The Daniel Ford table tennis tournament starts today in Lagos. Defending national champion Muiz Adegoke faces former title holders Matthew Kuti and Abdulbasit Abdulfatai. The event takes place at the Teslim Balogun Stadium.
Adegoke enters with recent wins in Bayelsa and Lagos, aiming to improve his past results at this competition. Kuti seeks a comeback after recent losses to Adegoke. Abdulfatai also needs strong play to keep his national team position.
The under-19 bracket features top young talents like Matthew Fabunmi. Girls' division champion Kabirat Ayoola will compete against rivals Sukurat Aiyelabegan and others. A new under-12 category debuts this year.
Matches will use a group stage format across age divisions. Sixteen...
The Port Harcourt International Polo tournament will begin next month. This event, themed United by The Game, is the largest polo festival in the Niger Delta region. It will be held at the GRA Polo Ground in the city. The weeklong competition honors the late president Roland Cookey-Gam, marking twenty years since his passing.
Club president Prince Henry Agbodjan stated the festival deepens unity and benefits the local economy. It will feature teams from several countries, including Iran and Argentina. Domestic players from Lagos, Kano, and other cities will also participate.
Major trophies include the Governor's Cup and the Rowland Cookey-Gam Memorial Prize. The schedule includes high-goal and low-goal matches daily. A micro market...
The Nigeria Wrestling Federation established new committees for zonal grassroots development. This decision came from a board meeting in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Federation president Bashir Adewale Adeniyi announced twelve commissions, including ones for youth, marketing, and technical rules.
Adeniyi emphasized a shift beyond elite competition toward sustainable talent cultivation. The board reviewed recent international tournament performances. Before the meeting, a delegation visited Bayelsa State to offer condolences for the late deputy governor.
The postponement of a national wrestling championship was linked directly to that official's death. The governor thanked Adeniyi, who also serves as Comptroller General of Customs, for the...
Jake Paul fights Anthony Joshua in Miami, highlighting boxing's modern shift toward social media influence. The YouTube star moves up to heavyweight against the former champion. Joshua suffered multiple knockdowns in a recent title loss to Daniel Dubois.
Paul channels Muhammad Ali, describing a slick, evasive strategy. Joshua reportedly earns over fifty million dollars for the bout on Netflix. The platform merges traditional boxing fans with Paul's younger digital audience.
Joshua notes casual viewers are tuning in, receiving only positive feedback. Paul built his record facing athletes from other sports and an aging Mike Tyson. A past Joshua opponent warns Paul could be seriously hurt by the power difference.
Paul insists Joshua...
The host nation, Morocco, faces immense pressure to win AFCON. Their world-class squad and home advantage make them favorites. Coach Walid Regragui has openly stated that the goal is victory. The team has only one historical tournament win from decades ago.
They open against Comoros at the refurbished stadium in Rabat. This event features nine venues across six cities, a first for the tournament. Strong contenders like Senegal, the Ivory Coast, and Egypt also seek the title. Mohamed Salah aims for his first major international trophy with Egypt.
Morocco's recent form includes a World Cup semi-final run. A fanatical home crowd could prove either inspiring or burdensome. The nation's heavy investment in facilities adds to the...
Influencer Peller has apologized after a police arrest in Lagos. He was detained for reckless driving and an apparent suicide attempt linked to a breakup. His former girlfriend, Jarvis, cited emotional issues as a reason for their split.
Authorities confirmed the incident happened on the Lekki-Epe Expressway. Peller was live-streaming his dangerous driving, which caused a crash. The case is now with the State Criminal Investigation Department for prosecution.
The police commissioner warned content creators against promoting lawless behavior. Peller stated he is currently on medication and will return online later. He promised never to repeat his actions in a video message.
Wizkid called himself boring in a recent interview. He described a routine of waking up early to drive his children to school. The singer stressed that celebrities live normal lives like anyone else.
He listed his daughter Morayo, his music, and God as his top priorities. Wizkid credits his career longevity to staying genuine and working hard. Strategic partnerships with other artists also played a key role.
Actors IK Ogbonna and Rita Dominic responded to religious criticism of a film title. The movie, A Very Dirty Christmas, faced backlash from the Christian Association of Nigeria. Ogbonna stated the cast, producer, and director are all Christians with no disrespect intended.
He explained the title references the Detty December festive period in Nigeria. Ogbonna asked critics to judge the film's message about love and forgiveness, not just its name. Rita Dominic supported this view, urging people to see the movie before forming opinions.
She emphasized the right to creative expression for artists. The National Film and Video Censors Board has reportedly asked the producers to consider a title change. The film remains in cinemas...
Actress Juliana Olayode revealed she struggled with depression for three years. She hid suicidal thoughts while appearing normal in public. Olayode said her physical health declined, and she gained significant weight.
She attempted therapy but ultimately turned to her faith for healing. The actress credited God with her recovery in a detailed Instagram post. Olayode encouraged others experiencing similar pain to seek divine help.
She described depression as a common human experience, not a personal failure. Olayode urged people to reject dark thoughts and embrace vulnerability. She shared scriptural references and promised others could also find wholeness.
