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NSC Drums Support, as Amusan, Usoro, Others, Arrive Accra for CAA Senior Athletics Championships:

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PRESS STATEMENT The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed confidence in Team Nigeria ahead of the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships scheduled to hold in Accra, Ghana from May 12–17. A total of 41 Nigerian athletes will represent the country at the six-day continental championships, as the team arrived Accra ahead of the Opening Ceremony on Monday. The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, charged the athletes to compete with confidence, discipline, and patriotism as ambassadors of the nation. “Team Nigeria has continued to demonstrate tremendous growth and consistency on the continental and global stage, and we are confident that our athletes will make the country proud once again in Ghana. “This championship is another opportunity to showcase the depth of talent we possess as a nation. We are particularly encouraged by the blend of experienced international stars and emerging young athletes in the team. The Nigerian contingent comprises...
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NSC Commends Team Nigeria’s Impressive Outing at 17th Africa Aquatics Championships:

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PRESS STATEMENT The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended the Nigeria Aquatics Federation and Team Nigeria athletes for their performances at the 17th Africa Aquatics Championships held in Oran, Algeria from May 5–10, 2026. Team Nigeria concluded the championships with a haul of three bronze medals, alongside several remarkable performances and continental recognition that further underline the rapid growth of aquatics sports in the country. Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, praised the athletes, coaches, and the federation for making Nigeria proud on the continental stage. “This performance is another strong indication that Nigerian sports is on the rise across different disciplines. We are proud of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, the athletes, coaches, and every stakeholder who contributed to this achievement in Algeria.” “Winning medals is commendable, but receiving the award as the Fastest Developing Federation in Africa clearly shows that the reforms, investments, a...
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Location: Oran, Algeria
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NSC confirms Twenty(20) Sports for Coal City Games after a Productive Meeting with States Directors of Sports:

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  The National Sports Commission has clarified misconceptions relating to the Sports for the 23rd National Sports Festival in Enugu state, confirming that twenty(20) sports have been picked to feature at the Games. The NSC said the clarification has become very important to set the records straight following the meeting of the Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade with States' Directors of Sports held in Abuja. The DG reiterated the Commission's exclusive rights to organise and coordinate the National Sports Festival and reaffirmed that the decision to reduce the number of sports to twenty(20) was taken at the last National council on sports meeting held in Calabar, in consideration of the prevailing economic realities in the country. The DG further explained that the Commission's decision to come up with a list of twenty (20) sports for the games is inline with the model being used for the 2026 Commonwealth games in Glasgow, Scotland, where some sports were bein...
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Location: Enugu, Nigeria
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NNL Super Four Finale Set for 4pm Kickoff as Title Race Goes Down to the Wire:

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NNL Super Four Finale Set for 4pm Kickoff as Title Race Goes Down to the Wire: _Simultaneous Matches, ₦10M Prize and Portable’s Live Performance Add to Friday’s Showdown in Ikenne_ The final matches of the 2026 NNL Super Four will kick off at 4pm on Friday, not 3pm as earlier circulated, the league has confirmed. Both fixtures will be played simultaneously across two centers — a standard practice in professional leagues worldwide aimed at eliminating any possibility of match manipulation. “I crave the indulgence of fans to come out in numbers and enjoy top-class football artistry,” a league official said. “This is what you get in an ideal league, and it aligns with the best international standards.” The big question heading into the final day is who will lift the ₦10,000,000 prize and the NNL Super Four trophy. Will it be Sporting Lagos, Doma United, or Inter Lagos? Ranchers Bees are now out of contention after losing their first two matches. Beyond the title decider, fans can expect a...
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Location: Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria
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NNL Chairman George Aluo Impressed with Super Four Standard:

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_He Credits NFF President and Toptier Sports Management for League Growth_ Chairman of the Nigeria National League (NNL), George Aluo, has praised the quality and organization of the ongoing NNL Super Four in Ikenne, describing the tournament as a major step forward for Nigeria’s second-tier league. Speaking with journalists at the competition venue on Wednesday in Ikenne, Aluo said the NNL had successfully taken the Super Four “to another level,” highlighting the impressive atmosphere, quality officiating, and world-class facilities at the stadium in Ikenne. According to him, the venue ranks among the very best in the country. “The ambiance is very good. The stadium is world class — outside the Nest of Champions in Uyo, this is the best in the country. The playing turf is fantastic and the teams are playing very good football,” Aluo said. He added that the crowd turnout and officiating throughout the competition had also been commendable. “The referees have done a good job officiating...
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Location: Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria
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Sporting Lagos Run Riot to Go Top of NNL Super Four with 4-0 Win Over Doma United:

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Sporting Lagos delivered a commanding display at Remo Stars Stadium on Wednesday night, overpowering Doma United 4-0 to move top of the NNL Super Four standings with six points. Both sides started with intent. Doma United showed the first spark in the 5th minute when Mathew danced past his marker on the left and forced a low shot that was well blocked and turned behind for a corner. Sporting Lagos answered in the 15th minute through Akanni, who was played through on goal but failed to apply the finishing touch. As the half progressed, Sporting gained control with sharper movement and better midfield coordination. The pressure paid off in the 27th minute when Seun Akanji reacted quickest inside the box to slot home from close range and give Sporting a deserved lead. At halftime, Sporting Lagos led 1-0, looking the more composed and threatening side, while Doma United were left searching for a response. Any hopes of a comeback faded quickly after the restart. In the 47th minute, Shola do...
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Location: Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria
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NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko to Present NNL Super 4 Trophy to Winners on Friday, as Portable, Others Get Set to Thrill Fans:

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The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, will present the trophy to the winners of the 2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Four on Friday at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, Ogun State. The grand finale of the competition is expected to deliver both football excitement and top-class entertainment as popular music star Portable and others are billed to perform live during the closing ceremony. The 2026 NNL Super Four has already attracted notable personalities in Nigerian sports and business circles. Monday’s opening day witnessed the presence of Super Eagles Head Coach Eric Chelle, ex Minister of Youthe and Sports Development and current Presidential Spokesperson, Hon. Sunday Dare, and Chairman of Bet9ja, Kunle Soname, among other dignitaries at the Remo Stars Stadium. On the pitch, Sporting Lagos have emerged as the team to beat after winning their opening two matches. The Lagos-based side defeated Ranchers Bees 1-0 before overpowering Doma United ...
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Location: Ikenne, Ogun State, Nigeria
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