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Sokoto Approves N1.65 B For Construction Of Sports Arena, Hall
The Sokoto state executive council Wednesday, approved the sum of over N1.65 billion for the construction of a new sports arena and indoor hall.
A breakdown of the money approved indicates that while the sum of N1.2 billion will be spent…
‘Dump England For Nigeria’ – Victor Ikpeba To Arsenal’s Saka
Former Super Eagles forward Victor Ikpeba has showered encomiums on Bukayo Saka and wants the Arsenal youngster to play for Nigeria at the international level.
Saka has been Arsenal’s standout performer this season, leading to…
Arsenal Captain Aubameyang demands £250K per week to stay
Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has reportedly demanded a new three-year deal worth £250,000-a-week to extend his stay at the north London club.
According to ESPN, Aubameyang, 31, is open to remaining at Arsenal with…
Messi Cancels Negotiations, Set For Barcelona Exit In 2021
Football’s marriage made in heaven is about to come crashing as Lionel Messi is said to be set to depart Barcelona in 2021 when his contract runs out.
According to Spanish radio network Cadena Ser, Messi has called off…
Man City Thrash Champions Liverpool Mercilessly
Manchester City gave a guard of honour to new champions Liverpool before their Premier League match on Thursday — but showed no mercy by thrashing them 4-0 at the Etihad stadium.
With the title secured a week ago, there was…
COVID-19: Budgeted FIFA Revenues For 2020 Drop More Than Half Of Its Original Projections
FIFA is now budgeting for this year’s revenues to come in a little more than half of its original projections, as a consequence of coronavirus.
A revised budget published last week puts total revenue for the current year at…
Deontay Wilder ‘Very Confident’ Of Beating Fury In Trilogy
Deontay Wilder is ‘very, very confident’ of beating Tyson Fury in their trilogy fight, according to promoter Frank Warren.
Fury dismantled the Bronze Bomber for the WBC title in February after their first bout ended in a draw.…
‘Quit average Arsenal Now’ – Emmanuel Petit tells Aubameyang
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has advised star striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to leave the ‘average club’ for greener pastures.
Aubameyang has been a hit since joining the Gunners from Borussia Dortmund for £56m…
Undertaker Retires From Professional Wrestling At 55
Mark Calaway also know as the Undertaker has retired from professional wrestling at age 55.
The World Wrestling Entertainment WWE legend announced his exit from the wrestling business during the final episode of The Last Ride.…
Sports Commission Doles Out Relief Packages To Sports Writers
In order to cushion the effects of the COVID-19 lockdown on members of the Lagos Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Lagos State Sports Commission on Friday distributed packages,…