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Soccer star Victor Osimhen successfully underwent surgery for a fractured arm and could return to the field in just weeks. The Nigerian striker's quick recovery timeline has fans celebrating across Turkey and Africa.
Nigerian basketball legend Sarah Ogoke has retired at 36 after becoming the only player in history to win five consecutive AfroBasket championships. The podiatric surgeon and mother balanced elite sports with medicine while helping establish Nigeria as Africa's basketball powerhouse.
Nigeria's five-time champion D'Tigress basketball team announced their 12-player roster for the FIBA World Cup qualifiers in France this March. The squad features 11 players from their historic fifth consecutive AfroBasket championship win.
Team Edo just ended a 24-year wait for sporting glory by dominating the Niger Delta Games with 111 medals on home soil. Over 3,000 athletes from nine states competed in what organizers called a platform for discovering the region's next Olympians.
Nigerian sprinter Ejiro Peters shattered her personal record while winning gold at the Niger Delta Games, clocking 11.58 seconds in the women's 100m final. The Delta State athlete says this breakthrough moment is just the beginning of her athletic journey.
Over 1,000 Rotary Club members across Lagos competed in 14 sports at Rosfest '26, proving that friendly competition can strengthen community bonds. The annual festival helps busy volunteers prioritize their own health while building unity.
World number two Eniola Bolaji is leading Nigeria's three-athlete team to the Para-Badminton World Championships, fresh off a commanding gold medal win in Egypt. The Paralympic bronze medallist and her teammates are riding high after intensive training and strong government backing.
Nigerian athletes brought home 373 medals across all sports in 2025, their best year ever. Now President Tinubu is overhauling how the country funds sports to keep the wins coming.
Africa's biggest road race is rewarding runners at every level with life-changing prize money. The Lagos City Marathon has announced substantial cash rewards from elite marathoners to 10km participants.
Nigerian football heroes Kanu Nwankwo, Jay Jay Okocha, and Finidi George are reuniting with African legends for a special match celebrating continental unity. The March 28 game aims to inspire young Africans while promoting grassroots empowerment.
Nigeria's Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has earned World Athletics Gold Label status, cementing its place among Africa's most prestigious races. This year's edition features a brand new route through the city's coastal landmarks.
Hundreds of athletes across Nigeria's Akwa Ibom state competed for spots on their regional team, showcasing raw talent that has government officials celebrating grassroots sports development. High school students dreaming of professional careers got their chance to shine in boxing, basketball, volleyball, and handball.
Nigeria's Niger Delta Development Commission wants to transform a regional sports competition into a training ground for future Olympians. The Games could become a legacy project discovering world-class athletes from nine Nigerian states.
Africa's biggest road race is getting a stunning makeover for its 11th year. The Lagos City Marathon will now showcase Nigeria's ambitious coastal infrastructure project to a global audience.
Nigeria's Ondo State is assembling its strongest team yet for the upcoming Niger Delta Games, with coaches charged to select only top performers. The move shows a serious commitment to excellence after learning from their first competition.
World No. 2 para badminton player Eniola Bolaji dominated the 2026 Egypt International Championship, defeating Turkey's world No. 7 in the final without dropping a single set. The Nigerian Paralympic bronze medalist swept through five matches in Cairo, proving once again why she's Africa's top player.