Tinubu’s army expansion marks turning point in national security – Buratai
Abuja: Former Chief of Army Staff, retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has described President Bola Tinubu’s approval of the expansion of the Nigerian Army as a turning point in Nigeria’s national…
Nigeria must invest in drones, cyber warfare, missile defence – Buratai
Abuja: Former Chief of Army Staff, retired Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has called for greater investment in drones, cyber warfare, missile defence and other emerging technologies to prepare the Nigerian Army…
Recapitalisation deadline: 70% insurers meet requirements – NIA Chairman
Abuja: The Chairman of the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) Mrs Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, says over 70 per cent insurance companies have completed the verification exercise ahead of the July 31st recapitalisation…
2026 Commonwealth championships to boost fencing development in Nigeria — NFF President
President of the Nigeria Fencing Federation (NFF) Adeyinka Samuel, says hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Federation Championships will inspire greater participation and accelerate the development of the sports across the…
Joshua dedicates comeback victory to late coaches, eyes Fury showdown
Nigerian-British born heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has dedicated his victory over Kristian Prenga to his late friends and trainers, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, after overcoming knockdowns to secure…
Joshua dismisses concerns over punch resistance after comeback victory
Nigerian-British born heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua, has dismissed concerns about his punch resistance after recovering from two first-round knockdowns to defeat Kristian Prenga in a heavyweight bout. Joshua, a two-time…
Junior Female YellowGreens intensify preparations as open camp enters final selection phase
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) has stepped up preparations for the Junior Female YellowGreens’ campaign at the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division 1 Qualifier in Tanzania. The…
Super Falcons showcase Nigerian traditional attire in WAFCON photoshoot
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been commended by Nigerians, mostly football fans, after they appeared in coordinated traditional attire for their official 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) photoshoot. The…
Commonwealth Games: Nigeria para powerlifters set world records
Nigeria’s Folashade Oluwafemiayo and Rita Ferdinand set new world records on Friday as Team Nigeria made an impressive Commonwealth Games start in Glasgow, Scotland. Oluwafemiayo lifted 175kg on her third…
Super Falcons begin WAFCON title defence against Malawi on Sunday
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will begin their campaign at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) against Malawi on Sunday in Morocco as they seek a record-extending 11th continental title.…