New NPFL season to kick-off August 31 with referees to use gadgets to aid officiating
The Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Gbenga Elegbeleye, has said referees in the Nigerian topflight will begin to use gadgets to aid their officiating next season as part of efforts by the league board to improve the NPFL. Having announced August 31 for the resumption of the 2024/25 season, Elegbeleye said the NPFL board was […]
West Africa Defense chiefs propose deployment of 5000-standby force to fight insecurity
Defense chiefs of West Africa are proposing a plan to deploy a 5,000-strong âstandby forceâ to fight the regionâs worsening security crises. The plan, which will cost $2.6 billion annually, was proposed to heads of state at a meeting of defense officials today in Nigeria’s capital of Abuja. It also aims to prevent further coups following a […]
Young John Announces North American âJiggy Foreverâ Tour
Afro-pop star, Young Jonn, is set to kick-off his headline North American Jiggy Forever Tour, on September 6 in Montreal. The tour is off the back of the release of his debut LP ‘Jiggy Forever’, and he is pumped to thrill fans with a collection of his hit singles. Kicking off on September 6, the 10-date tour will see Young […]
NFF denies talks with Herve Renardover Super Eagles coaching job
Nigeria Football Federation has denied it held talks with French tactician, Herve Renard, for the vacant Super Eagles coaching job. The dismissal comes after reports emerged that the Federation was in contact with Renard to lead the Super Eagles. The NFF are in the hunt for a new head coach for the Super Eagles following […]
Wizkid Hints at Collaborations with Nigerian Artists for Upcoming Album “Morayo”
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Wizkid has revealed plans to collaborate with fellow Nigerian artists on his highly anticipated sixth album, titled “Morayo.” The album is a heartfelt tribute to his late mother. During an interactive session with fans on X (formerly known as Twitter) today, Wizkid shared that he has been in the studio with several prominent […]
Nigeriaâs U-17 Women team faces tough draw in World Cup Group A
Nigeriaâs womenâs U-17 national team, the Flamingos, have been drawn in Group A for the 2024 FIFA U-17 Womenâs World Cup. The Flamingos will face the host nation Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and New Zealand in Group A. This will mark the third time in recent that a Nigerian team will be grouped with the hosts haven […]
Rangers Crowned 2023/24 NPFL Champions
Rangers International Football Club of Enugu, have been crowned champions of the Nigerian Premier Football League 2023/2024 season. The flying antelopes emerged champions with a 2-1 victory over Gombe United at the Zaria road stadium in Jos to clinch its 8th league title amazing 70 points from 38 matches played during the concluded league season. […]
Rema wins double at 2024 ASCAP London Music Awards
Afrobeats sensation Rema has added to his impressive accolades by winning multiple awards at the 2024 ASCAP London Music Awards for his hit song “Calm Down.” The song clinched both the Song of the Year and Top Streaming Song awards. Rema’s success is shared with his co-writers and co-producers, Michael Hunter (London) and Andre Vibez, […]
NFF to Inaugurate Futsal and Beach Soccer Committees today
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, is set to inaugurate the Federationâs Futsal and Beach Soccer Sub-Committee on Thursday at the NFF Secretariat in Abuja. This newly formed committee will be chaired by Otuekong Nse Essien, with Alhaji Ahmed Yusuf (Fresh), the Chairman of Chairmen of Nigeria Football, serving as the […]
Yemi Alade to Release New Single “TOMORROW” Featuring Nollywood Star Kate Henshaw
In an exciting announcement that has thrilled fans worldwide, Nigerian Afropop sensation Yemi Alade is set to release her new single titled “TOMORROW” today. The artist, known fondly as Mama Africa, shared the news with her followers on Instagram, where she posted a vibrant video featuring the renowned Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw. The Instagram video has […]
