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Thursday, February 12, 2026

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February 7, 2026

Female team representation low as 5th Ibadan Basketball Championships ends today

The UI coach, Momoh Zika, said the institution’s female team could not participate because the school was currently on break.

Oyo state
February 7, 2026

NSC endorses NFAF as official American football body in Nigeria

Mr Akeredolu commended Mr Olopade for restoring clarity, peace and direction to the sport.

NSC endorses NFAF as official American Football body
February 6, 2026

Kanu Nwankwo confirms participation in African legends’ football match

Ex-Super Eagles legend Kanu Nwankwo, alongside Jay-Jay Okocha, Finidi George, and other African football legends, will feature in the African Legends United Gala Match.

Kanu Nwankwo and Jay-Jay Okocha
February 5, 2026

Copa del Rey: Ademola Lookman scores, assists on debut as Atletico thrash Betis 5-0 

Lookman was subsequently replaced by Obed Vargas in the 79th minute.

Atletico vs Betis
February 5, 2026

Super Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali leaves Chippa United

“The club wishes Stanley every success in the next chapter of his career and in all his future endeavours,” said Chippa United.

Stanley Nwabali (credit: Afrik foot)
February 4, 2026

Arsenal to face Man City in Carabao Cup final

Arsenal will face Man City in Wembley for the Carabao Cup final.

Arsenal
February 4, 2026

Ahmadu Bello Stadium will be upgraded to world standard: Uba Sani

Governor Uba Sani has promised that Ahmadu Bello Stadium will be transformed to a FIFA-standard sports facility that will host international competitions.

Governor Uba Sani
February 4, 2026

AFN chooses Asaba camp ahead of 2026 athletics season

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has taken a decisive step to strengthen the country’s track and field prospects ahead of a busy 2026 season.

AFN president, Tonobok Okowa
February 4, 2026

Arsenal beat Chelsea to reach Carabao Cup final

This is Arsenal’s first Carabao Cup final since 2018.

Arsenal
February 3, 2026

Football: Russia hails FIFA president Infantino’s comments on lifting ban

Infantino disclosed in an interview that FIFA was looking into ending the years-long ban on Russia.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino