Anambra FA Boss Iloenyosi Dismisses Criticism, Highlights Landmark Achievements
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso Chairman of the Anambra State Football Association (ANSFA), Chikelue Iloenyosi has waved aside recent criticisms from banned football stakeholder Iyke Igbokwe describing them as “baseless distractions” that cannot derail the remarkable progress achieved in Anambra football over the last three years. Iloenyosi, a former Super Eagles defender, made the remarks during the […]
House Committee on Sports Applauds D’Tigress for Historic Fifth Consecutive Afrobasket Title
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has extended its heartfelt congratulations to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for their remarkable triumph at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship in Côte d’Ivoire. D’Tigress clinched their seventh continental title and an unprecedented fifth straight championship, defeating Mali 78–64 in a fiercely contested final […]
Abuja All Stars Invitational: Lugbe Stuns All Stars International as Quarterfinal Lineup Takes Shape
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso For the second year running, All Stars International have bowed out in dramatic fashion at the ongoing Abuja All Stars International Invitational Tournament, crashing out to Lugbe All Stars in a nail-biting round of 16 clash. Boasting a star-studded lineup featuring ex-internationals like Taiwo Enegwa, Patrick Paschal, and National Sports Commission Chairman […]
All Stars International Congratulates CG Adeniyi on Tenure Extension
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso All Stars International has extended warm congratulations to the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, on the extension of his tenure by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Adeniyi, a respected member and staunch supporter of the club, has played a pivotal role in promoting its activities, including the ongoing 2025 All Stars International […]
NPFL AGM: Garba Lawal Urges Resilience, Tactical Discipline As New Season Approaches
B:y Arinzechi Chukwunonso As the countdown to the new Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season begins, former Super Eagles star and Olympic gold medalist, Garba Lawal, has delivered a bold and thoughtful assessment of the state of Nigerian football. Speaking during the NPFL Annual General Meeting (AGM), Lawal touched on issues ranging from player development […]
Round of 16 Promises Fireworks at Abuja Veterans Tournament
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The stage is set, the contenders have emerged, and the battle lines are drawn—“jungle don mature,” as they say in Naija. The Round of 16 at the Abuja Veterans Tournament is upon us, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. It’s now a survival of the fittest: elemi lo ma last. Karu All […]
Anambra FA Unveils Strategic Roadmap for 2025 Football Season
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Anambra State Football Association (ANSFA) has officially unveiled a strategic and restructured blueprint for the 2025 Anambra State Football League, underscoring a renewed commitment to grassroots football development across the state. In a statement issued by ANSFA Secretary, Ralph Nweke, the Association confirmed that preparations are already in advanced stages for […]
Anambra To Host Round 2 of 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) has announced a change of venue for the second round of the 2025 season. Initially scheduled to take place in Kaduna State, the round will now be hosted in Anambra State from the third week of August, coinciding with the popular Yam Festival. The rescheduling and […]
Super Falcons Coach Justine Madugu Gets Over $100,000 Bonus
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Head Coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, Justine Madugu, has received an enhanced financial reward from the Federal Government following the team’s historic victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Madugu, who led the Falcons to a 3-2 comeback win against Morocco in Rabat, will now get over $100,000—the same […]
Governor Otti Pledges Major Sports Infrastructure Upgrade in Abia
By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso Governor Alex Otti has revealed plans to upgrade the Umuahia Township Stadium as part of efforts to strengthen sports infrastructure in Abia and support Abia Warriors Football Club ahead of their participation in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup. The announcement was made during a meeting with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) delegation […]