The 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards took centre stage on Monday night, honouring the brightest stars and most exceptional talents in African football. This prestigious ceremony, hosted in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Marrakesh, Morocco, brought together football icons and enthusiasts from across the continent to celebrate outstanding achievements throughout the … Read more
William Troost-Ekong has expressed his support for compatriot Ademola Lookman to claim the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award. Lookman is one of five players shortlisted for the prestigious honour, following an impressive season for both club and country. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman and Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie are leading Nigeria’s bid for honours at this year’s CAF Awards, having made the final shortlist in their respective categories. The awards will be presented on Monday in Marrakesh, Morocco. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has named a 20-player squad for Nigeria’s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, ahead of the WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup, which kicks off on Thursday. Among the selected players are FIFA World Cup scorers Shakirat Moshood and Harmony Chidi. Also included in the squad are goalkeeper Christiana Uzoma, defenders Taiwo Adegoke and … Read more
As the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) considers hiring a foreign coach for the Super Eagles, former national team coach Samson Siasia has argued that the country does not need a foreigner at the helm. Siasia, who previously managed Nigeria’s U-20 and U-23 teams, also urged his former teammate, Austine Eguavoen, to officially step down as … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have fallen eight places in the latest FIFA men’s world rankings, dropping from 36th to 44th globally. The rankings, published on FIFA’s website on Thursday, also show the Super Eagles slipping from fourth to fifth in Africa. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To … Read more
Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen have extended their congratulations to Victor Boniface and the Super Eagles following their qualification for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Super Eagles had already secured their place in the tournament even before their match against Benin Republic, as Libya’s 1-0 win over Rwanda in Kigali confirmed their qualification. … Read more
Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured their place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after Rwanda fell 1-0 to Libya on Thursday. The deciding goal was netted by Fahd Saad Mohamed in the 84th minute at Kigali’s Amahoro Stadium, quieting the home crowd and confirming Nigeria’s AFCON berth. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
Edo Queens were held to a goalless draw by Egypt’s FC Masar on Wednesday in their second Group B match at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League in Morocco, leaving their semifinal hopes hanging by a thread. The Nigerian and West African champions remain at the top of the group with four points, level with … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Sunshine Stars have achieved a remarkable feat in the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League season, securing back-to-back home victories for the first time. Their latest triumph came in the form of a 3-1 win over Plateau United during a match-day 24 encounter in Akure on Saturday. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins … Read more
Nigeria Football was once more put into a state of mourning yesterday as the saddening news of the demise of frontline women football administrator, Henrietta Ukaigwe. The highly vexed Imo State-born sports Journalist was one of the zealous and sensational reporters who groomed and nurtured the female football placing it at the centre of the … Read more