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Op-ed Editor December 21, 2016

Opinion: Solomon Dalung | The mascot and Buhari’s experiment with mediocrity

by Emmanuel Ugwu Solomon Dalung is not a divisive public figure by any stretch of the imagination. There is near-unanimity of opinion about his utility as Nigeria’s minister of sports.…

Oludolapo Adelana December 19, 2016

Unpaid allowances: Taraba football teams shut down Government House

Activities at the Taraba state government house was on Monday shut down by players of the state's male and female football teams, Taraba FC and Taraba Queens. According to Premium Times,…

Azeez December 19, 2016

We didn’t misappropriate FIFA grant – NFF

The General Assembly of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has denied claims by the Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Barr. Solomon Dalung that it misappropriated the FIFA grant and…

Tolu December 17, 2016

Eye on Ambode: Five film theatres to be built in Lagos before end of 2017, and more

by Tolulope Omoyeni We bring another edition of our weekly recap of the activities of Lagos state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode. This week, the governor attended to sports, the…

Op-ed Editor December 17, 2016

Joachim MacEbong: Nigeria vs. goals

by Joachim MacEbong Since 2013, I have run over 400 times and covered at least 3,500 kilometres in the process. In the beginning, I never knew that running would turn…

Oludolapo Adelana December 16, 2016

FG releases N471.8m for payment of Eagles, Falcons allowances’ to NFF

The Federal Government has released the funds required to pay all outstanding bonuses and allowances owed the super Eagles and the Super Falcons to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). In…

Isime Esene December 15, 2016

YNaija Analysis: The shameful treatment of the Super Falcons

The Super Falcons made the nation proud once again by emerging champions at the recently concluded African Women Cup of Nations tournament. For coming tops, the Falcons are to get…

Op-ed Editor December 13, 2016

Opinion: Solomon Dalung and his unbeatable streak in misbehaviour

by Osuchukwu, Mark Anthony “When I heard that the super falcons won the tournament, I felt for them honestly. I felt for them because Nigeria is that wicked father who…

Oludolapo Adelana December 12, 2016

Nigeria will no longer prepare late for Olympics – Dalung

The Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, says the era of late preparation for the Olympics is over. Dalung made the declaration when he met with sports journalists at…

Op-ed Editor December 12, 2016

Simon Kolawole: Rethinking the definition of waste

by Simon Kolawole The middle-aged man sprinted in my direction, seized my suitcase and began towing me to his cab. I was startled by the aggression, but I played along,…

Oludolapo Adelana December 8, 2016

We did not expect Falcons to win AWCON – Sports Minister

Minister for Youths and Sports, Solomon Dalung says no one expected the Super Falcons to lift the 2016 African Women Championship on Saturday in Cameroon. Dalung made the disclosure on Thursday while…

Oludolapo Adelana December 2, 2016

Eagles hungry to qualify for World Cup – Rohr

Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr says the team is highly motivated to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Rohr, who spoke with AllAfricafootball.com, said the boys are hungry…

Oludolapo Adelana December 1, 2016

Harry Kane extends contract with Spurs till 2022

England striker Harry Kane has signed a new contract with Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur. The new contract sees the England intentional tied to Spurs until 2022. After signing the…

Oludolapo Adelana November 30, 2016

AWCON: Buhari, Saraki hail Falcons qualification for final

President Muhammadu Buhari has hailed the Super Falcons for qualifying for the final of the African Women Cup of Nations. The Falcons defeated South Africa's Bayana Bayana 1-0 in a…

Oludolapo Adelana November 24, 2016

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard retires from international football

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has announced his retirement from international football. The former Liverpool and England captain made the announcement on Thursday via his official Instagram page, as he thanked…

Oludolapo Adelana November 20, 2016

Oshoala scores 4, as Super Falcons beat Mali 6-0

Nigeria's Super Falcons began their campaign at the African Women Championship on a high as they best Mali 6-0. Striker Asisat Oshoala was the star of the game as she…

Op-ed Editor November 9, 2016

Opinion: Just before Nigeria battles Algeria in Uyo

by Aderonke Bello Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has done well for himself since he took over the saddle - it has been a case of, so far, so good.…

Oludolapo Adelana November 7, 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo extends Madrid contract, to reportedly earn $710,000 weekly

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a contract extension with the Spanish giants. The signing was done in the Madrid Board Room of the Santiago Bernabéu as he was…

Oludolapo Adelana November 7, 2016

Ikhana re-appointed Kano Pillars coach

Kadiri Ikhana has be appointed coach of Nigeria Professional Football League side Kano Pillars on a one-year-deal. Ikhana replaces Mohammed Babaganaru, who left the club at the end of the Premier…

Oludolapo Adelana November 6, 2016

FC Ifeanyi Ubah wins Federation Cup

FC Ifeanyi Ubah on Sunday won the Nigeria Federation Cup. Ifeanyi Ubah emerged victorious beating Nasarawa United 5-4 on penalties. The game which ended goalless during regulation time was decided by the…

Oludolapo Adelana November 6, 2016

Pacquiao wins WBO title

Manny Pacquiao secured victory via a unanimous decision to reclaim the WBO world welterweight title in Las Vegas on Saturday defeating Jessie Vargas. Pacquiao who has been away from the…

Op-ed Editor November 5, 2016

Who deserves to win YNaija Person of the Year? | @ToyinO1 campaigns for the Paralympic team

In the spirit of campaign season, Lawyer and consultant, Toyin Olankanpo, is campaigning for another nominee to win the YNaija Person of the Year. For those who are not aware,…

Oludolapo Adelana October 28, 2016

Why Mkhitaryan has been absent – Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has defended the absence of Armenian midfielder Henrihk Mkhitaryan from his squad. The Armenian has not featured for Manchester United since the Manchester derby in the…

Oludolapo Adelana October 6, 2016

Too much sex affecting Ghanaian players – ex-Coach

Former Black Stars player and coach, Malik Jabir says Ghanaian players are not performing optimally because they engaged in sexual intercourse frequently. Malik, who coached the Black Stars in 2003 said…

Oludolapo Adelana October 5, 2016

Dalung: FG to concession Abuja, Lagos stadiums

The Federal Government says it will go ahead with plans to concession the Lagos and Abuja stadiums, The Punch reports. Minister of Sports and Youth development, Solomon Dalung said this on Tuesday…

Oludolapo Adelana September 29, 2016

We won’t miss WC qualifier against Zambia – NFF

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked claims in the online media that the Super Eagles will fail to honour their World Cup qualifying game against Zambia. In a statement…

Oludolapo Adelana September 24, 2016

Unpaid salaries: Siasia gives NFF 2-week ultimatum, threatens sit-out

Bronze medal winning coach Samson Siasia has given the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) a two-week ultimatum over his unpaid salaries, The Vanguard reports. Siasia who is owed five months by the…

Oludolapo Adelana September 20, 2016

Yaya Toure’s agent replies Guardiola… but it’s not pleasant

Yaya Toure's agent, Dmitri Seluk has replied Manchester City Pep Guardiola. Guardiola had said Toure would not feature in his team unless Seluk apologises to the club. But in his…