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10 Essential News Highlights from Nigerian Newspapers this Sunday Morning
A round-up of the top 10 news stories making headlines in Nigerian newspapers this Sunday.
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NPFL
NPFL: Katsina United Stage Comeback, Hold Plateau United to 2-2 Draw
In a thrilling NPFL matchday 10 encounter at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on Saturday, Katsina United staged a late comeback against Plateau United, holding them to a 2-2…
Other Sports
Ghana and Nigeria Advance to Round of 16 at 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup
In a historic feat, Ghana and Nigeria have qualified for the Round of 16 at the ongoing 2026 Under-17 Women's World Cup.
Sport
FIFA Takes Over Nigerian Football: Normalisation Committee Approved
In a bid to resolve the ongoing leadership crisis in the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), FIFA has approved the appointment of a normalisation committee to manage the affairs…
NPFL
Rivers United Aims to Topple Rangers in NPFL – Olanrewaju
Rivers United, led by assistant coach Yemi Olanrewaju, aspires to challenge for the NPFL title this season, following a strong start.
Basketball
Forty Talented Players Advance to Ekiti for Ajayi Elebire Elite Basketball Camp
After a rigorous selection process in Lagos, 40 promising basketball players are set to attend the prestigious Ajayi Elebire Elite Basketball Camp in Ekiti.
International Football
Angry Algerian Fans Attack Coach, Vandalise Stadium After Rangers Defeat
MC Alger fans allegedly attacked their assistant coach and vandalised the stadium in Abeokuta following a 2-0 loss to Enugu Rangers in a CAF match.
NPFL
NPFL: Abdallah Optimistic Ranchers Bees Will Rebound from Poor Start
Ranchers Bees technical adviser, Usman Abdallah, expresses confidence that his team will improve following a shaky start to the NPFL season.
Basketball
Dikko Urges Unity After Abdullahi’s Election as NBBF President
NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko has called for unity after Abdullahi's election as the new NBBF president, as reported by Punch Newspapers and the News Agency of Nigeria.
NPFL
Inter Lagos Turns to Olusanjo Olutayo After Giwa’s Exit in EuroMatch NPFL
Following the departure of Coach Giwa, Inter Lagos FC has appointed Olusanjo Olutayo as the new head coach for the remainder of the EuroMatch NPFL season.
NPFL
NPFL Roundup: Plateau United’s Impressive Victory over Kano Pillars
Plateau United delivered a dominant performance in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), trouncing Kano Pillars 4-0.
Football
NPFL: Ikorodu City Takes Victory Over Kwara United
In a highly anticipated match of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Ikorodu City emerged victorious over Kwara United with a 2-0 score at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena…
International Football
Adegbesan Backs Nigeria to Retain African Scrabble Crown
Nigeria's Scrabble captain, Adegbesan, expresses confidence in retaining the African Scrabble championship.
Nigeria
Rebuilding Grassroots Sports in Nigeria: National Summit Aims to Pave a New Pathway
The Nigerian government is organizing a National Summit to rebuild the grassroots sports pathway, aiming to create a new future for Nigerian sports.
Other Sports
Nigeria Hosts Africa’s Leading Women Golfers at AACT 2026
Blueprint Newspapers reports that Nigeria will host Africa's leading women golfers at the AACT 2026 tournament. This marks the second time Nigeria is hosting the event.