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Ahead of the kickoff of the Africa Rugby Sevens tournament in Mauritius, the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has taken a significant step in repositioning rugby in the country by signing a three-year partnership deal with Flovale Consulting. The partnership will enable Flovale Consulting to create a dedicated channel and focus efforts on making rugby one of the most popular sports in Nigeria, while also promoting the development of both body and mind. This collaboration aims to lay a strong foundation for the future growth of Nigerian rugby. "We are passionate about developing rugby as a government agency responsible for the promotion and development of the game in Nigeria," said NRFF President Dr. Ademola Are. "This partnership will advance rugby in Nigeria through a unified plan that benefits all levels of the game, from community and professional rugby clubs to unions, regions, commercial partners, and fans. Everyone has a role to play." The partnership ...

The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has unveiled a newly redesigned logo that embodies the values of strength, unity, and progress, reflecting the federation's mission to promote and develop rugby as a sport in Nigeria. The new logo features a horse symbol, stripes, and a bold green color. The horse symbolizes speed, strength, and agility, which are key attributes of a rugby player. The stripes evoke the image of a patterned rugby playing field, paying homage to the sport's heritage and tradition. The green color represents growth, harmony, and nature, signifying the federation's commitment to developing the sport, promoting teamwork, and fostering a connection with the natural environment. The NRFF has continuously worked on repositioning the federation to meet the growing demand of an evolving society and cater to the needs of the youth demographic that views sport as a means of empowerment and cultural exchange. This newly redesigned logo is intended to provide ...

The Management of G12 Football Club has debunked and categorised as misleading the claims that the chairman of the club Mr. Hakeem Mustapha (a.k.a Gattuso) was suspended by Lagos Football Association (LSFA) for one year in a matter related to the ongoing Nigeria Ex-Internationals Cup.  Tagged as clandestine move to tarnished the image of the club the club secretary Joel Edeaghe stated that “neither G12 FC nor the club chairman participated in the competition” In a letter addressed to LSFA Secretariat and copied to other relevant agencies the club emphasized that the purported  statement issued by LSFA has caused reputational damage and distress to the club chairman Hakeem Mustapha (a.k.a Gattuso) and in extension to the image  of G12 FC brand. The club statement says “the attention of G12 Football Club and Mr. Hakeem Mustapha (a.k.a Gattuso), chairman of G12 Football Club, has been drawn to the purported press release issued by Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) titl...

The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Lagos state council has congratulated the President of the union, Alhaji Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa, on the affirmation of judgment of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) .  This followed a judgement delivered by Justice O.O Oyewumi of the NICN siting in Abuja  on March 11, 2024, in a suit NO NICN/Abj/263/2023 Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa and 13 others vs Alh.Najeem Usman Yasin and 6 others proclaiming Baruwa as the legitimately elected President of the union for a second term. In a statement made available to the press by the Secretary of Lagos council of the Union Comrade Seyi Bankole, he described the latest judicial victory as a landmark victory for rule of law and a testament that the leadership of the Union strongly held the Nigerian judicialy system in high esteem. The secretary said the affirmation of Alhaji Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa’s  victory has laid to rest all doubts about who the legitimate leader of ...

The Charlesann displayed impressive performance to draw 2-2 with defending champions Smart City in the opening match of 2024 Jagaban Cup at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Tuesday morning. The enterprising Lemon Busayo opened the scoring for Smart City after slamming the ball home from the penalty spot on 8 minutes.  With The Charlesann slowly settling into the game, they managed to push the Nigeria National League team into their shell on several occasions before finally breaching the defense of the Smart City to draw level through Ayinla Olayinka as first half ended 1-1. The Charlesann stunned Smart City on the half hour mark. A beautiful long range shot from Abatan Ayodele outside the box landed in the top left corner of the post. Smart City replied the Academy boys instantly scoring the crucial equaliser.  Although both teams tried to flourish in their attempt to find the winning goal, neither side had the luck and hence was forced to settle for a 2-2 draw. 36 Lion started t...

It is few weeks to the kick-off of the second edition of the annual Jagaban Football Cup, organized by 36 Lion Investment Limited, and football stakeholders and enthusiasts of the game, have been salivating on the expected thrills and feels during the tournament.  Speaking on the tournament, Coach Dominic Etim of Akwa Ibom based Stars Football Academy, said he is eagerly looking forward to the tournament, which would feature eight of the best grassroots football teams in Lagos State.  "I witnessed the first edition and it was pure excitement for all football enthusiasts. And I can't wait for this year’s edition to begin. I also wish the organisers of the tournament can extend the invitation to other states, so we can also expose our players to such top quality tournaments," he added.  A former footballer Samuel Ibeh, who once played for Nigerdock FC, in the Nigerian National league, commended the organizers of the Jagaban Football Cup, for giving opportunities to grassroo...

Chairman of the Club owners Association of Nigeria, Chief Dr. Okey Kpalukwu (JP) has lauded the leadership of the NPFL as well as the organisers of the NPFL Youth League for the organisation of a fantastic competition. Speaking exclusively to Sports journalist, Sammy Wejinya at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, upon return from Luanda, Angola where his Rivers United team defeated Acádemica do Lobito 3-2 in the CAF Confederation Cup, Chief Kpalukwu said the present development excites him. He praised NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye and the Chairman of the Youth League’s Organising Committee, High Chief Emeka Inyama for their respective roles in "moulding Nigeria's next generation of football stars" and the overall success of the competition. "I'm quite excited at this project which will no doubt prove to have latent benefits for our footballers and in no small way, aid in moulding Nigeria's next generation of football stars. "I want...