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CAF Demands $30m Fee From Kenya To Secure AFCON 2027 Hosting Role

The Confederation of African Football has formally instructed Kenya to pay a $30 million hosting commitment fee as confirmation of its readiness to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). ‎ …

Victor Osimhen Eyes Istanbulspor Takeover, NPFL Investment

By The Nigerian Observer

March 24, 2026

NPFL26: Again, Bendel Insurance FC, Warri Wolves settle for draw

By Kehinde Osagiede

March 23, 2026

FIFA, CAF Delegates Arrive As NFF Holds Extraordinary Assembly in Yenogoa

By The Nigerian Observer

March 23, 2026

AFCON Final Saga: I'm Not At Odds With Morocco, I Was Misinterpreted – Le Roy

By The Nigerian Observer

March 23, 2026

Wuraola Hussain Selected for World Rugby Women in Rugby Careers Programme

By The Nigerian Observer

March 23, 2026

Preparation ahead of Commonwealth Games exposes neglect and systemic failure in Nigerian sports

D’Tigress hold 8th spot as France rise in FIBA Women’s ranking

Hakimi rejects AFCON title, backs Senegal’s victory despite CAF ruling

AFCON 2025: Senegal rejects CAF AFCON title ruling, heads to CAS as Morocco defends decision

Nigeria fall 81-73 to Germany despite spirited fight at FIBA qualifiers

FIFA Confirms DR Congo’s Place in 2026 World Cup Play-Off Despite Nigeria’s Protest

Edo FA Cup Tourney To Kick off March 31 As Draws Holds In Benin

FIFA World Cup Playoffs: NFF appeals FIFA’s decision on petition against DR Congo

Akor Adams reflects on gains of AFCON on his career

11 Days to Go: Sneak Peak into 17 Para Athletics Events Lined Up for 3rd National Para Games, Abuja 2026

NWFL26: Captain Deborah Confident Edo Queens are unstoppable As Team Face Heartland Queens

Morocco Declared AFCON 2025 Champions as CAF Rules Senegal Forfeited Final

Over 150 students participate in Ebonyi maiden Secondary School cricket training

Osimhen and Onuachu Make History in Turkish Süper Lig Victories

FIFA Appoints African Referee For Crucial 2026 World Cup Playoff Fixtures In Mexico

FG fulfils Tinubu’s promises to D’Tigress with houses, national honours

FIBA World Cup qualifier: France edge D’Tigress 93–86

Betting Scandal Rocks MLS As Two African Players Banned For Life

D'tigress impress at FIBA Women's World Cup qualifiers

Enabulele Lauds Sportsville Nomination, Reaffirms Commitment to Transforming Edo Sports

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SPORTS

NPFL26: Bendel Insurance FC pip Abia Warriors

April 12, 2026 at 08:31 PM

OBSERVER CARTOON

Sustaining the Crackdown on Edo’s Revenue Predators

August 11, 2025 at 10:05 AM

CAF Demands $30m Fee From Kenya To Secure AFCON 2027 Hosting Role

Victor Osimhen Eyes Istanbulspor Takeover, NPFL Investment

NPFL26: Again, Bendel Insurance FC, Warri Wolves settle for draw

FIFA, CAF Delegates Arrive As NFF Holds Extraordinary Assembly in Yenogoa

AFCON Final Saga: I'm Not At Odds With Morocco, I Was Misinterpreted – Le Roy

Wuraola Hussain Selected for World Rugby Women in Rugby Careers Programme

Preparation ahead of Commonwealth Games exposes neglect and systemic failure in Nigerian sports

D’Tigress hold 8th spot as France rise in FIBA Women’s ranking

Hakimi rejects AFCON title, backs Senegal’s victory despite CAF ruling

AFCON 2025: Senegal rejects CAF AFCON title ruling, heads to CAS as Morocco defends decision

Nigeria fall 81-73 to Germany despite spirited fight at FIBA qualifiers

FIFA Confirms DR Congo’s Place in 2026 World Cup Play-Off Despite Nigeria’s Protest

Edo FA Cup Tourney To Kick off March 31 As Draws Holds In Benin

FIFA World Cup Playoffs: NFF appeals FIFA’s decision on petition against DR Congo

Akor Adams reflects on gains of AFCON on his career

11 Days to Go: Sneak Peak into 17 Para Athletics Events Lined Up for 3rd National Para Games, Abuja 2026

NWFL26: Captain Deborah Confident Edo Queens are unstoppable As Team Face Heartland Queens

Morocco Declared AFCON 2025 Champions as CAF Rules Senegal Forfeited Final

Over 150 students participate in Ebonyi maiden Secondary School cricket training

Osimhen and Onuachu Make History in Turkish Süper Lig Victories

FIFA Appoints African Referee For Crucial 2026 World Cup Playoff Fixtures In Mexico

FG fulfils Tinubu’s promises to D’Tigress with houses, national honours

FIBA World Cup qualifier: France edge D’Tigress 93–86

Betting Scandal Rocks MLS As Two African Players Banned For Life

D'tigress impress at FIBA Women's World Cup qualifiers

Enabulele Lauds Sportsville Nomination, Reaffirms Commitment to Transforming Edo Sports

NPFL26: Bendel Insurance FC pip Abia Warriors

Sustaining the Crackdown on Edo’s Revenue Predators

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