Nigerian girls’ basketball team battles Kenya, Algeria, two others in test games
Excited by the development, the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) said the invitation came from the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
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Super Eagles need ‘clear goal’
The familiarity of working under Kombouare at Nantes is in sharp contrast to Simon’s experience with Nigeria. Since his debut in 2015, he has witnessed numerous coaches come and go, with only Gernot Rohr and Jose Peseiro having any semblance of longevity. The latter’s departure earlier this year has left a void that has yet to be filled permanently.
Dominant Iraq on top as Lagos Valuejet Para Table Tennis Open ends today
The Iraqi team at the ongoing Valuejet Para Table Tennis Open Championship have been the cynosure of all eyes as they bestrode the Molade Okoya Thomas Hall of the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos, shoving all opposition aside.
MLB, Braves file objection to Diamond Sports' reorg plan - ESPN
Major League Baseball and the Atlanta Braves formally filed an objection to Diamond Sports Group's reorganization plan on Friday, citing, among other things, a lack of information to corroborate the viability of the company's projections. In a motion filed in Houston bankruptcy court, MLB and the Braves wrote they possess «grave concerns that, if the plan is confirmed, there is a substantial likelihood that the debtors will find themselves once again in financial distress and/or bankruptcy court in the near future.»
Jordan's NASCAR team among 2 denied charter status amid lawsuit - ESPN
AVONDALE, Ariz. — A federal judge on Friday denied a motion by two NASCAR teams — one owned by NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan — to be recognized as chartered teams as they proceed in an antitrust lawsuit against the stock car series and chairman Jim France.
Police issue urgent appeal for missing boy, 10, last seen at Manchester Piccadilly
Police have issued an urgent appeal to help find a missing boy who was last seen at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Nurse dies after taking new NHS weight loss jab in first confirmed fatality linked to obesity drugs
A nurse has tragically died after receiving a weight loss injection in what is believed to be the first confirmed fatality linked to the drugs.
MI5 bosses accused of 'institutional defensiveness' as Manchester Arena families seek 'vindication'
A lawyer representing victims of the Manchester Arena bombing has accused MI5 of 'institutional defensiveness' as the families pursue a legal action to achieve 'vindication'.