Organizers of Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football spectacle, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament tagged Prosperity Cup have congratulated the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Dr Bashir Adewale Adeniyi on his emergence as President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, NWF.The Customs boss pooled 14 votes out of the 14 executive members to succeed Dr Daniel Igali as President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation in the elective congress held at the Gymnasium Hall, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Director General of the tournament Mr. Ono Akpe in a congratulatory message on…
Author: Pelumi Adele
The immediate past Vice President of the Taekwondo Federation of Nigeria ( TAN ), Tayo Kuburat Popoola has been elected as the New President of the Federation. Popoola emerged as the substantive President of the Federation at the election conducted by the the National Sports Commission ( NSC ) at the Gymnasium hall of the package ‘B’ of the MKO National stadium, Abuja. Popoola who hails from the South West zone, clinched the apex position by emerging unopposed following the withdrawal of former President, Chief Jonathan Nnaji who pulled out of the race at the last minute. Numerous stakeholders who…
BY PELUMI ADELE The Nigeria Wrestling Federation has a new president, Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, who is also the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). He was unanimously elected as the president, securing all 14 votes from the Executive Board Members during the elective congress held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. Dr. Adeniyi’s election is a significant milestone for Nigerian wrestling, and he has pledged to dedicate his energy and expertise to building a stronger and more robust federation. He commended President Bola Tinubu for revitalizing sports in Nigeria through strategic appointments at the National…
Prince Adeyinka Adeboye has received a prestigious award at the 3rd edition of the Nigeria-France Sports Awards in Paris, France. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development was honoured for his contributions to sports development, and he dedicated the award to President Tinubu and Nigerian athletes. The award ceremony, held at La Maison des Arts in Paris, recognizes distinguished athletes, sports administrators, and stakeholders within and outside the Nigerian community in France. The Nigeria-France Sports Awards has gained prominence, attracting notable sporting personalities and bright lights in the sports industry. Adeboye’s achievement is a testament to…
Five talented players from Edo State have earned spots on the Nigerian national rugby league team, the Green Falcons, which will compete in the World Rugby League Series in Canada. The team is set to face tough opponents in Ireland, Fiji, and host Canada.The Five Edo State Female Girls namely Abba Chinaza, Precious Ukwuoma, Success lyoha, Becky Okitikpe, & Vera Akhihero alongside other team mates made the National Rugby League team tagged the “Green Falcons” to the World Rugby League Series in Canada and have just left yesterday Friday 17th October 2025.They will play against Ireland, Fiji, and host Canada…
BY PELUMI ADELE The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting youth football development by throwing its weight behind the second edition of the Spires 5Aside tournament. The championship is set to kick off soon, featuring 16 teams from across the state. On Thursday at the CIBN building, Victoria Island, Lagos, the organisers held a well-attended draws and unveiling of jerseys for the 16 teams that qualified from the five divisions in Lagos State. Lagos State Football Association ably-represented by its Vice-Chairman Adedotun Coker were among the football stakeholders and enthusiasts that graced the occasion. Speaking…
*1X Cup Championship Final Set for Grand Finale* The stage is set for the thrilling conclusion of the 1X Cup Championship, a grassroots football tournament that has garnered immense popularity in Nigeria. The highly anticipated final match is scheduled to take place on Thursday, October 16, at the prestigious Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos. Top Government Officials: Senator Wasiu Eshinlokun-Sanni, representing Lagos Central Senatorial District – Sports Administrators: Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu – *Sports Investors: Yemi Idowu – *Lagos Legends Club Members: A group of celebrated football personalities *The Final Showdown: – *Ikorodu City…
As it celebrates 2025 Customer Service Week with the theme “Mission: Possible,” Polaris Bank has met with its customers in the southwest geopolitical zone of the country in Ibadan on Thursday, 9th October, where the bank reaffirmed its unshakable commitment to deepening the delivery of great customer experiences with institutions worldwide. While welcoming the guests and officially opening the event, Chris Ofikulu, Executive Director of Retail, Commercial, and Public Sector at Polaris Bank, referred to their customers as kings. He emphasized their commitment to valuing, respecting, and satisfying customers in ways that bring them happiness. “A satisfied customer will actually…
A new chapter unfolds for Nigerian boxing as Hon. Omonlei Imadu, MD/CEO of Yucateco Group, joins forces with Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, to sponsor the country’s contingent to the World Boxing Council (WBC) Green and Gold World Championships in Mexico – Dates: October 16-19, 2025 – *Location:* Municipal Auditorium, Tijuana, Mexico – *Participating Countries:* Various nations worldwide, with Nigeria, Uganda, and Benin Republic representing Africa – *Nigerian Representation:* 6 boxers – *Team Size:* 12-man contingent, including boxers, coaches, technical director, nutritionists, and team manager Hon. Imadu’s Yucateco Boxing Promotions, in partnership with “Hall Of Fame,” is spearheading the…
NBBofC Scribe, Remi Aboderin has commended the organizers of the historic boxing event ‘CHAOS IN THE RING’ held on Independence Day at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos, by a stacked card promoted by Balmoral Group Promotions in partnership with Amir Khan Promotions.Aboderin, who has significant international experience in boxing administration as the Secretary-General of the Nigeria Boxing Board of Control (NBBofC) and President of the West African Boxing Union (WABU), said in a chat with newsmen in Lagos that a boxing show in Nigeria featuring Brandon Glanton versus Rocky Fielding and Richard Commey, tagged ‘returns to Africa,’ should be commended.He stressed…