Nigerian Cyclist Borrows Bicycle from German Team at Paris Olympics
Nigerian cyclist Ese Lovina Ukpeseraye, unexpectedly called up to compete in the keirin and sprint events at the 2024 Paris Olympics, faced a major setback when she arrived without a bicycle.
The German cycling team stepped in, lending her a bike so she could compete. Ukpeseraye expressed her gratitude on social media, highlighting the spirit of sportsmanship. She also made history as the first Nigerian cyclist to represent the country at the Olympic Games.
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Nigerian cyclist Ese Lovina Ukpeseraye, unexpectedly called up to compete in the keirin and sprint events at the 2024 Paris Olympics, faced a major setback when she arrived without a bicycle.
The German cycling team stepped in, lending her a bike so she could compete. Ukpeseraye expressed her gratitude on social media, highlighting the spirit of sportsmanship. She also made history as the first Nigerian cyclist to represent the country at the Olympic Games.
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Transfer: Chelsea, Arsenal withdraw from signing Osimhen
Chelsea and Arsenal have pulled out of the race to sign Victor Osimhen.
Italian transfer market expert, Ciro Troise, revealed this to CalcioNapoli24.
PSG and Chelsea have long targeted the Nigerian but the Blues could not progress further over the player’s massive release clause.
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Chelsea and Arsenal have pulled out of the race to sign Victor Osimhen.
Italian transfer market expert, Ciro Troise, revealed this to CalcioNapoli24.
PSG and Chelsea have long targeted the Nigerian but the Blues could not progress further over the player’s massive release clause.
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Tobi Amusan misses Women’s Olympics 100m hurdles final spot
Nigerian sprint icon, Tobi Amusan has failed to make it to the final of the Women’s 100m hurdles at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
This came as she finished in third position clocking a time of 12.55s which was also not enough to see her qualify as one of the best losers.
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Nigerian sprint icon, Tobi Amusan has failed to make it to the final of the Women’s 100m hurdles at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
This came as she finished in third position clocking a time of 12.55s which was also not enough to see her qualify as one of the best losers.
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Team Nigeria Disqualified from 4x400m Final at Paris Olympics
Team Nigeria’s men’s 4x400m relay squad has been disqualified from the Olympic final due to a lane infringement. Despite finishing second in their semifinal with a season’s best of 2:59.81, the South African team was awarded their spot in the final by the referee.
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Team Nigeria’s men’s 4x400m relay squad has been disqualified from the Olympic final due to a lane infringement. Despite finishing second in their semifinal with a season’s best of 2:59.81, the South African team was awarded their spot in the final by the referee.
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Paris 2024 Olympics: Brume fails to win medal in women’s long jump
Ese Brume has failed to win a medal in the women’s long jump event at the 2024 Olympic Games.
Ese finished 5th in the final of the event with a mark of 6.70m.
The 28-year-old was expected to win a medal in the women’s long jump after claiming bronze three years ago in Tokyo.
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Ese Brume has failed to win a medal in the women’s long jump event at the 2024 Olympic Games.
Ese finished 5th in the final of the event with a mark of 6.70m.
The 28-year-old was expected to win a medal in the women’s long jump after claiming bronze three years ago in Tokyo.
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Sports Minister John Enoh has labeled Team Nigeria’s performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics as a “disaster” after the team failed to secure any medals.
Key disappointments included the disqualification of the 4x400m relay team and Tobi Amusan’s failure to reach the 100m hurdles final. Enoh vowed to prevent such outcomes in the future, emphasizing the need for reform in sports federation leadership.
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Olympic Refugee Breakdancer Disqualified for Political Slogan
Manizha Talash, a breakdancer from the Olympic Refugee Team, was disqualified for wearing a cape with the slogan “Free Afghan Women.” The World DanceSport Federation cited a violation of Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter, which bans political statements. Talash, who fled Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, had been determined to use her platform to advocate for Afghan girls.
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Manizha Talash, a breakdancer from the Olympic Refugee Team, was disqualified for wearing a cape with the slogan “Free Afghan Women.” The World DanceSport Federation cited a violation of Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter, which bans political statements. Talash, who fled Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, had been determined to use her platform to advocate for Afghan girls.
