By Ojeikere Aikhoje With a record N80 million total prize purse for the 2026 edition and N40 million won by champions, Okoroma United, Bayelsa State’s Prosperity Cup has evolved from a community football initiative into one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing sports properties. Okoroma United’s N40 million prize money is a record …
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Bayelsa State has reinforced its growing reputation as a major investor in grassroots sports development after the 2026 edition of the Prosperity Cup delivered what is the biggest prize purse in Nigerian grassroots football. Champions Okoroma United walked away with ₦40 million following their triumph in the state-backed tournament, underlining …
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Guinness Nigeria Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and corporate transparency following a media engagement session held in Lagos, where the company provided deeper insight into its business performance, governance structure, and long-term strategic direction. During the engagement, the company highlighted key milestones since the start …
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FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and the leading financial inclusion service provider, is set to receive prestigious recognitions for its sustained contribution to Nigeria’s fast evolving sports industry at the forthcoming Sports Industry Awards Nigeria. The event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, May 19, in Lagos. Organised …
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Going Up Innovative Lagos side, Sporting Lagos, celebrated its return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, in style with a picture on its Official X account depicting players as astronauts. With “Going Up” & “Promoted to the 26/27 NPFL”, Sporting’s message was clear! Sporting won away at Osun United …
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Nubank, one of the world’s largest digital financial services platforms, has expanded its sports presence with the acquisition of the naming rights to Allianz Parque, home ground of Palmeiras, in a long‑term partnership signed with WTorre, the company that manages the venue. It was also called Arena Palmeiras. The move …
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US sportswear brand, Nike, is set to return as Official Match Ball supplier for the UEFA Champions League from 2027 through 2031. Nike will have to design a new ball as Adidas hold rights to the current star design. The iconic Champions League ball will be redesigned next year …
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FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced its sponsorship of the maiden edition of the Samuel Okwaraji Under 16 Football Championship. The nationwide youth football tournament is organised to honour the late Samuel Okwaraji, one of Nigeria’s most celebrated football legends …
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Major League Soccer side, Inter Milan, which parades Lionel Messi has announced a new five-year deal with leading sportswear brand, adida. According to the club, the extension consolidates on a partnership that has been significant to the Club since its inception and reflects a shared long-term vision to …
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By Garvin Gibbon Manchester City’s disappointing campaign last season has been reflected in the annual Deloitte Football Money League, as the Abu Dhabi-backed English Premier League Club dropped down the table. Last year was the first in eight that City, which is owned by the Abu Dhabi United Group, finished …
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