Sports
NPF brings pride to Nigeria with international sports accolades
Stanley Ihedigbo In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Corporal Juliet Chukwu of the Nigeria Police Force has emerged as the Bantamweight Champion at the prestigious Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC119) held in Johannesburg, South Africa. This outstanding achievement brings yet another honour to the Nigeria Police Force…
Read More »Brila media debunks allegations of funds diversion, invoice fabrication, to tune of N150m
Stanley Ihedigbo Brila Media has debunked allegations of diversion of funds and invoice fabrication to the tune of N150 million. According to the media organization, these allegations are part of an ill-intentioned and orchestrated campaign of calumny by a few individuals who are engaged in certain criminal activities…
Read More »The Best FIFA Men’s Player: Nominees in Focus
Eleven stellar candidates have been shortlisted for The Best FIFA Men’s Player 2024 Award – and fans can now vote for their preferred nominee. The contenders have been selected based on their performances from 21 August 2023 to 10 August 2024. Here, FIFA highlights each player’s standout achievements during…
Read More »Social media poison: A battlefield for athletes’ mental health
By Daniel Soriano Beneath the glitz and glamour of success often lies a person grappling with a huge burden. X or Instagram, with their unabated scrutiny, are sometimes a breeding ground for affliction among those whose triumphs are toasted without really considering the battles faced behind the…
Read More »How archery helps breast cancer patients in Uruguay
By Raúl Daffunchio Picazo The sport of archery and its role in improving the lives of mastectomy patients through the ‘Flechas de Vida’ programme is an example of how sport can make a positive difference to people’s lives. Breast cancer rates are on the rise worldwide, but…
Read More »Nwabali consoles, ANFASSC celebrates, Super Eagle seal 21st AFCON spot
Stanley Ihedigbo Authentic Nigeria Football & Allied Sports Supporters Club (ANFASSC), celebrated the qualification of the Super Eagles for yet another African Cup of Nations finals; after the team secured top spot in Group D of the qualifiers following a 1-1 draw with the Cheetahs of Benin…
Read More »Trump, IOC clash looms over transgender ban, Putin voices support
By Sam May After his return to the presidency, Donald Trump has taken a stance against the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) current policies on gender eligibility in sports, setting up a potential showdown with the organisation. Throughout his campaign, Trump committed to prohibiting transgender…
Read More »Gov. Otti abolish non-indigene distinction, saying anyone residing in Abia is an Abian
Stanley Ihedigbo Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has announced abolition of the non-indigene distinction, saying that anyone residing in Abia State is considered an Abian. According to the Chief Press Secretary to the Executive Governor, Com. Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, Gov. Otti who made…
Read More »BOWFT: Edo First Lady, Obaseki rallies wives of govs, former govs to check prevalence of teenage pregnancy, abortion
Stanley Ihedigbo Edo State First Lady, Dr. (Mrs) Betsy Obaseki and her Oyo State counterpart, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde, have rallied support to check the menace of teenage pregnancy, which affects their social development. Former First Ladies of Ekiti and Imo States, Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi…
Read More »Raheem Sterling rejected incredible £650,000-a-week transfer in favour of joining Arsenal
Raheem Sterling has left Chelsea Football Club to join Premier League rivals Arsenal Football Club on loan for the season – and it can now be revealed that the forward rejected a huge transfer offer from Saudi Arabia. Raheem Sterling rejected a stunning £650,000-a-week offer from Saudi Arabia to join…
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