Remodelled Adamasingba Stadium Set For Commissioning
The Project Manager, Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited, Engineer Femi James has said the remodelled Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan is set for commissioning. James said this on Tuesday shortly after the inspection of the facility by sports journalists saying the pitch, changing rooms, seats and many others are ready. He spoke on some of the things that has been upgraded...
Adelaja Owolabi: “Ram Sports Engages The Youths”
Ram Fighting interests and engages the youths, says Adelaja Owolabi, a member of the Ram Lovers Association of Nigeria. The 2021 edition of the Lagos State Ram Lovers Association Governor's Cup hit off earlier this at the National Stadium Surulere. Speaking with Sports247 at the event, Owolabi said: "Ram sports is second only to football around here. It keeps the youths...
Aisha Buhari Cup: Cameroon Calls Up 10 Foreign-Based Players
Head Coach Gabriel Zabo has extended invitations to 10 overseas-based players ahead of the Aisha Buhari Invitational Women’s Tournament holding in the City of Lagos, 13th – 21st September. The 10 players will join the successful ones from the 30 home-based ladies who were called to camp earlier. THE PLAYERS: Carole Mimboue (AJ Auxerre); Claudine Meffometou (FC Fleury 91); Kith...
Aisha Buhari Cup: Four Super Falcons To Watch Out For
As the countdown begins for the prestigious Aisha Buhari Invitational Tournament, we list four key Super Falcons players to watch out for Asisat Oshoala, Onome Ebi, Rita Chikwelu and Rasheedat Ajibade Asisat Oshoala is the reigning African Woman Player of the Year. She is a toast of all fans in African football. A role model in football for the upcoming...
Omagbemi Thumbs Up Aisha Buhari Cup Tournament
Pioneer captain of Nigeria’s Senior Women National Team, Florence Omagbemi has posited that the upcoming Aisha Buhari Invitational Women’s Tournament is a great booster to the development and sustainability of women football on the African continent. The 46-year-old, who is the first woman to have won the Women Africa Cup of Nations both as a player and as a coach,...
SPORTS MINISTER, DARE EXTOLS VIRTUES OF THE LATE SENATOR DUROJAIYE
Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Chief Sunday Dare has described the demise of former Chairman of Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), Senator Olabiyi Durojaiye as a huge loss to the nation. Describing the late politician as a strong advocate of democracy, Dare acknowledged the roles played by the late Senator in the sustenance of democratic virtues at all levels of...
Great Abeokuta 10KM Race Unveils Rite Foods As Headline Sponsor
Nilayo Sports Management Limited, organizers of the Great Abeokuta 10KM Race has announced Rite Foods Limited as the headline sponsor of the race. Mr. Bukola Olopade, the Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited said "We are delighted to announce Rite Foods Limited as Headline sponsor of the second edition of Great Abeokuta 10KM Race. This partnership also perfectly coincides...
16 Teams Battle For Nigeria Challenger Teqball Series
No fewer than 16 teams from 11 States would battle for the ultimate prizes at the maiden edition of the Nigeria Challenger Series The championship tagged ‘Abuja 2021’ which is organized by the Nigeria Teqball Federation (NIGTEQ) would take centre stage from 26th to 29th August 2021. The first phase of the tournament will take place from 26-27th at the...
FIVB U19 : Nigeria Lose To India In Opening Match
Two times African Champion, Nigeria lost to India 3-1 (17-25, 25-23, 25-21, 26-24) in their opening match at the ongoing 2021 FIVB U19 Boys Volleyball World Volleyball Championship in Iran.
El Clasico Matches Set Up To Celebrate G12 Founder At 45
Some section of clubs and coaches have come together to celebrate the profound contribution and committment of G12 Football Club president in person of Hakeem Mustapha Olatunji through a 4 team tourney in honor of the philanthropic giver, one who is concerned about youth growth and development as he celebrates his 45th birthday. Four teams will be participating in the...
