Nigeria is set to welcome the King’s Baton Relay as part of the official countdown to the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with an event scheduled for July 1–2, 2025, in Abuja. In an event of international significance, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be formally presented with the Commonwealth Sport King’s Baton, as a delegation representing the Buckingham Palace arrives the country. The King’s Baton Relay is a unifying tradition of the Commonwealth Games, symbolizing peace, collaboration, and shared values among nations. This year, the Commonwealth Sport movement is partnering with the Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) and Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC)…
Author: ROSEMARY UGIOMOH
.DG PROSPERITY CUP SALUTES INNOVATIVE INITIATIVE OF NFF PRESIDENT In a significant milestone for Bayelsa State’s football development, 18 talented young players from the Prosperity Cup have received an invitation to participate in the South-South Zonal U-17 National Team screening. This innovative initiative, spearheaded by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) under the leadership of President Ibrahim Gusau, aims to identify and nurture young football talents across the country. The invited players, all aged 17 and below, showcased their exceptional skills during the 2025 edition of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, widely regarded as Nigeria’s largest grassroots football fiesta. This tournament…
President of Water FC and renowned sports philanthropist, Makanjuola Nureni, popularly known as MK, has expressed his commitment to deepening grassroots sports development in Nigeria through a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC). MK paid a courtesy visit to NOC President, Engineer Habu Gumel, in Abuja on Sunday. The meeting focused on creating a sustainable platform aimed at empowering Nigerian youth through sports. For over two decades, Nureni has quietly supported the dreams of many aspiring athletes across the country, funding their training and facilitating exposure to competitive opportunities—especially in football. Speaking during the visit, MK reaffirmed his…
…As Kwara United Wins Historic FA Cup History was made Saturday at the iconic Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, as Kwara United football club defeated and ended the runs of giant-killers Abakaliki FC, in the final of the male category of the 2025 President Federation Cup, to win a first ever title after 49 years. The higly-pulsating match was a game of wits and tactical puzzle that had the mammoth crowd at the prestigious MJA stadium, on the edges of their seats. After a scoreless 90 minutes regulations time, Tunde Sanni led Afonja Warriors triumphed 4-3 on penalties to pick up…
By Pelumi Adele In a heartfelt statement released in Surulere, Lagos politician Oladipo Jaji lavished praise on two prominent figures in Nigerian politics: Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President, and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State. Jaji’s commendation highlighted the exceptional qualities and achievements of these leaders, underscoring their dedication to public service and the welfare of the people. Gbajabiamila: A Champion of the People Jaji described Gbajabiamila as a “champion of the people’s cause” and a “bridge builder” who has consistently demonstrated kindness, uprightness, and conscientiousness. According to Jaji, Gbajabiamila’s commitment to grassroots democracy has…
By Osabuohien Vivian Rose & Olivia Ekpe Kwara United and Rivers Angels have emerged as champions of the 2025 President Federation Cup. Highlights Women’s Competition: Winner: Rivers Angels, who claimed their 10th title after defeating Nasarawa Amazons 4-2 in a penalty shootout, following a 2-2 draw after regular time. They received N25 million in prize money. Runner-up: Nasarawa Amazons, who took home N10 million. MVP: Shola Shobowale from Nasarawa Amazons FC. – Top Scorer: Abasi Ofon Uwa from Ibom Angels FC. – Best Goalkeeper: Anderline Mgbechi from Rivers Angels FC. Men’s Competition: Winner- Kwara United FC, who secured their first-ever…
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development in the state. Governor Diri gave the assurance as the state joins the rest of the world to celebrate the 2025 Olympic Day in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. Governor Diri, who was represented by the Technical Adviser to the Governor on Sports, Mr. Alaowei Opukeme, said his administration would continue to invest in sports development, stating that the Prosperity Administration is leaving nothing to chance to ensure that the state competes favourable amongst the comity of states in the country. The governor, who described sports…
OkExactly two years after his historic appointment as the Comptroller-General of Customs by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR during a high-level meeting of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council at Brussels in June 2025, CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR has been unanimously elected as Chairperson of the WCO Council, the highest decision-making body in global customs administration. The election was held during the concluding session of the 145th/146th WCO Council Meetings held on Saturday, 28th June 2025, at the WCO Headquarters in Brussels. CGC Adeniyi succeeds Edward Kieswetter, Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, and becomes the first Nigerian…
BY ROSEMARY UGIOMOH Billionaire Jeff Bezos tied the Knot with Journalist Lauren Sanchez in 50M Dollar Venice Wedding in a star-studded ceremony that epitomized luxury and grandeur. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and media girl- Lauren Sanchez exchanged their vows on Friday, June 27, 2025, on the picturesque island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy. The wedding was a grand affair, attended by over 200 A-list guests, including tech giants, Hollywood royalty, and influential figures. The couple’s wedding celebrations began on Thursday with a casual welcome event and continued for three days, featuring luxurious parties and events at various…
Remo Ikenne based top Football outfit, Grassrunners FC is set to organize a special 3-day Coaching Clinic begining from Sunday, June 29 to Tuesday July 1, 2025. The program with the theme: “Coaches & Players Performance Enhancement Training 2025”, will feature topnotch football technocrats such as the Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Augustine Eguavoen, Head Coach of Nigeria National U20 side, Aliyu Zubairu and former Super Eagles player, Ifeanyi Udeze. Amongst the notable topics to be delivered during the 3-day event includes: Mental Preparation, Coaching Methodology, Tactical Awareness, Physical Development amongst others. The program promises to be…