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Despite Nigeria’s Olympic struggles in Paris 2024, several athletes of Nigerian descent shined on the global stage, securing medals for other nations:
1.Yemisi Ogunleye (Germany): Gold in women’s shot put.
2.Annette Echikunwoke (USA): Silver in women’s hammer throw.
3.Samu Omorodion (Spain): Gold in men’s football.
4.Salwa Eid Naser (Bahrain): Silver in women’s 400m.
5.Michael Olise (France): Silver in men’s football.
Nigeria might have left empty-handed, but these athletes made their mark.
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Paris 2024 Olympics: Sports Minister apologises to Nigerians after disastrous outing
The Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has apologised to Nigerians following Team Nigeria’s disappointing outing at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the country did not secure any medals.
DAILY POST reports that Nigeria officially finished its outing at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, without winning a single medal.
Hannah Reuben was the last athlete left to salvage a medal for Nigeria on Saturday but she lost her second-round fight in the women’s freestyle wrestling 76kg, losing 5-2 (victory by points) to Mongolia’s Davaanasan Amar Enkh.
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The Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has apologised to Nigerians following Team Nigeria’s disappointing outing at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the country did not secure any medals.
DAILY POST reports that Nigeria officially finished its outing at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, without winning a single medal.
Hannah Reuben was the last athlete left to salvage a medal for Nigeria on Saturday but she lost her second-round fight in the women’s freestyle wrestling 76kg, losing 5-2 (victory by points) to Mongolia’s Davaanasan Amar Enkh.
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Osimhen Requests to Leave Napoli
Napoli’s sporting director, Cristiano Manna, has confirmed that Victor Osimhen has asked to leave the club. Despite a recent contract extension, the 25-year-old striker is eager to move on, with his future remaining uncertain as the transfer window nears its end.
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Napoli’s sporting director, Cristiano Manna, has confirmed that Victor Osimhen has asked to leave the club. Despite a recent contract extension, the 25-year-old striker is eager to move on, with his future remaining uncertain as the transfer window nears its end.
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Nigerian Olympian Dubem Amene Retires at 21 After Relay Disqualification
Dubem Amene, part of Nigeria’s 4x400m relay team, has retired from athletics at 21 following the squad’s disqualification from the Paris 2024 Olympics final. Amene, who fulfilled his dream of becoming an Olympian, will now pursue a career in finance after graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in Economics.
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Dubem Amene, part of Nigeria’s 4x400m relay team, has retired from athletics at 21 following the squad’s disqualification from the Paris 2024 Olympics final. Amene, who fulfilled his dream of becoming an Olympian, will now pursue a career in finance after graduating from the University of Michigan with a degree in Economics.
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Rena Wakama Named Best Women's Basketball Coach at Paris Olympics
Rena Wakama, head coach of Nigeria’s D’Tigress, was honored as the best women’s basketball coach at the Paris 2024 Olympics by FIBA. At 32, Wakama led Nigeria to historic success, becoming the first African team to reach the Olympic quarterfinals and achieving victories against top-ranked teams like Australia and Canada.
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Rena Wakama, head coach of Nigeria’s D’Tigress, was honored as the best women’s basketball coach at the Paris 2024 Olympics by FIBA. At 32, Wakama led Nigeria to historic success, becoming the first African team to reach the Olympic quarterfinals and achieving victories against top-ranked teams like Australia and Canada.
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NPFL: Akwa United boss Babaganaru reveals target ahead pre-season tourney
Akwa United Technical Adviser, Mohammed Babaganaru, has said building understanding and team cohesion will be the key area to work on during the pre-season tournament in Yenagoa.
The tournament will start on Monday (today) and will end on Sunday, August 18.
All the matches will be played at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa.
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Akwa United Technical Adviser, Mohammed Babaganaru, has said building understanding and team cohesion will be the key area to work on during the pre-season tournament in Yenagoa.
The tournament will start on Monday (today) and will end on Sunday, August 18.
All the matches will be played at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa.
