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  1. Cyclist Ese Ukpeseraye Slams Abuja Velodrome’s Use for Religious Events Over Athlete Training Needs

    Nigeria Cyclist Ese Ukpeseraye Slams Abuja Velodrome’s Use for Religious Events Over Athlete Training Needs

    Nigerian cyclist Ese Ukpeseraye criticized the underutilization of Abuja's premier velodrome, which is often rented out for religious events. She warns that this mismanagement limits training opportunities for athletes and threatens the future of cycling in Nigeria. Nigerian cyclist Ese...
  2. Paris 2024 Olympics: How Five Nigerian-Born Athletes Secured Medals for Other Countries

    Nigeria Paris 2024 Olympics: How Five Nigerian-Born Athletes Secured Medals for Other Countries

    Nigerian-born athletes made significant impacts at the Paris 2024 Olympics, earning medals while representing other countries. Highlights include Yemisi Ogunleye's shot put gold for Germany, Annette Echikunwoke's hammer throw silver for the U.S., and Samu Omorodion's football gold for Spain...
  3. D’Tigress Coach Rene Wakama Named FIBA Best Women’s Coach Following Olympic Success"

    Nigeria D’Tigress Coach Rene Wakama Named FIBA Best Women’s Coach Following Olympic Success"

    Rene Wakama, head coach of Nigeria's D’Tigress, has been named FIBA Best Women’s Basketball Coach of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her leadership led Nigeria to a historic quarter-final finish, marking the first African team to reach the final eight in Olympic basketball. Wakama's achievement...
  4. Disappointment for Tobi Amusan: Misses Automatic 100m Hurdles Final Spot

    Nigeria Disappointment for Tobi Amusan: Misses Automatic 100m Hurdles Final Spot

    Tobi Amusan finished third in her 100m hurdles semi-final at the Paris Olympics, missing automatic qualification. Clocking 12.55 seconds, she now waits to see if she advances as one of the best losers. Nigerian hurdler Tobi Amusan's quest for an Olympic final spot faced a setback on August 9...
  5. Botswana Declares Half-Day Holiday to Honor Letsile Tebogo's Historic Olympic Gold

    Nigeria Botswana Declares Half-Day Holiday to Honor Letsile Tebogo's Historic Olympic Gold

    Botswana declares half-day holiday after Letsile Tebogo wins country's first Olympic gold in 200m sprint at Paris 2024. President Masisi celebrates historic achievement, praising Tebogo's tribute to his late mother. The victory marks a milestone for Botswana and African athletics, with Tebogo...
  6. Waldrum Eyes Continued Super Falcons Role Despite Olympic Disappointment

    Nigeria Waldrum Eyes Continued Super Falcons Role Despite Olympic Disappointment

    Randy Waldrum, head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, hopes to continue leading the team despite a poor showing at the 2024 Paris Olympics. While expressing optimism for the future with fresh talent, Waldrum's fate hinges on the Nigerian Football Federation's decision regarding his tenure Randy...
  7. Nigeria's Absence from Paris 2024 Medal Table Draws Mockery from Africa

    Nigeria Nigeria's Absence from Paris 2024 Medal Table Draws Mockery from Africa

    Nigeria faces criticism from fellow African nations after failing to secure a medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. While countries like Kenya, South Africa, and Uganda have celebrated podium finishes, Nigeria's absence from the medal table has sparked mockery and disappointment among fans and...
  8. Disappointment for Nigeria as 4x100m Relay Teams Miss Paris 2024 Finals

    Nigeria Disappointment for Nigeria as 4x100m Relay Teams Miss Paris 2024 Finals

    Nigeria's 4x100m relay teams were unable to qualify for the finals at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The men’s team, consisting of Favour Ashe, Kanyinsola Ajayi, Alaba Akintola, and Usheoritse Itsekiri, finished 7th in their heat, while the women’s team placed 6th. Edose Ibadin also missed out in the...
  9. Paris 2024: Team Nigeria's Key Matches on Day 12 – Tobi Amusan and D’Tigress in Action

    Nigeria Paris 2024: Team Nigeria's Key Matches on Day 12 – Tobi Amusan and D’Tigress in Action

    Team Nigeria is set for Day 12 of the Paris 2024 Olympics, featuring key events including Tobi Amusan in the 100m hurdles and D’Tigress facing the USA in basketball. Semifinals for Ezekiel Nathaniel, Udodi Onwuzurike, and Ella Onojuvwevwo are also scheduled. Exciting matches across athletics...
  10. Nigerian Sprinter Favour Ofili Reflects on 200m Final Loss at Paris 2024

    Nigeria Nigerian Sprinter Favour Ofili Reflects on 200m Final Loss at Paris 2024

    Favour Ofili finished sixth in the Women’s 200m final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, narrowly missing a medal. Despite her strong performances in the heats, she was just 0.04 seconds behind bronze. Ofili expressed her disappointment and optimism for the 4x100m relay event. Favour Ofili, a...
  11. Olympics 2024: Tobi Amusan Progresses to 100m Hurdles Semi-Finals, Fans Celebrate

