by Adedayo Ademuwagun In July 2012, the Nigerian Olympic team arrived in London for the Olympic Games. It was Nigeria’s 15th appearance at the Games since Helsinki 1952, and Chioma Ajunwa was currently the only Nigerian to ever win an individual gold medal. This set of athletes thought they could change that in London.... Read More

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Olympics worker arrested for child molestation

by Adeniyi Abdul A worker at the London 2012 Olympic Games has been arrested by police on suspicion of child abuse. The 49-year-old man was on his way to work around 5.30 a.m on Friday when the policemen apprehended him. Police reportedly found him on Twitter where he shared information and pornographic pictures of sexually... Read More

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August 10, 2012

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“I am now a living legend” – Usain Bolt

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Usain Bolt completed his sprint double last night, threw himself to the floor for ten emergency press-ups and declared himself a living legend. Bolt, is now the first person in the history of the Olympics to win the 100m and 200m events back to back in two consecutive games. “I was fast... Read More

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August 9, 2012

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#London2012: Africa Village shut down due to non-payment of fees

by Adeniyi Abdul The hospitality house set up for African countries at the London 2012 Olympic Games has been shut down. The showcase in Kensington Gardens, known as Africa Village was put together by the National Olympic Committees of various African countries but has been forced to close early. According to London & Partners, the... Read More

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August 9, 2012

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Akintunde Oyebode: Citius, Altius, Fortius (YNaija FrontPage)

by Akintunde Oyebode The first time I was rewarded for knowing some random fact was at a quiz during my friend’s 10th birthday party. His mum owned a bookstore, so instead of the more athletic musical chairs contest, she organized a quiz to give books out during the party. There were contestants left; a girl... Read More

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August 7, 2012

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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Unjust miracles (YNaija Frontpage)

‘So sick of niggas “I want money like Cosby” (Who wouldn’t?) – Jay Z (Dead Presidents) Nigerians have always had this penchant for believing in the impossible. At one point, this ability to suspend reality and invent ours was “cute”, as my friends would say. Someone has to point out this “miracle seeking” behavior... Read More

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August 7, 2012

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I want to become a legend like Phelps – Usain Bolt

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Usain Bolt, who is a four-time Olympic champion already, has stated that he is not from away from attaining legendary status. The 25-year-old shattered his own Olympic record he set four years ago in Beijing, winning the 100m final in 9.63 seconds. “This gold means I am one step closer to... Read More

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August 5, 2012

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BREAKING: World’s fastest man Usain Bolt defends his title, sets new Olympics record

by Chi Ibe World’s fastest man, Usain Bolt of Jamaica defended his Olympic 100 meters title Sunday for a gold medal, setting an Olympic record with a time of 9.63. Yohan Blake of Jamaica took the silver medal and Justin Gatlin of the United States won the bronze. More updates to come.

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August 4, 2012

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I cannot understand why Beckham wasn’t selected for the Olympics – Mourinho

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Jose Mourinho says he has been left perplexed by Stuart Pearce’s decision, to leave former England captain David Beckham, out of his Great Britain Olympics team. The Real Madrid coach believes that the LA Galaxy player should have made the cut, taking into consideration his involvement in the successful bid for the... Read More

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July 30, 2012

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Tolu Ogunlesi: Is Nigeria great? (YNaija Frontpage)

The mistakes of yesterday (the missed chances at greatness) are not doing anything to influence the decisions of today. Yet, when greatness shows up, it leaves none in doubt of what it is. Watching bits of the Olympic opening ceremony last Friday it was impossible to not come to the conclusion that Britain is indeed... Read More

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July 28, 2012

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Muhammad Ali makes it to London 2012: Why he’s the greatest athlete of all-time

by Dr. Boyce Watkins He knew that his real power was not in his arms and legs, but understood the awesome ability of a great athlete to elevate his people and change the world. That’s what true greatness is all about. It was over 50 years ago that the great Muhammad Ali held up his... Read More

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June 3, 2012

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17-year-old Noor al-Malki is first female Qatari Olympian

by Tolu Orekoya The 2012 London Olympics will be the first time ever that the women to men ratio will be split down the middle, 50/50. It is important for athletics that women are widely represented across the board, and most countries send a few female athletes. The Beijing, China Olympics came close, with 42% of athletes being female, and... Read More

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What the Olympics & the Commonwealth Games are saying to Nigeria

Olympics worker arrested for child molestation

“I am now a living legend” – Usain Bolt

#London2012: Africa Village shut down due to non-payment of fees

Akintunde Oyebode: Citius, Altius, Fortius (YNaija FrontPage)

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Unjust miracles (YNaija Frontpage)

I want to become a legend like Phelps – Usain Bolt

BREAKING: World’s fastest man Usain Bolt defends his title, sets new Olympics record

I cannot understand why Beckham wasn’t selected for the Olympics – Mourinho

Tolu Ogunlesi: Is Nigeria great? (YNaija Frontpage)

Muhammad Ali makes it to London 2012: Why he’s the greatest athlete of all-time

17-year-old Noor al-Malki is first female Qatari Olympian

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