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Kanyinsola Ajayi, Samuel Ogazi and More: 4 Nigerians Breaking Records in 2026

During the 2026 track season, Kanyinsola Ajayi, Samuel Ogazi, Jami Schlueter, and Chinecherem Nnamdi set new Nigerian national records across short sprints, the 400m, decathlon, an...

LA 2028 Olympics Race: Goal-happy Nkor, Oladipo, Moshood, 11 others train in Ikenne

total of 14 players trained on Monday evening as Nigeria’s Super Falcons commenced preparations for Friday’s 2028 Olympics Women’s Football Tournament qualifying match against the...

East African Athletes Top 2nd Enugu City Int’l Marathon, 

as Gov Mbah Vows to Make State Africa’s Sporting Capital Athletes from Kenya and Ethiopia have won the prime prizes in the 42km category as the Enugu City International Festival

AFN Warns Nigerian Athletes against Signing Unfavourable Deals

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the welfare and long-term interests of Nigerian athletes, insisting that no agreement entered...

Tobi Amusan, Kayinsola Ajayi, Ezekiel Nathaniel & 3 Relay Squads Book Tickets for Beijing 2027

Tobi Amusan, Kayinsola Ajayi, Ezekiel Nathaniel, and three relay teams have officially secured automatic qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing. The po...

National Assembly Charges Athletes to Win Medals at 2026 FEPSGA in Kano

Sunday Aborisade in AbujaThe management of the National Assembly has charged its contingent to the 2026 Federal Public Service Games (FEPSGA) in Kano to combine sporting excellence...

World Athletics Appoints Nesiama International Starter for 2026 YOG

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. Wo...

Tobi Amusan Claims $75,000 Silver Medal at World Athletics Ultimate Championship

Tobi Amusan secured silver and $75,000 at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest, clocking 12.34s in the women's 100m hurdles behind USA's Masai Russell. The post To...

Beijing 2027: Ajayi, Amusan, Nathaniel punch tickets to World Championships

Kayinsola Ajayi and Ezekiel Nathaniel have secured automatic qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing, China.

Gov Eno makes job offer to three Commonwealth Games medalists

The governor identified the medallists as Edidiong Umofia, who won gold in weightlifting; Ruth Nyong, silver in weightlifting; and Enku Ekuta, bronze in judo. The post Gov Eno make...

Odemwingie reveals how Nigeria’s men Olympic team ended up wearing Falcons’ kits in 2008

According to the former West Bromwich Albion forward, officials had apparently expected Nigeria to make an early exit and had already sent the squad’s main supply of kits back home...

Amusan storms back to win silver in dramatic 100m hurdles final

Amusan clocked 12.34 seconds to finish second behind American Masai Russell, who won the gold medal in 12.22 seconds, while Nadine Visser of the Netherlands took bronze in 12.39 se...

Nigeria’s preparations for 2027 African School Games on course – NOC president

The African School Games is expected to bring together young athletes from across the continent to compete in various sporting disciplines. The post Nigeria’s preparations for 2027...

Ultimate Championships: Ajayi finishes as fastest African in 100m final, wins $25,000

Kayinsola Ajayi missed the podium by the narrowest margin in Budapest, finishing fourth in the men’s 100m with 9.93 seconds as Kenny Bednarek won the inaugural World Athletics Ulti...

Nigeria’s women football legends set for Helsinki friendly

Players expected include Ayisat Yusuf and Francisca Agbara (Finland), Perpetual Nkwocha (Sweden), Prisca Imefule and Ogechukwu Onyinanya (Ireland), and Ropo Ojo (Finland), among ot...

Osimhen, Iheanacho, Lookman score in victories

Super Eagles stars Osimhen, Iheanacho, and Lookman all scored for their European clubs. Read about the Nigerian players’ impressive performances. Read More: https://punchng.com/os...

Young swimmers shine at 2nd Pan-African School Games

Young swimmers aged 11 to 15 from over 11 schools competed at the second Pan-African School Games held at James Hope College, Lekki. Read More: https://punchng.com/young-swimmers-...

Ballon d’Or: List of Nigerian footballers who have been shortlisted for award

Nigeria has produced several footballers who have earned recognition among the world’s best players, with a number of them receiving nominations for the prestigious Ballon d’Or awa...

Tobi Amusan Wins Silver, $75,000 at Inaugural  World Athletics Ultimate Championship

Tobi Amusan secured a silver medal and $75,000 prize money on the opening day of the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest, Hungary. The former world record...

How more Nigerian-born players are switching to represent other African countries

From a former Golden Eaglets goalkeeper representing Uganda to Nigerian-born players choosing Malawi, Sudan and Benin Republic, footballers with Nigerian connections are finding in...

Mark English sets PB after finishing sixth in World Ultimate Championship final as Rhasidat Adeleke misses out

Amusan claims Grand Prix Brescia win ahead DL final

Tobi Amusan claims victory at Grand Prix Brescia with a 12.56s finish, setting the stage for a thrilling Diamond League final showdown. Read More: https://punchng.com/amusan-claim...

2026 FIBA WWC: D’Tigress name final 12-Player squad

DTigress head coach Rena Wakama has officially announced Nigerias final 12-player roster for the 2026

2028 Olympics qualifiers: Eguaveon confirms first squad for Nigeria

Augustine Eguavoen has announced his first squad for the Super Falcons of Nigeria ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers. The post 2028 Olympics qualifiers: Eguaveon confirms...