von.gov.ng | Mosunmola Ore

The third edition of the Chief of Defence Staff Under-18 Basketball Championship will be held in either Ibadan or Lagos, as part of ongoing efforts to develop grassroots sports and positively engage Nigerian youth. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa made this known during his closing remarks at the grand finale of the second edition of the championship, which concluded on Wednesday night at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja.