Category: Nigeria
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George Ilenikhena: A diamond from Lagos
Born on August 16, 2006 in Lagos, George Ilenikhena is making a name for himself in Belgium. The young teenager, who grew up in France where he arrived at the age of 3, is currently Antwerp’s luxury joker. George Ilenikhena couldn’t find the back of the net on Sunday. After coming on as a substitute…
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Athletics – Nigeria: Divine Oduduru gets six years for doping
A multiple medallist at the All-Africa Games, African Senior Championships and World Junior Championships, Divine Oduduru won’t be seeing a medal anytime soon. The Nigerian has been suspended for six years for doping. The decision has fallen for Divine Oduduru. The Nigerian sprinter has received a 6-year suspension for doping. The Athletics Integrity Unit made…
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Football – Gift Orban: The slump after a breathtaking last season
Nigerian striker Gift Orban’s stats were outstanding in the 2nd half of the 2022-2023 Jupiler League season. But also the Europa League Conference, with an average of almost one goal per game in all competitions. Courted by a number of teams, the player finally stayed with La Gantoise. However, he has had a difficult start…
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Ndidi explains how he is blossoming in his new role at Leicester
Wilfried Ndidi is a benchmark defensive midfielder. In recent seasons with Premier League side Leicester, he has been one of the best in the business. Together with Ngolo Kanté, he dominated the recovery statistics. He discovered a new role under Maresca with great success. Wilfried Ndidi is having great success in his new role as…
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Diamond League: Ese Brume congratulated by the Nigerian authorities
Ese BrumeEse Brume receives a supportive massage from the Nigerian authorities after his 2nd place overall in the Diamond League long jump. Nigerian athlete Ese Brume came close to winning her first Diamond League title after jumping 6.85m, as did Ivana Vuketa, who eventually took gold. The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh,…
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Trabzonspor: Paul Onuachu to forget his English adventure
On loan to Trabzonspor from Southampton, Paul Onuachu scored his first goal for his new club on Sunday September 17, 2023. The Nigerian striker is coming off the back of a disastrous experience in England, and intends to relaunch his career in Turkey this season. Paul Onuachu, Trabzonspor’s new striker Paul Onuachu has joined Trabzonspor…
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Leverkusen: Victor Boniface came saw and is conquering
Victor Boniface, who arrived this summer from Belgium’s Union Saint-Gilloise, is already making Bayer Leverkusen happy. After 4 matchdays in the Bundesliga, the Nigerian striker already has 4 goals and 2 assists to his name. Not to mention his impact on the front line for Xabi Alonso’s team, currently top of the Bundesliga. Victor Boniface…
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PSG vs Nice: Terem Moffi the Super Eagle at the Parc
Nice beat Paris Saint-Germain 3-2 to open Ligue 1 Matchday 5 on Friday, thanks to a brace from striker Terem Moffi. The Nigerian international, who also scored an assist, gave the Parisian defense a hard time with a fine performance. Terem Moffi celebrates his brace at the Parc des Princes. With a brace, an assist…
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Women’s World Cup 2023 – Nigeria: Prize money paid to players
The Women’s World Cup isn’t over yet, but Nigeria has already received its participation bonus. An “anomaly” that delights the players. One of them opened up about it. Has Nigeria finally put an end to its bonus problems? Accustomed to chasing their dues more than the ball, the players were pleasantly surprised after their elimination…