Morocco 2025: Nigeria Sing Victory Song By Abdulgafar Oladimeji The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF has flagged off Super Eagles battle for the fourth continental title with the launching of what it tagged NAIJA 4 THE WIN . The federation said it is committed towards bringing home Africa’s most coveted football crown from Morocco. The federation’s official media sources said “Nigeria, three-time winners of Africa’s flagship football championship, arrive in Morocco with a rich history and a firm resolve to restore continental glory. The silver-medal finish at the 2023 edition in Abidjan, though commendable, remains a reminder of unfinished business. Those memories serve not as…
Author: Abdulgafar Oladimeji
Abdulgafar Oladimeji
Abdulgafar Oladimeji is a sports writer with over two decades experience in the industry. As a reporter , he has worked with top major Nigerian newspapers, freelancer with newspaper and broadcast media organizations in Africa, Europe and America. He is a well travelled sports journalists reporting major sports events across the globe.
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Football Breakfast in Atlanta Georgia Without a Parcel Bomb By Kasali Obanoyen At a quiet Atlanta café, two Sahel Sports comrades — one jet-lagged from Washington, D.C., the other fully caffeinated from Atlanta’s hustle — met for what should have been an ordinary breakfast. And, thankfully, unlike darker chapters of Nigeria’s past, no strange package arrived at the table. For once, breakfast remained breakfast — not a reenactment of October 1986, when the nation learned the hard way that even the innocent morning meal could become fatal for a journalist as towering as Dele Giwa. But the conversation on this…
NIS DG mourns Bayelsa deputy gov, late Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, cancels 2025 Christmas carol The Director General and Chief Executive officer of the National Institute for Sports, H. E. Comrade Philip Shaibu on Friday said he received with rude shock and deep sadness the news of the passing of his friend, brother and former colleague, His Excellency, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State. Comrade Philip Shaibu who is the immediate past Deputy Governor of Edo State said His Excellency was a committed public servant who gave his best in every office he held. He said throughout his time…
HB FC Are The New Kings of 2025 MTN NLO Cup Hyperbuzz FC, Abuja have been crowned as champions of the 2025 MTN NLO Cup, defeating JNR Danburan FC, Katsina in a thrilling penalty shootout that concluded with a score of 6-5 after an intense 2-2 draw during regulation time. The final match, held at the Bwari Stadium in Abuja, showcased the exceptional skill and unwavering determination of both teams. For their stellar performance, HB FC was awarded ₦2.5 million, while JNR Danburan received ₦1.5 million. Both teams demonstrated remarkable talent throughout the tournament, remaining unbeaten in the group phase…
Morocco 2025: Nigeria unveils AFCON’s final squad Head Coach Eric Sékou Chelle has opted for goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi and Zaidu Sanusi, midfielders Wilfred Ndidi and Frank Onyeka, and forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, and 20 other players to make up Nigeria’s 28-man roster for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations starting in Morocco in 10 days’ time. The Franco-Malian also picked defenders Chidozie Awaziem and Bright Osayi-Samuel, midfielders Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Raphael Onyedika, and forwards Samuel Chukwueze and Simon Moses, among others. There is a return for Cyprus-based goaltender Francis Uzoho, defender Igoh Ogbu and…
Former Chinese sports minister sentenced to death for corruption By Abdulgafar Oladimeji The former Chinese sports minister Gou Zhongwen has been sentenced to death for indulging in acts of corruption, CCTV broadcaster reported last Monday. Gou, who was one time director of China’s State General Administration of Sports was convicted by a court in Jiangsu province . The court heard that the convicted man between 2009 and 2024 collected 236 million yuan ($33.4 million)equivalent in bribes. The court further heard that the bribes were recei ved from individuals and departments for project approvals. The court slammed life ban on Gou…
Nigeria vs Egypt friendly game now fixed for 16 December The decision by world football-governing body, FIFA that Clubs can hold on to their players until Monday, 15 December 2025 before they are released for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has necessitated the postponement of the pre-AFCON friendly between Nigeria and Egypt. Seven-time winners Egypt and three-time winners Nigeria were scheduled to clash in a tune-up game in Cairo on Sunday, 14 December, in line with an earlier regulation that ruled that players be released earlier. The game has now been moved to Tuesday, 16 December as a result…
Celebrating sahel sports news and its role in promoting sports promotion and development By : Ahmad Muhammad Sani Gwarzo, Anipr. Sahelsportnews continues to stand as one of the most vibrant and youth-focused sports information platforms in the country, providing timely updates and insightful coverage that inspires young athletes across Nigeria and beyond. Under the dynamic leadership of Abdulgafar Olademeji, the organization has consistently demonstrated professionalism, accuracy, and passion for sports journalism. The platform remains committed to giving young talents a voice and showcasing their abilities to a global audience. In every report, Sahelsportnews emphasizes the importance of discipline, resilience, and…
BLACK STARS OF GHANA — STAINED STARS THAT NEVER DIE By Kasali D. Obanoyen. Something just pinched me to start this series with the Black Stars of Ghana – a team that can spring surprises and dash hopes . Let us dig in. The Black Stars of Ghana remain one of world football’s great paradoxes: a team capable of brilliance, heartbreak, defiance, and rebirth—often in the same qualifying cycle. Stained by near-misses yet burnished by history, they are stars that never truly die. As the world marches toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup, spread across three footballing giants—the United States,…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentines are the favorites – Algerian coach By Abdulgafar Oladimeji The head coach of the Fennec Foxes of Algeria, Vladimir Petkovic has described Argentina as favorites , when the FIFA world cup2026 finally kicks off next summer in US, Canada and Mexico. The north African are drawn in group J alongside Argentina, Jordan and Austria. Reacting to the final draw in Washington, he said “A very interesting group. A group made up of three teams that will have to play for second place. “Argentina will be a favourite. It will certainly be very interesting. I think…
