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Nigeria-born American defender, Ayọ Oke, has made history following a landmark transfer to Denver Summit FC, becoming the most expensive incoming American player in the history of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Denver Summit FC have reached an agreement with Mexican giants Pachuca to sign the highly-rated defender from the Liga MX Femenil. The record-setting transfer fee marks a major milestone in women’s professional football in the United States and underscores the growing global value of top female talents. Ayọ Oke, celebrated for her defensive intelligence, strength, and calmness on the ball, rose to prominence during her impressive spell with Pachuca. Her consistent performances attracted interest from clubs across North America and Europe, but Denver Summit FC ultimately won the race for her signature in what is being described as a market-defining deal. The signing sends a strong signal of ambition from Denver Summit FC, one of the newest entrants into th...

Nigeria-born American defender, Ayọ Oke, has made history following a landmark transfer to Denver Summit FC, becoming the most expensive incoming American player in the history of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Denver Summit FC have reached an agreement with Mexican giants Pachuca to sign the highly-rated defender from the Liga MX Femenil. The record-setting transfer fee marks a major milestone in women’s professional football in the United States and underscores the growing global value of top female talents. Ayọ Oke, celebrated for her defensive intelligence, strength, and calmness on the ball, rose to prominence during her impressive spell with Pachuca. Her consistent performances attracted interest from clubs across North America and Europe, but Denver Summit FC ultimately won the race for her signature in what is being described as a market-defining deal. The signing sends a strong signal of ambition from Denver Summit FC, one of the newest entrants into th...

Enyimba's versatile young midfielder, Isah Mohammed, has emerged as a pivotal figure in the team's resurgence, spearheading their charge to reclaim former glory.  The Aba-based club, a nine-time Nigerian league champion and two-time African Champions, had faced a decline in performance and silverware in recent years, but Mohammed's arrival has injected much-needed vitality into the squad. Joining Enyimba mid-season last year, the 19-year-old Abuja-born talent quickly made his presence felt, impressing with consistent performances before a tough injury forced him to the sidelines. However, under the guidance of interim coach Lawrence Ekeagwu, a former Nigerian international, Mohammed has continued to thrive, showcasing his skill and vision on the pitch. His latest contribution came in Enyimba's impressive 3-0 thrashing of Shooting Stars in their last match of the year, where he provided a clever assist to set the tone for the victory. This standou...

Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye, has felicitated ex-international Daniel Amokachi on his birthday, and described him as a role model for the domestic league players. Amokachi turned 52 on December 30, and Elegbeleye says his footprints on the nation's football are remarkable. "As one of the home grown players that went to Europe and blossomed, Dan is a worthy ambassador of the domestic league", the NPFL Chairman said in his tribute to the star famously nicknamed "The Bull". Elegbeleye also recalled that the inborn desire to contribute to the growth of the domestic league made Amokachi return to Nigeria to play for Nasarawa United at the end of his European career in 2005. "Like football stars from Argentina, Brazil and South Africa, the Bull hung his boots in Europe but came back here to inspire the younger generation of players on the pitch when he joined Nasarawa United in 2005.  Thi...

Chairman/ Chief Executive Officer of Big C  Real Estate and Properties, Amb. Joachim Aforjama has promised continuous support to the country's professional wrestlers to enable them once more rule the mats man game globally. He gave the assurance in his country home in  Ukunu Village, Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State during the maiden Big C Mania 2025  Wrestling Championship which he hosted. According to Aforjama, who is the national patron of Nigeria Pro- Wrestling Federation,  Nigeria boasts of talented wrestlers who can rule the world in the sports like late Power Mike Okpara did during his life time ; saying that he will always be there to support the game. " I'm really impressed  with the talents displayed by these wrestlers and they need our encouragement to enable them write the country's name in gold in the sports and for me, I will always support their activities. " When you look at their performance today, the fans were ...

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has rolled out drums to celebrate with Christians, particularly the sporting media on the celebration of the Birth of Jesus Christ, known as Christmas. SWAN in a statement by the its President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, through the Association's Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Thursday December 25, 2025, noted the celebration gives Christians opportunity not just to merry but to reflect on the personality of the Son of God, Jesus Christ. The SWAN President then urged Nigerians to cheer-up at this time and always, bearing in mind that the challenges facing mankind are only momentary. He said, "It's with great joy that we rejoice on a day like this. Christmas remind us of the essence of Jesus Christ. It's a day to reflect and take stock with a view to find solace going forward. "Despite economic and other challenges facing mankind, the living joy posits that there is always hope for better times ahea...