Archive for October 22nd, 2009

We’re Ready for Germany-Nigerian Coach

By  Chigozie Chukwuleta(Abuja)

u17NigerialogoNigeria’s Golden Eaglets coach, John Obu says his team will go all out for a win against Germany on Saturday when they meet in the opening game of the U-17 World Cup at the magnificent Abuja Stadium. (more…)

NPL Opens Secretariat Complex

The Nigerian Premier League Board led by Chief Oyuiki Obaseki will tomorrow commission its newly acquired Office Complex. (more…)

Heartland Dream Champions League Title

In spite of its recent poor runs in the local league, Nigeria’s representatives and finalist of the CAF Champions league, Heartland FC have remained confident of clinching the trophy as the second Nigerian side to accomplish the feat. (more…)

Lawmakers Slam U-17 Media

By  Chigozie Chukwuleta(Abuja)

Barely 48 hours to the opening ceremony of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, Nigeria 2009, the level of awareness for the tournament has remained a source of worry to the country’s lawmakers. (more…)

FIFA Media Welcomes Colleagues Nigeria 2009

FIFA and the Local Organizing Committee would like to welcome all accredited media to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Nigeria 2009. The team of FIFA media officers and the LOC staff will be at the venues to support you during this tournament. As for all FIFA tournaments, the FIFA Media Channel will be your primary source of information. Please consult it on a regular basis as it will provide you with a lot of useful information, such as statistics, background information and other news about the tournament. In addition, you will find operational information including a calendar tool with all training schedules and media activities. (more…)

Dutch Team Wants Tight Security in Calabar

The Netherlands are very conscious of their security in Calabar and do not hide it. They have heard so much about the militancy in the South-South region of Nigeria, and would not want to be caught in the web. (more…)