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I think my record will stay unbroken for 20 years – Usain Bolt
Retired Jamaican athlete, Usain Bolt has said it may take up to 20 years to break his records. Bolt is the only sprinter to win the 100- and 200-metre track titles…
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Five-month pregnant Alysia Montano completes 800m race
Alysia Montano, middle distance runner has mesmerised sports fans after she completed the USA Track and Field Championships on Thursday while five months pregnant. The 31-year-old athlete who is pregnant with her…
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#LagosMarathon: Check out the top 15 photos from the Lagos City Marathon
The 2017 Lagos City Marathon has just ended and Kenyan athlete, Abraham Kiptum has emerged winner out of the over 80,000 runners who showed at the race. Abraham Kiptum's win…
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Bruce Jenner finally comes out, says he is a woman! (WATCH)
by Chinwe Okafor We all expected it, yes, we were just patiently waiting for this moment. The news that Bruce Jenner, Kim Kardashian's 'stepdad', may have turned female has been…
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Africa’s fastest woman, Blessing Okagbare weds in Delta (PHOTOS)
by Mark Bassey Athlete, Blessing Okagbare on Friday tied the knot with her heartthrob, Igho Otegheri. The pretty lady got married to Otegheri, a former Heartland FC of Owerri soccer player,…
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Nigerian man sentenced to life in prison for killing South African woman (PICTURED)
by Adeola Balogun A former Nigerian athlete has been sentenced to life imprisonment after being found guilty of murder in South Africa. Ambrose Monye, who participated in the 1988 Olympics,…
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“I have been struggling with this for several years” – Bruce Jenner confirms he has skin cancer
Bruce Jenner has confirmed reports that he underwent skin cancer surgery earlier this month. The former athlete and husband of Kris Jenner had cancerous tissue removed from his nose, requiring 30 stitches. He…
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Inspired: How athlete with Nigerian roots, James Dasaolu joined the British sprint elite
A mere glance would not suffice. A second take was required and, in some instances, a long, astonished, hard stare at the three digits on the trackside clock. It had…
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Muhammad Ali makes it to London 2012: Why he’s the greatest athlete of all-time
by Dr. Boyce Watkins Muhammed Ali lighting the Olympic flame at the 1984 Olympics He knew that his real power was not in his arms and legs, but understood the…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy