Two-time world champion Anthony Joshua knocked out mixed martial arts star Francis Ngannou in just the second round of their widely-hyped heavyweight clash on Saturday, with his promoter quickly declaring him the division’s “number one” fighter. Joshua had his Cameroonian opponent on the canvas in the first round and twice …
Read More »NDLEA, NPFL partner on drug test for footballers
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) have agreed to partner on the conduct of drug tests for footballers in the country as part of efforts to curb the menace of substance abuse in Nigeria. This was according to a statement by the …
Read More »Why we introduced U-17 youth league – Elegbeleye
Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), has said that the newly introduced Under 17 Youth League would help the country to select and prepare players for international tournaments. Elegbeleye said this on Saturday while speaking to newsmen in Benin City, the Edo State capital, during the …
Read More »BREAKING: Jose Peseiro bows out as Super Eagles coach
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has officially sent a resignation message to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the Super Eagles following the expiration of his contract. The Portuguese tactician took charge of the team two years ago and led the Super Eagles to the finals of the just …
Read More »NPFL Staff Shower Praises on Otunba Elegbeleye For Enhanced Package
It has been praise galore for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Board from the workforce over the implementation of a new and enhanced salary scheme. It will be recalled that in October 2023, the Chairman of the NPFL Board, Otunba (Hon) Gbenga Elegbeleye had promised an upward review of …
Read More »Kansas City Super Bowl Parade Shooting Result Of ‘Dispute’
The shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory rally that left one person dead and 22 injured, including several children, was a personal altercation and two juveniles were among those detained, police said Thursday. Up to a million jubilant fans had gathered in unseasonably warm weather for the …
Read More »Orji Kalu, Ogba, Elegbeleye, Runsewe Top Sportsville Special Recognition Awards Nominees
…As awards hold March 1st Former Governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, and current Chairman of the Nigeria Professional League Board, Otunba (Hon) Gbenga Elegbeleye are top on the list of those nominated for different awards categories by the organisers of the annual Sportsville Special Recognition Awards. Former …
Read More »Breaking: President Tinubu Honours Super Eagles With MON Merit
President Bola Tinubu has awarded the Super Eagles team the Member of the Order of the Niger(MON) national honour for their impressive display at the just concluded AFCON 2023 tournament held in Ivory Coast. They were also given one flat each and a plot of land in the FCT Nigeria …
Read More »BREAKING: Upbeat As President Tinubu Receives Super Eagles At The Villa
President Bola Tinubu is currently receiving the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Council Chambers of the State House in Abuja. The reception is following their tenacious performance in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. All the team members and officials were in …
Read More »AFCON 2023: ‘Let This Passing Event Not Dispirit Us,’ Tinubu Hails Super Eagles
President Bola Tinubu has hailed the Super Eagles for their tenacious performance in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire. Nigeria surrendered a first-half lead against the hosts, losing 1-2 on Sunday night. But after the game, Tinubu in a statement by his Special …
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