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Sporting Lagos edge Ranchers Bees in NNL Super Four Opener: Sporting Lagos kicked off their 2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Four campaign on a winning note, edging Ranchers Bees of Kaduna 1-0 in a tightly contested opener at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. The Lagos-based side wasted no time asserting themselves, showing clear attacking intent from the blast of the whistle. Their early pressure nearly paid off in the 17th minute when Seun Akanji carved out the first real chance of the game, but his effort was smartly denied by the Ranchers Bees goalkeeper. Sporting Lagos continued to probe for an opener, with Aliyu Baba also displaying moments of attacking promise. However, despite their dominance in possession and territory, they struggled to find the cutting edge needed to break down a resolute Ranchers Bees defence. The breakthrough eventually arrived five minutes before halftime. A well-worked move down the flank saw Shola Oladunjoye combine with Seun Akanji who delivere...

NNL Super 4: "Noisy" Sporting Lagos Go Against Ranchers In Opener: Tayo Ogunseye  Sporting Lagos vs. Ranchers You blink, you miss. That the scenario expected to play out in the Super 4 opening fixture  between flamboyant Sporting Lagos and season sensation Ranchers at the Remo Stars main Stadium Ikenne on Monday May 4. The Conference B winners Sporting Lagos are enjoying an abundance in confidence after grinding out critical results on their road to promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Top-striker Aliyu Baba who finished the regular season with seven goals and 11 assists is surely required by the "Noisy Lagosians" as fuel to give them something to shout about when they confront the "The Pride of Kaduna" on Monday. Baba 'Father' as his name implies would give the direction of the attacks with partner Alex Leme and ever-enterprising Shola Oladunjoye whose flair and guile have delivered when inspiration is required. "Our plan ...

Sports Heavyweights Storm Ikenne for NNL Super Four Kickoff: _Sunday Dare, Ibrahim Gusau to Grace Opening Ceremony as NNL Title Decider Kicks Off_ Nigerian football’s biggest names are set to light up Ikenne-Remo as the 2026 Nigeria National League Super Four kicks off Monday. Former Youth and Sports Minister, Chief Sunday Dare, and NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, will attend the opening ceremony at Remo Stars Stadium, reflecting the tournament’s status on the national stage. The stakes are clear: Ranchers Bees, Inter Lagos, Sporting Lagos, and Doma United have already clinched promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League after topping their NNL groups. From May 4–8, they battle for one final honour — the 2025/2026 NNL crown. The Nigeria National League and its investor, Toptier Sports Management, have set a total prize purse of ₦10 million for the Super Four winner. In addition, each team will receive ₦2 million as a participation fee. The financial reward adds another l...

NNL SUPER FOUR: First 200 Fans to Win ₦5K Daily as NNL Super Four Lights Up Ikenne: _NNL, Toptier Sports Unveil Fan Raffle Ahead of Monday’s Title Decider_ The Nigeria National League and its investor, Toptier Sports Management, are raising the stakes for fans as the 2026 NNL Super Four kicks off Monday at Remo Stars Stadium. As part of its fan-engagement drive, the NNL has announced a daily raffle: the first 200 fans to arrive at the stadium on each matchday will receive ₦5,000 cash gifts. The fan reward adds to what is already shaping up as the most exciting NNL Super Four yet. With live football, prize money for clubs, and now cash incentives for supporters, the league and Toptier Sports Management are delivering on their promise of a true football fiesta. The tournament features the four best teams from the NNL regular season — Doma United FC, Ranchers Bees, Sporting Lagos, and Inter Lagos — all of whom have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League. From May 4–8, th...

PRESS STATEMENT Nigeria Relays Teams Deliver Grit, Records, and Qualification Success: Team Nigeria showcased its competitiveness in a thrilling series of performances at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, securing major qualifications and delivering standout moments on the international stage. In the women’s 4x100m repechage, the Nigerian quartet of Chigozie Rosemary, Obi Jennifer Chukwuka, Maria Thompson, and Miracle Ezechukwu bounced back strongly from a difficult baton exchange on Saturday. The team clocked an impressive 42.94 seconds to finish second in their heat on Sunday, pushing eventual winners France to the line in a dramatic sprint finish. The French team narrowly edged victory in 42.93 seconds, highlighting the fierce competitiveness of the race. The mixed 4x400m relay team, Samson Nathaniel, Taiwo Kudoro, Chidi Okezie, and Patience Okon-George, also delivered a determined performance. Running a Season’s Best time of 3:12.88, they secured second place a...

NNL Super Four Takes Centre Stage in Ikenne: Lagos Duo, Doma, Ranchers Bees Set for Showdown: The 2025-2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Four tournament will kick off on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, with all four participating teams, Sporting Lagos, Inter Lagos, Doma United, and Ranchers Bees already securing promotion to next season’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Action gets underway with a mouthwatering opener as Sporting Lagos take on Ranchers Bees at 2pm, before Doma United Square off against Inter Lagos at 4pm. The tournament, which will produce the overall league champions, will see the four teams battle for the ₦10 million winner’s prize, while each club is guaranteed ₦2 million as participation fees. Speaking ahead of the competition, CEO of Toptier Sports Management Limited, Chichi Nwoko, assured that all necessary arrangements have been put in place to ensure a hitch-free and memorable tournament. “We have worked tire...