…covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.For Nigerian football fans who plan their weekends around Premier League fixtures, DStv’s decision to replace its Compact package with a Sports bouquet offers an interesting glimpse into its changing subscription strategy.The switch, int…
…October 7. Nigeria’s contrasting fortunes Morocco’s rise comes at a difficult time for Nigerian football, with the Super Eagles suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat against Guinea-Bissau in their latest 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Nigeria had entered the international window ranked 26th in the world, while Guinea-Bis…
Asa Asika confirmed that he and Davido jointly own a Nigerian football club called Inter LagosAsika revealed the club on a podcast, noting it had just earned promotion from the National LeagueThe music executive described their football investment as part of a broader long-term business strategyPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legi…
…case recovery scenarios for the Nigerian striker's groin injuryGalatasaray fans and Nigerian football followers are waiting for manager Okan Buruk to speak after the matchPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Victor Osimhen faces an uncertain road bac…
…from the public, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ordered for a comprehensive reform of Nigerian football. The President’s message underlined the severity of how bad Nigerian football has dropped in form and structure, that it has become a national emergency. In line with the president’s order, the National Sports Commissio…
…fee of €40 million, Ahanor's move marks a significant step for both the young talent and Nigerian football, as he could soon choose to don the green and white of Nigeria instead of Italy’s national team.
"I was so frightened I took laws into my hands" Woman retracts statement accusing Nigerian footballer Victor Ebele of r@pe (video) A Nigerian woman who alleged she was r@ped by Singapore-based Nigerian footballer, Victor Ebele, has retracted her statement. In 2025, Chioma Oniniwu took to X to allege that she was r@ped…
…guest on John Obi Mikel's The Obi One Podcast, Martins argued that the administration of Nigerian football requires a capable young leader who understands the system and the aspirations of fans."We just need someone that can help-a young person that understands the game and the system," Martins said. "I think Seyi Tinu…
…- football star, Jay Jay Okocha jokes after dancing with his daughter at her wedding Nigerian football legend Austin 'Jay-Jay' Okocha shared a heartwarming father-daughter dance with his daughter, Daniella, at her white wedding in Marbella, Spain on Saturday, August 29. In a video shared by one of the guests and repost…
…by the NFF on Thursday as the Federal Government moves to overhaul the administration of Nigerian football. In a statement published on its official website, the NFF said, “Following Thursday’s resignations of Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau as President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Dr Mohammed Sanusi as General Secre…
…with family, friends and stakeholders, and was taken in the best interests of Nigerian football. He defended his time at the helm, pointing to coaching education reforms, greater stability in the Nigeria Premier Football League calendar, improved refereeing standards in continental competitions and the development of a…
…Villa Wednesday night to meet with presidency on the crisis that has engulfed Nigerian football with another meeting with the Chief of Staff to the president. Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila scheduled for yesterday. Meanwhile an NFF Board member, Nse Essien yesterday dismissed reports claiming that the Federal Government is…
…adds to a difficult period for the NFF board, led by president Ibrahim Gusau. Nigerian football fans have grown increasingly vocal in calling for the board to step down following a string of poor performances by the national teams.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The Supe…
…of pending court judgments,” Jalla said in a statement. “The group that hijacked Nigerian football since 2008 — the State Football Association chairmen — has shown clearly over the years that they lack the capacity to move Nigerian football forward, simply because they cannot give what they do not have. “Who would part…
Nigerian footballer di£s after suffering medical emergency during pre-season friendly Ozoh Chinedu, a newly signed player of Katsina United Football Club and former Kano Pillars player, has d!ed suddenly, throwing the Katsina football community into mourning. Chinedu reportedly di£d in the early hours of Tuesday, Augus…
Nigerian football stakeholders remain divided over calls for the suspension of the Nigeria Football Federation elections, even as former internationals point to the country’s recent setbacks in continental football as evidence of a system in need of urgent reform, The PUNCH reports. Former Dream Team star Abiodun Obafe…
…others and the Confederation of African Football have expressed continued support. Nigerian football fans reacted swiftly to the NFF’s statement on X. #HenryIkwunemere wrote “We know you na. You would never. In fact, you would lay a comfortable bed and sleep with….” #WallyTTweets commented “Nobody expected yo…
John Obi Mikel, the celebrated Nigerian football legend, is known for his illustrious career on the pitch, but his personal life is equally intriguing. At its centre is his stunning and business-savvy partner, Olga Diyachenko. She is a Russian entrepreneur and former model and has been with Mikel for over a decade.Form…
…Sophia Egbueje spotted enjoying a luxury holiday on a Greek island at the same time Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen is also vacationing there Popular Nigerian Socialite Sophia Egbueje has been spotted enjoying a luxury holiday on a Greek island at the same time Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen is also vacati…
…said the incident remained one of the most painful memories of his association with Nigerian football, lamenting that despite leading the Dream Team to Africa’s first-ever Olympic football gold, he not only missed out on government recognition but also lost the medal that symbolised the greatest achievement of his coac…
…could shine on home soil Hosting the ceremony could provide a special occasion for Nigerian football if Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen or Ademola Lookman are shortlisted for the Men’s Player of the Year award. Both players enjoyed impressive campaigns during the past season and are expected to be among the leading c…
…League to drive digital transformation, strengthen commercial capacity, and position Nigerian football clubs for sustainable revenue growth. The commitment was reaffirmed on Wednesday during the NPFL–Afrinvest Media and Marketing Workshop in Enugu, where media officers and marketing heads from all 20 NPFL clubs underwe…
…is tied to the competition's results, making the defeat even harder to absorb for Nigerian football fans who had expected the Super Falcons to begin their title defence with a win.As noted by CAF, Nigeria must now regroup quickly. Their next Group match is against Zambia, a side that thrashed Egypt 6-0 in their own ope…
…from her bachelorette party in Greece ahead of wedding Daniella, daughter of legendary Nigerian football star Austin "Jay-Jay" Okocha, has shared photos from her bachelorette party in Rhodes, Greece. "Hen Do dump. I had the best time with my girls," she captioned the post. Daniella and her husband, Leonard Okorocha g…
…to do anything about it.” A former Nigeria international, Edema Fuludu echoed, “Every Nigerian football fan is still bitter that in two consecutive World Cups we did not attend. It shows that we need to do more, apart from just talking. We must work on the talk.” Working the talk, Fuludu insisted, means “the NFF must n…