DAYO AWONIYI

Dayo Awoniyi

Dayo Awoniyi

Dayo Awoniyi is a multimedia sports writer with vast experience.

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Eric Chelle begins Olympic rebuild, eyes 25 overseas talents

    Nigeria's U-23 national team head coach, Eric Chelle, has reportedly drawn up a 35 man shortlist of foreign based players as preparations gather pace for Nigeria's next Olympic qualifi...

July 07, 2026

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Nigeria targets world class hockey facility as NSC eyes continental hosting right

    Nigeria's ambition to become a leading destination for international sports received another boost as the National Sports Commission (NSC) reaffirmed its commitment to upgrading the co...

July 06, 2026

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Boost for Super Eagles and Brentford as Benjamin Fredrick returns to training

    Premier League side Brentford and the Super Eagles have received a timely boost with Nigerian defender Benjamin Fredrick returning to training after nearly nine months on the sidelines...

July 05, 2026

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Ajayi shines, Amusan impress as Nigerian Stars deliver strong Prefontaine Classic performances

    Nigeria's track and field athletes produced a series of encouraging performances at the prestigious Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon, sending a strong message ahead of the 2026 Co...

July 05, 2026

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Morocco crush Canada to reach FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter final

    Morocco made African football history on Saturday after a commanding 3-0 victory over co hosts Canada at Houston Stadium secured a place in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

July 04, 2026

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Anthony Okpotu lands two year deal with Al Quwa Al-Jawiya

    Former Lobi Stars striker Anthony Okpotu has secured a fresh overseas challenge after completing a two year move to Iraqi Stars League heavyweights Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya SC.   The 3...

July 04, 2026

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Nigeria, Kosovo forge sports alliance with Super Eagles friendly

    Nigeria has taken another step in expanding its international sports partnerships after the National Sports Commission (NSC) formalised a bilateral sporting relationship with the Feder...

July 03, 2026

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Daniel Daga verdict: A reminder that allegations should not be mistaken for guilt

    The acquittal of Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga by the Frostating Court of Appeal in Norway serves as a timely reminder that allegations alone should never be treated as proof of guil...

July 03, 2026

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Remo Stars Chairman Kunle Soname Breaks Silence on NFF Presidency Speculation

  Prominent Nigerian businessman and sports investor Kunle Soname has dismissed speculation linking him with the presidency of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), stating that he has no inter...

July 03, 2026

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Golden Eaglets depart for China Invitational

    Nigeria's Golden Eaglets will depart for China on Thursday night to participate in the 2026 China International Youth Football Tournament, as the five-time FIFA U-17 World Cup champion...

July 03, 2026

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CAF opens race for AFCON 2028 bids

    The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially begun the selection process for the host of the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with three bids confirmed for the contine...

July 02, 2026

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Niger Tornadoes bank on Kabiru Dogo to lead NPFL revival

    Niger Tornadoes have unveiled seasoned tactician Kabiru Suleiman Dogo as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, signaling the club's d...

July 02, 2026