Some sports enthusiasts in Nigeria have advised the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, to appoint capable administrators to oversee sports during his tenure. Tinubu’s manifesto for sports development includes training, athlete funding, using sports as a tool for national unity, and making sports a business. The enthusiasts emphasized the importance of putting technocrats and professionals in charge of sports development, upgrading stadiums to international standards, and keeping sports facilities functional. They believe that a thriving sports industry could turn Nigeria’s fortunes around by producing athletes that bring glory to the country and making Nigeria a global force to reckon with.
England vs Belgium: Southgate confirms player that will captain Three Lions
England manager Gareth Southgate has confirmed that Declan Rice will captain the team for Tuesday’s international friendly against Belgium. Rice played all 90 minutes as the Three Lions lost 1-0 to Brazil on Saturday. The Arsenal midfielder will now...