Nigeria’s National Institute For Sports Goes South east As part of the decentralization of the National Institute for Sports across the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria, the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS) Comrade Philip Shaibu has further decentralized the activities of the sports think tank by approving the establishment of an NIS centre in South east Nigeria. The NIS honcho last Friday visited the Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah along with the members of the institute’s management team , noting that he is on a working visit to Enugu State, He…
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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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Nigeria’s maiden professional sports law course flags off The maiden edition of the professional certificate in sports law organized by Sports Without Borders Development Association, SWIBODA has flagged off. The certificate course is organized by SWIBODA in collaboration with the Corporate and Business law school. Our correspondent gathered that the course is a three weeks hybrid executive programme , which modules includes, CAS, IAC , sports governing bodies, WADA, players contract and scouting regulations. The course flagged off on November 5th, 2025 our sources revealed . Participants taking parts in the course are seasoned and veteran sports journalists, private and…
KACCIMA , PIN, Pop Cola, CIHRM bags SWAN diamond national honour’s for sports development Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN has conferred its diamond national honour’s on corporate and non governmental organizations that have contributed to national sports development in Nigeria . The award bestowed on the awardees is part of the activities marking 60 years , since the existence of the umbrella body of Nigerian sports journalists fraternity. Our correspondent reports that , the award beneficiaries are, Kano Chamber of Commerce Industries, Mines and Agriculture, KACCIMA, Peace Initiative Network, PIN, Pop Cola beverage company and the Chartered Institute of…
SOUTH AFRICAN REFEREES AND THE SUPER EAGLES: A CASE FOR CAUTION AND FAIRNESS When rivalry meets responsibility — why FIFA must tread carefully in appointing officials for Nigeria’s decisive qualifier. ⸻ Ordinarily, there should be no hue and cry over South African referees handling a match involving the Super Eagles of Nigeria. After all, football officiating is meant to rise above national sentiments. But context matters — and so does perception. In recent years, the rivalry between Nigeria and South Africa has grown beyond the pitch. From continental tournaments to World Cup qualifiers, every fixture between both nations carries political…
OPINION:: SUNSHINE STARS FC: A CLARION CALL FOR URGENT ACTION AND ACCOUNTABILITY By Kasali Obanoyen We are deeply worried and seriously concerned about the management of Sunshine Stars FC continued refusal to comply with the directive issued almost a month ago by the NFF Players Status and Arbitration Committee regarding the settlement of outstanding debts owed to players, coaches, and administrators. It’s heartbreaking that our beloved club may be unable to register new players for the new season, which already kicked off this weekend across the country. The implication of this negligence is that our team could be forced to…
2026 FIFA World Cup Playoffs: Nigeria unleash Ekong, Osimhen, Moses, 21 others against Gabon Captain William Ekong, ace forward Victor Osimhen, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, and defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey have been included in Nigeria’s 24-man list for next week’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-off Tournament in Rabat, Morocco. Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has also included 89-cap midfielder Alex Iwobi, exciting young defender Benjamin Fredericks, midfielders Frank Onyeka and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Samuel Chukwueze and Ademola Lookman. Nigeria will take on Gabon in the first semi-final scheduled for the 22,000 – capacity Complexe Sportif Prince Heritier Moulay…
Pakistan set to establish new professional football league, calls for partners Pakistan Football Federation, PFF has unveiled plans to establish a new football league for the Asian nation. The federation as part of plans to set up the new league has called for partnership from all critical major industry players to come forward . The PFF said it is seeking for intending partners . The federation has asked potential partners to send their expression of interest to work with the federation to its secretariat for consideration. The federation said the move is to set up a league that would be…
Just In: South African Officials Appointed To Handle Nigeria vs Gabon African FIFA 2026 World Cup Playoff in Morocco By Abdulgafar Oladimeji The 2026 FIFA World Cup crucial playoff between Nigeria and Gabon would be officiated by South African officiating officials, impeccable sources have revealed. The source disclosed that FIFA has announced that Tom Abongile will take charge at the centre, while Zakhele Siwelawould serve as assistant referee, and Akhona Makalima as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), Hughes Alain Ndjovijoins from Benin republic joins the rank as the referee assessor for the make or mar game. The Super Eagles of…
Adamawa: Gov Fintiri receives SWAN diamond jubilee award By Abdulgafar Oladimeji The governor of Adamawa state in north east Nigeria, Mr Ahamadu Umar Finitri has received ,the prestigious Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN . The association said the award was handed to Fintiri for his outstanding contribution to the development of sports in Adamawa state. Reacting to the honour bestowed on him by Nigerian sports writers, Finitri said “ I m delighted to receive this award today, it shows that, what we are doing as a government is well appreciated not only in the state but by an Association…
Real Madrid plans Vinicius Junior’s move to Saudi Arabia Real Madrid may opt to sell Vinicius Junior this summer. According to Bild. The 25-year-old’s contract would expire at the end of next season. Sources revealed that there is no breakthrough in talks over a new deal. It is disclosed that the Brazilian has interest from Saudi Arabia. Thera re also interest from Premier League clubs.
