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Bendel Insurance, Rangers Set for Federation Cup Showdown In Lagos

1 week ago | sports247.ng | Hashim Kolawole

Football lovers in Lagos are in for a thrilling spectacle this Wednesday, April 16, 2025, as two of Nigeria’s most historic clubs — Bendel Insurance FC of Benin City and Rangers International FC of Enugu — clash in the Round of 16 of the President Federation Cup. Read Also: Arthur Okonkwo Crowned Player of the Month as He Powers Wrexham to Championship PromotionThe iconic Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Victoria Island, will host this high-stakes encounter, with kickoff slated for 4:00 pm WAT.
Lagos FA Honours Late Chairman Christian Chukwu With A Minute Silence

1 week ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

It was an epochal moment for late Nigerian football legend Christian Chukwu, as the Lagos State Football Association under the leadership of Hajji Gafar Liameed moved the train to honour late Chukwu with a respect from the grassroots to the apex of Nigerian football.
BPAN Announce Free Healthcare Program for Nigerian boxers, signs MOU with NIH

1 week ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

The Boxing Promoters Association Of Nigeria (BPAN) has unveiled a free healthcare package for Nigerian boxers under its welfare program “BPAN-Care”. The body in partnership with the New Ikeja Hospital have announced the first of its kind healthcare initiative for pugilists. The partnership was formalized in Lagos over weekend with the signing of MOU, after BPAN Executives led by the President, Hon. Omonlei Imadu met officials of the New Ikeja Hospital at the medical facility.
Lagos FA Boss Gafar Liameed Commiserates With NFF, Nigerians On Chairman Christian Chukwu's Death

1 week ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

Nigerians and indeed, the football community in Nigeria and Africa are reeling in pains and shock over the death of Nigerian football legend Christian ‘Chairman’ Chukwu, who died yesterday, aged 74 years. Read Also: Williams Ignatius Of Divine Praise Football Academy Signs First Professional Contract with JK Tammeka Tartu In EstoniaLate Christian Chukwu MFR, was a former captain and coach of the then Green Eagles, now Super Eagles.
New NNPC Chairman Eng Musa Kida holds Strategic meeting with NSC for sustainable Sports Growth

2 weeks ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC , Hon Bukola Olopade has expressed excitement over potential collaboration between the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC Limited and the Sports Commission. The DG stated this after a fruitful strategic meeting held in his office when the newly appointed Chairman of the NNPC Limited, Eng Musa Kida paid him a working visit on Tuesday.
Hajji Gafar Liameed Adds New Feather To His Illustrious Cap

2 weeks ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

Hajji Gafar Liameed is eminently revered as one of the most resourceful football administrators and investors. And this accolades haven’t been for nothing. More than anything else, this most passionate football personality has continued to make tremendous strides with his several life-changing initiatives that has been impacting the life of Nigerian football. Read Also: Illinois State’s Enyinnaya Nwagu Shines with 200m Victory at Joe Walker InvitationalHajji Gafar Olawale Liameed is a rare breed.
LSFA Boss Gafar Liameed Receives Sportsville Award

3 weeks ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

The 5th edition of the prestigious Sportsville awards held Thursday, at the Eko Club, Surulere, and with many of the awardees shinning like the stars. One of the distinguished awardees who shone brightest was Hajji Gafar Olawale Liameed, Chairman of Lagos State Football Association.
Francis And Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation Unveils New Logo, Announces 2025 Essay Competition

3 weeks ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

Sequel to the name change effected four years ago as published in a National Newspaper from Francis Ibhawoh foundation to ‘FRANCIS AND FIDELIA IBHAWOH FOUNDATION, the body in a press statement reiterate its are pleasure to announce that the name change reflects the shared values and lifelong commitment of Francis and Fidelia Ibhawoh to Education, Community Development, and Youth Empowerment.
NBBF Board Members, Stakeholders Joyous Over Musa Kida Appointment As Chairman, NNPCL

3 weeks ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

Encomiums and felicitations have been pouring for the President of Nigeria Basketball Federation, Engineer Ahmadu Musa Kida, on his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as the new Chairman of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited(NNPCL).
PFAN Condemns, Calls For Investigation And Prosecution Of Those Responsible For The Attack On Lobi Stars Players

3 weeks ago | sports247.ng | Akeem Busari

The Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN), the umbrella body of football players in Nigeria led by Tijani Babangida,MON has frowned at the reports of the acts of hooliganism exhibited by some irresponsible, supposed fans of Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi, during a training session, where the players were harassed and locked in their bus for over half an hour.