Football and Society

The Italian Football Federation has postponed all domestic football matches scheduled for Easter Monday including Serie A, lower divisions, and amateur levels following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88. The announcement, made in agreement with Italian footballing bodies, means that games involving Nigerian internationals Maduka Okoye and Fisayo […]

John Obi Mikel and Celestine Babayaro represented Nigeria in style as part of the Chelsea Legends team that faced Liverpool in the annual LFC Foundation charity match at Anfield on Saturday. Despite their efforts, the Blues were defeated 2-0 by their Merseyside rivals. Mikel was one of the standout performers for Chelsea, commanding the midfield

Super Eagles defender Shehu Abdullahi is not just making an impact on the football pitch he is also a driving force behind grassroots sports development and youth empowerment in Sokoto State. His journey from playing at Kano Pillars to representing Nigeria on the international stage has shaped his vision of giving back to his community.

The Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL has taken a major step toward securing the future of its players by partnering with Hungarian universities to provide educational opportunities alongside football careers. NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, met with representatives from the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, led by Dr. Zoltán Lakner, in Abuja to

The Federal Capital Territory FCT Sports Department and the FCT chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing sports development through stronger collaboration. During a strategic meeting held at the FCT Sports Department office in Abuja on Monday, February 24, 2025, FCT Director of Sports Luka Istifanus and

As Valentine’s Day celebrations filled with romance unfold across Nigeria, the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation NAFF has given the occasion a deeper meaning through the “Kick for Love” initiative. Held on February 14, 2025, in nine cities including Lagos, Kaduna, and Jos, the event aims to foster inclusivity and community for athletes with disabilities. NAFF

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, a former Beyond Limits FA standout now playing for Sampdoria on loan from Inter Milan, was subjected to racial abuse during a Serie B match against Brescia at the Stadio Mario Rigamonti. The 20 year old midfielder signalled to the referee, Davide Massa, after hearing racist chants from Brescia fans, leading to a

Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi has extended his philanthropic efforts by opening a temporary shop in East London to provide free groceries for families in need during Christmas. Named “AleXpress,” the initiative aimed to spread festive cheer by offering essentials, including turkeys, to those struggling to afford holiday dinners. Through this thoughtful gesture, Iwobi demonstrated

Enyimba FC, one of Nigeria’s Premier Football League giants, recently visited former Nigerian captain and coach Christian “Chairman” Chukwu at his residence in Trans Ekulu, Enugu. The visit, led by the club’s Sporting Director Ifeanyi Ekwueme on behalf of Chairman Nwankwo Kanu, was a gesture to honour Chukwu’s legacy and reaffirm his significance to the

In a heartwarming display of community service, players of El-Kanemi Warriors FC visited the Specialist Hospital Maiduguri and the Fatima Ali Sheriff Orphanage Home to support the less privileged. The initiative, conducted after their training session ahead of their Nigeria Premier League match against Abia Warriors, is part of a monthly effort to engage with