DAYO AWONIYI

Dayo Awoniyi

Dayo Awoniyi

Dayo Awoniyi is a multimedia sports writer with vast experience.

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Diaspora Stars return as national boxing signals fresh dawn

    The build up to the 2026 Commonwealth Games qualifiers has taken on renewed intensity as the Nigeria Boxing Federation confirmed the arrival of several foreign based Nigerian fighters...

March 02, 2026

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Sani Kaita eyes Golden Eaglets job

    Former Super Eagles midfielder Sani Kaita has stepped forward with a bold vision for Nigeria’s youth football, formally applying for the vacant Golden Eaglets head coach position...

March 02, 2026

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CAF moves early to safeguard fair play, summons elite referees to Cairo camp

      With Africa’s premier club competitions approaching their most defining moments, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has shifted focus to strengthening officiatin...

February 26, 2026

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FIFA clearance opens Super Eagles door for Arthur Okonkwo

    Nigeria’s rebuilding process under head coach Eric Chelle has received a timely lift following FIFA’s approval of former Arsenal goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo’s switch of...

February 26, 2026

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Al Ahli target goal machine Paul Onuachu from Trabzonspor

    Paul Onuachu’s remarkable resurgence in Turkey has attracted major interest from Saudi Arabia, with Al Ahli making a strong move to secure the services of the red hot Nigerian st...

February 26, 2026

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Juventus plot stunning €120 million raid for Victor Osimhen

    Juventus have reportedly placed Victor Osimhen at the heart of an ambitious transfer plan aimed at restoring their dominance in Italy, with the Nigerian striker identified as their mar...

February 26, 2026

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Victor Osimhen strikes gold in Turin as Galatasaray outclass Juventus in Champions League

      Victor Osimhen once again proved his big game pedigree, delivering a dramatic extra time winner that powered Galatasaray into the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League after...

February 26, 2026

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Former Kwara United gaffer Tunde Sani signs for Benin Republic team

    The saying that a beautiful bride is often appreciated more outside than home has proven true for former Kwara United FC Head Coach Tunde Sanni, who has secured a new coaching position...

February 24, 2026

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NPFL slides to 91st globally

    Nigeria’s top flight football, the Nigeria Professional Football League, is facing renewed scrutiny after slipping to 91st place in the latest world league rankings released by t...

February 24, 2026

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Ibrahim Gusau moves to reset WAFU-B Youth football with forthcoming calendar

    President of West Africa Football Union Zone B, Ibrahim Gusau, has revealed that plans are in advanced stages to unveil a comprehensive 2026 activities calendar, a move expected to sha...

February 24, 2026

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Jordan invitation offers Eric Chelle early test as Super Eagles reconvene amid FIFA petition wait

    Nigeria’s senior national team, the Super Eagles, will return to camp on March 24 as attention shifts to the Four Nation Invitational Tournament in Amman, Jordan a competition th...

February 23, 2026

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Flying Eagles, Golden Eaglets set for camp return ahead of future tournaments

    The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has mapped out plans to revive its men’s youth national teams, with the Flying Eagles expected to resume camping in July and the Golden Eagl...

February 21, 2026