BY OLANREWAJU AGIRI The House of Representatives hopeful for Ibadan Southwest/Northwest Federal Constituency on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. MKO Abimbola ABOGUN, has congratulated workers across Oyo State on the occasion of this year’s International Workers’ Day, commending their dedication and invaluable contributions to societal growth. In a statement issued to mark the global celebration, Abogun described workers as the driving force of economic development and effective governance. He noted that their commitment, sacrifice, and resilience remain indispensable to the continued progress of Oyo State and the nation at large. He encouraged workers to remain steadfast,…
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Nigerian Sports photojournalist Kennedy Ugbodaga has been ranked sixth in Africa in the Sport Photography (Action) category at the AIPS Sport Media Awards 2026. The awards ceremony, held in France, saw the release of continental rankings following the longlist stage, in which Ugbodaga’s image was featured. He earned the continental recognition for his photograph titled “South Africa Celebrates,” which captured a moment of emotion and triumph for South Africans in sport. The image was published on Platinum News in May 2025 after South Africa won the U-20 CAF Africa Cup of Nations The AIPS Sport Media Awards is regarded as…
By: Osabuohien Imuetinyanosa Arsenal succeeded in a draw against Atletico Madrid amidst the tough crown of fans in Madrid, it is a game full of drama with a lot of defence brilliance from both sides, they played out a tense 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final, setting up a huge second-leg showdown in London next Tuesday. Both goals came from the penalty spot in a match packed with drama, VAR controversy, and late chances at both ends. The opening stages were cautious, with neither side willing to take risks too early. Atletico tried to…
Benin based Wellspring University’s newly formed rugby team, the Wellspring Warlords, made a statement on Wednesday with a commanding 21-0 victory over Edo State B team. The friendly match served as a curtain-raiser for the university’s Matriculation ceremony, thrilling fans at the Wellspring University Sports Arena. The event drew top university officials, led by Deputy Vice Chancellor Prof. Patrick Ohikhena, who stood in for Vice Chancellor Prof. Rotimi Ajayi. Also present were Prof. Eyinna Okpara, Dean of Postgraduate Studies, and Dr. Mathew Onuh Udaya, Sports Director. Prof. Ohikhena kicked off the match and expressed surprise at the prominence of women’s…
Quarter finalists have emerged in Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football fiesta, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, tagged the Prosperity Cup, after weeks of exciting football across thirty different centres in the State. Nembe Local Government Area champions, Okoroma United at the Imiringi Township Stadium beat Edi 1 FC of Ayakoro 3-2 on penalties after a barren draw in regulation time to secure a place in the quarter finals. Mountain of the Lord Deliverance Ministry, MLDM FC at the Tombia centre triumphed 4-2 on penalties over Mighty-Mighty after a goalless draw, to progress to the quarter finals. Kolobiriowei of…
The Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF) has thrown its weight behind the highly anticipated Balmoral Group Promotions and Amir Khan promotions “Chaos in the Ring” pro boxing event in Lagos this weekend. The event slated for Friday, May 1st at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, is aimed at projecting both local and international boxing in the State of Aquatic Splendor. The “Chaos in the Ring 4” has drawn a great deal of attention for its high stakes, 50-50 fight cards. The event merges competitive boxing with the best blend of entertainment, including celebrity bouts. Some of the fights…
Lagos youth football continues to supply talent to Europe, as four exceptional players arrived in the Czech Republic on Wednesday, April 29, to commence six-week trials with Slavia Prague and Slovan Liberec. The group, selected from the Jagaban Cup, Lagos Supremacy Cup, and The Creative Championship, touched down in Prague and Liberec early Wednesday and have already acclimated to their respective club facilities in preparation for training. Azuka Alatan, a defender from 36 Lion scouted at the Jagaban Cup, leads the group. The 18-year-old left-back represented the Flying Eagles at the last FIFA U20 World Cup, impressing scouts with his…
BY RAYMOND NWADUBA Chairman of newly promoted Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side, Sporting Lagos, Godwin Enakhena, has said his team is not under any pressure to win at all costs at the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super four competition which comes up from May 4 to May 8, 2026, in Ikenne, Ogun state, rather they are going there to enjoy football. According to the broadcaster turned football administrator, the template of Sporting Lagos which is always to play fair and earn their results on the pitch has not changed, noting that their attitude is never to win at all…
BY OSABUOHIEN VIVIAN-ROSE In a landmark move, FIFA has approved a rule change that will allow Afghanistan’s women footballers—many of whom have been living in exile—to represent their country in official international competitions. The decision, announced after a FIFA Council meeting in Vancouver, overrides a long-standing requirement that national teams must be recognized by their domestic football federation. Since the return of the Taliban in 2021, Afghanistan’s football federation has refused to acknowledge the women’s team, effectively barring them from international play. Under the new amendment, FIFA can now step in under “exceptional circumstances” to register and recognize a national…
By: Osabuohien Imuetinyanosa Paris Saint-Germain F.C. pulled off a huge win by beating FC Bayern Munich 5–4 in a match packed with drama from start to finish. It was one of those games where every attack looked dangerous and every mistake felt costly. Fans watching would hardly have had time to relax because the action kept coming with a lot of drama. The beginning was super, both teams played with real intent. Paris Saint-Germain F.C. looked sharp going forward, using speed and quick passing to hurt Bayern whenever spaces opened up. FC Bayern Munich answered with their usual attacking pressure…