Ernest Okonkwo: The ‘Intercontinental Ballistic Missile’ Commentator
“Iron gate Emmanuel Okala throws the ball to Chairman Christian Chukwu. Chukwu taps the ball to the Dean of Defence Yisa Sofoluwe; Sofoluwe sends a
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Sports History
The day India beat the Green Eagles of Nigeria 99-1
It was unbelievable, implausible and incredible. The Green Eagles of Nigeria had been walloped 99-1 by a little known India
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Real reason why Africa boycotted the 1966 FIFA World Cup
FIFA (Federation International Football Association) awarded the 1966 World Cup tournament to England. A total number of 70 nations participated
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Why Nigeria, others boycotted the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games
The Olympic Games offer a uniquely peaceful and mutually respectful meeting-place for the nations of the world to showcase their
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Nigeria’s First Goalkeeper: Sam Henshaw Ibiam, the Black Magnet
Sam Henshaw Ibiam (April 4, 1925—December 2, 2015), popularly known as “The Black Magnet” during his playing days, was a
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