Hon Bukola Olopade ,the Director General of the National Sports Commission, has commended the NNL Board under the leadership of Mr. George Aluo for staging what he described as a “classy and world-class” NNL Super Four Draw in Lagos, while praising Toptier Sports Management for its transformative investment in the league. The Nigeria National League continues to cement its place as the most important league in the country, serving as the critical bridge between the Nigeria Premier Football League and the Nationwide League One. With its focus on youth development and competitive structure, the NNL remains a proven pipeline for…
Author: Pelumi Adele
The leadership of the Maritme Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN) under its President -General, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi in collaboration with Nigerian Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association (NMNO-WTSSA), have vowed to unionize the Maritme Workers in the employment of Temile Development Company Nig. Ltd; situated at No. 2, Omedu Street, Rumueme, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. It would be recalled that the Maritme Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), had severally written letters of Unionization to the aforementioned company based in Port Harcourt for the unionization of its members-the MWUN and NMNO-WTSSSA respectively, but Temile Development Company has…
By Olanrewaju Agiri The Leader of the Tinubu Faithful Group and National Director-General of the Oduduwa Support Groups Organisation, Hon. Otunba Olusola Orelaja, has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus governorship candidates in Ogun and Lagos States—Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) and Dr. Obafemi Hamzat—describing their emergence as a reflection of party unity and strategic leadership. Orelaja gave the commendation following the APC strategic caucus meeting held on April 13, 2026, at the party’s state secretariat along Abiola Way in Abeokuta. At the meeting, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, formally unveiled Senator Adeola as the party’s consensus candidate…
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has released a list of 24 athletes for the forthcoming World Athletics Relays scheduled for May 2 and 3 in Gaborone, Botswana.The list made public by the AFN’s Technical Committee after the successful entries included veteran athletes such as Patience Okon George, Blessing Ogundiran, Chidi Okezie, Ojeli Ifeanyi Emmanuel, Enoch Adegoke and Favour Oghene-Tejiri Ashe. The list also included new kids on the blocks as Gafari Badmus, Asuquo Ezekiel Eno, Lawrence Jacinta, Jimoh Toheebat and Tejiri Godwin. Team Nigeria is competing in all the 6 relays.
The MTN CHAMPS Season 4 train made its final stop in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, with the Grand Final officially unveiled at a press conference held on Monday, April 13.The event brought together key stakeholders from government, sports administration, and corporate organisations, all reaffirming their commitment to grassroots athletics development in Nigeria. Top Dignitaries in AttendanceAmong the notable dignitaries present were Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Wasilat Adegoke; General Manager of the Oyo State Sports Council, Tunde Ajibike; and Nigeria School Sports Federation (NSSF) Special Adviser (South), HRM Jacob Dairo Olutayo.Also in attendance were MTN executives…
Tonic FC and Phang Nga United FC are proud to announce a strategic partnership aimed at elevating Nigerian football talent into the lucrative Asian market. In a joint press release signed by Prince Dapo Ajibade and Russ Horsley, both representing the teams, under the agreement, Tonic FC will send selected players to Phang Nga United, providing opportunities for Nigerian players to develop and thrive in Thailand’s competitive football scene. This partnership will enable Tonic FC, to tap into Asia’s highly rewarding football market, creating a pathway for talented players to showcase their skills globally. Prince Dapo Ajibade, representing Tonic FC,…
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Plans are underway to host a major investment forum aimed at unlocking economic opportunities and accelerating sustainable development across the Niger Delta region. The Niger Delta Investment and Economic Summit, conceived as a high-impact investment platform, is expected to bring together investors, policymakers, development partners and industry leaders to explore scalable and bankable opportunities in the oil-rich region. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to flag off the summit scheduled to hold in Port Harcourt, the River state capital. Speaking during the inauguration of consultants for the summit, Chairman of the Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and…
By Pelumi Adele It was indeed a colourful atmosphere at the Redeemed Christian Church of God Camp ground Mowe, on Friday 13 March, 2026 for the grand finale of the General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God football tournament in honour of Daddy G,O’s birthday. Pas E.A Adeboye clocked 84 years on 2nd March 2026 and the Director of Sports, Professor Raimi Moronfolu, who was recently elected as the President of Nigeria Society for Sports Management ( NSSM) felt that there is no better way to celebrated Daddy G.O’s birthday allowing Nigerian youths to tap from his anointing by bringing…
By Pelumi Adele Nigerian football family mourns the loss of Henry Nwosu, a great player who battled for his life for 5 days in Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja. He passed away this morning . The news comes with great sadness from a close associate. Henry Nwosu MON will be remembered for his immense contributions to Nigerian football. May his soul rest in peace . Photo credit- Olanrewaju Agiri