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NNL club Mighty Jets interested in Siasia
Nigeria National League One club Mighty Jets are looking to appoint former Nigeria international and Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia as their head coach.
Siasia is looking to return to management once his FIFA ban expires at the end of this month.
According to reports, the former Super Eagles head coach wants a N10 million monthly salary.
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Nigeria National League One club Mighty Jets are looking to appoint former Nigeria international and Super Eagles coach Samson Siasia as their head coach.
Siasia is looking to return to management once his FIFA ban expires at the end of this month.
According to reports, the former Super Eagles head coach wants a N10 million monthly salary.
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UEFA Super Cup: Mbappe set to make Real Madrid debut against Atalanta
Kylian Mbappe is set to make his much-anticipated debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup match against Atalanta on Wednesday night at the National Stadium in Warsaw.
The Champions League winners will face Atalanta, who clinched the Europa League title last season.
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Kylian Mbappe is set to make his much-anticipated debut for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup match against Atalanta on Wednesday night at the National Stadium in Warsaw.
The Champions League winners will face Atalanta, who clinched the Europa League title last season.
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Luton’s Lockyer returns to training after cardiac arrest
Luton captain Tom Lockyer has returned to training after the cardiac arrest that left him fighting for his life.
Lockyer’s heart stopped for two minutes on the pitch during a Premier League match at Bournemouth in December.
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Luton captain Tom Lockyer has returned to training after the cardiac arrest that left him fighting for his life.
Lockyer’s heart stopped for two minutes on the pitch during a Premier League match at Bournemouth in December.
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You stole award from me – Mikel Obi reveals what he told Messi
Former Super Eagles midfielder, John Mikel Obi, has revealed that he accused Lionel Messi of “stealing” the Golden Ball from him after the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2005.
Nigeria faced Argentina in the final of the competition hosted in the Netherlands.
Messi, who was 18 years at the time, stepped up to score twice from the penalty spot, as they won 2-1 to clinch the trophy.
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Former Super Eagles midfielder, John Mikel Obi, has revealed that he accused Lionel Messi of “stealing” the Golden Ball from him after the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2005.
Nigeria faced Argentina in the final of the competition hosted in the Netherlands.
Messi, who was 18 years at the time, stepped up to score twice from the penalty spot, as they won 2-1 to clinch the trophy.
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Transfer: Chelsea give Napoli one condition to sign Osimhen
Chelsea are still keen on a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen but will only push ahead with a loan move, according to The Telegraph.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis is holding out for possible suitors to pay Osimhen’s €130m (£110.8m) release clause.
However, both Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are unwilling to go that high for the Super Eagles frontman.
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Chelsea are still keen on a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen but will only push ahead with a loan move, according to The Telegraph.
Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis is holding out for possible suitors to pay Osimhen’s €130m (£110.8m) release clause.
However, both Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are unwilling to go that high for the Super Eagles frontman.
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Don’t move to Chelsea – Nigerian prophet advises Osimhen.
Renowned Nigerian prophet Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen regarding a potential move to Chelsea.
The founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church cautions that such a transfer could adversely affect Osimhen’s career.
In a recent video, Ayodele urged Osimhen to reconsider joining the London club, asserting that a move to Chelsea could hinder his performance and career progression.
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Renowned Nigerian prophet Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen regarding a potential move to Chelsea.
The founder of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church cautions that such a transfer could adversely affect Osimhen’s career.
In a recent video, Ayodele urged Osimhen to reconsider joining the London club, asserting that a move to Chelsea could hinder his performance and career progression.
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CAFWCL: Edo Queens outclass Hassacas Ladies 3-0, through to semis
Edo Queens thrashed Ghana’s Hassacas Ladies 3-0 in their second group game at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League qualifier in Bouake on Wednesday night.
The Nigerian champions sealed a place in the semi-final of the competition following their win.
The first half ended 0-0, with both teams failing to convert the chances they created.
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Edo Queens thrashed Ghana’s Hassacas Ladies 3-0 in their second group game at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League qualifier in Bouake on Wednesday night.
The Nigerian champions sealed a place in the semi-final of the competition following their win.
The first half ended 0-0, with both teams failing to convert the chances they created.
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