Nigerian News Leader
First with details then facts 
By Princess Simon (Bureau Chief North Central, in Minna)
The Chairman Niger State Sports Commission (NSSC), Comrade Danjuma Abdul Masu, has announced plans by the state government to create Grassroot Sports Department, aimed at setting the road map towards discovering young talents that will represent the state at zonal, national and international sporting events.
By Mohammed Nasir Shuaibu (Bauchi State Correspondent)
Bauchi State has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive sports development as it prepares to participate in the third National Para Games in Abuja.
By Chinelo Ogbodo (Enugu State Correspondent)
The Enugu State Commissioner of Police, Mamman Bitrus Giwa, on March 26, 2026, joined the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 13, Abayomi Peter Oladipo, in appreciating sports personnel of the Zone.
By Mohammed Nasir Shuaibu (Bauchi State Correspondent)
The Nigerian football community has been thrown into mourning following the death of Sani Zubairu, President of the Nigeria Football Referees Association (NFRA).
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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) had initially overturned Senegal's 1–0 victory due to alleged violations of Articles 82 and 84 following a penalty decision dispute during stoppage time. This led to the match being declared a 3–0 forfeit in favor of Morocco.
By Princess Simon (Bureau Chief North Central, in Minna)
Niger state government has donated N2 million to the state's darling team, Niger Tornadoes Football club of Minna for sealing their last encounter with Rivers United Football Club (RUFC) with one unreplied goal.