    Nigeria Olympics 2024: Tobi Amusan Progresses to 100m Hurdles Semi-Finals, Fans Celebrate

    World record holder Tobi Amusan qualifies for the 100m hurdles semi-finals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, finishing with an impressive time of 12.49 seconds. Alaysha Johnson of the USA and Janeek Brown of Jamaica took second and third places. Amusan's performance sparks pride and excitement among...
  12. [VIDEO] Nigerian Sprinter Favour Ofili Breaks Down in Tears Post 200m Final

    Nigeria [VIDEO] Nigerian Sprinter Favour Ofili Breaks Down in Tears Post 200m Final

    Nigerian athlete Favour Ofili finished sixth in the 200 meters final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, prompting an emotional response. Despite her strong performance in the qualifiers, she was unable to secure a medal. Social media reactions were mixed, praising her effort but criticizing Nigeria's...
  13. Paris 2024: Ese Brume Advances to Long Jump Final After Stunning Final Attempt

    Nigeria Paris 2024: Ese Brume Advances to Long Jump Final After Stunning Final Attempt

    Nigerian athlete Ese Brume has advanced to the women's long jump final at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a stellar 6.76m leap. Her impressive final jump secured her spot after initially ranking 9th, generating widespread excitement and support from fans and sports commentators. Ese Brume has made...
  14. Team Nigeria's Olympic Journey: Oborodudu's Bronze Battle, Ofili's 200m Triumph

    Nigeria Team Nigeria's Olympic Journey: Oborodudu's Bronze Battle, Ofili's 200m Triumph

    Blessing Oborodudu and Favour Ofili deliver mixed results at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Oborodudu fights for bronze in wrestling, while Ofili aims for gold in the women’s 200 meters. Other Nigerian athletes continue to compete in various events. Team Nigeria experienced a day of highs and lows at...
  15. Speaker Tajudeen Rallies D’Tigress Ahead of Paris 2024 Quarter-Finals

    Nigeria Speaker Tajudeen Rallies D’Tigress Ahead of Paris 2024 Quarter-Finals

    Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen encourages D’Tigress to stay focused and determined as they compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics, following their historic victory over Canada. Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has called on Nigeria’s...
  16. Paris 2024 Olympics: Nigeria’s D'Tigress Shock Canada, Book Quarterfinal Place

    Nigeria Paris 2024 Olympics: Nigeria’s D'Tigress Shock Canada, Book Quarterfinal Place

    Nigerian women’s basketball team, D'Tigress, made history by reaching the quarterfinals of the Paris 2024 Olympics with a 79-70 win over Canada. This is their first-ever quarterfinal appearance, marking a significant milestone for Nigerian basketball. The Nigerian women's basketball team...
  17. Paris Olympics 2024: Visa Issues, Missed Training Hindered Super Falcons, Says Coach Waldrum

    Nigeria Paris Olympics 2024: Visa Issues, Missed Training Hindered Super Falcons, Says Coach Waldrum

    Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum blames Nigeria’s early exit from the Paris 2024 Olympics on inadequate preparation, citing missed training time and visa issues. The team was eliminated in the group stage after defeats by Japan, Brazil, and Spain, highlighting ongoing logistical challenges in...
  18. IOC Defends Khelif as Carini Withdraws and Apologizes in Olympic Bout

    Europe IOC Defends Khelif as Carini Withdraws and Apologizes in Olympic Bout

    Italian boxer Angela Carini withdrew from her Olympic fight against Algeria's Imane Khelif, sparking controversy. Khelif's participation, defended by the IOC, follows her disqualification from last year’s championships. Carini expressed regret for not shaking hands, emphasizing respect and the...
  19. Paris 2024: Chukwuma Sprints to Women’s 100m Semifinals for Nigeria

    Nigeria Paris 2024: Chukwuma Sprints to Women’s 100m Semifinals for Nigeria

    Rosemary Chukwuma from Team Nigeria qualifies for the Women’s 100m semifinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She secured third place in her preliminary round with a time of 11.26 seconds. The semifinals are scheduled for Saturday at 6:30 pm, where she aims to reach the finals. Rosemary Chukwuma of...
  20. Paris 2024 Controversy: Boxer Imane Khelif's Win Raises Gender Eligibility Questions

    Europe Paris 2024 Controversy: Boxer Imane Khelif's Win Raises Gender Eligibility Questions

    Algerian boxer Imane Khelif sparked controversy at Paris 2024 when her opponent, Angela Carini, withdrew after 46 seconds. The withdrawal reignites debates on athletes with Differences in Sexual Development (DSD) and gender eligibility in sports. Khelif's eligibility, previously questioned at...
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