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  Dayo Awoniyi One of the best sports facilities construction and maintenance company in Africa, Monimichelle Facilities Construction  Limited, Chief Executive Officer(CEO) Mr Ebi Egbe, have revealed that eyesore and deplorable nature of Mobolaji Johnson Arena stadium pitch is caused by lack of maintenance, neglect and abuse. Ebi Egbe, expressed his displeasure over the state of the stadium who many people who watched the final match of President Federation cup over the weekend described as disgraceful as some persons  were seen patching the pitch during the half time match of the female final match between Rivers Angels and Naija Ratels. While speaking on the condition of the stadium, Ebi Egbe, said " Is  it possible to drive a commercial bus without Maintenance?, MBJ hybrid synthetic pitch is the most abused pitch in the world. Over 3 years without recourse to one single Maintenance. Every Lagos state non football traffic and heavy football traffic takes place on t...

  The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCTFA) Chairman, Alhaji Adam Mouktar Muhammed congratulates the Players, Coaches and Management of Abuja based Female Football Club, Naija Ratels on their gallant performance in the final against Rivers Angels during the 2024 President Federation Cup Final, held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos.  This was contained in a statement released by his Media adviser,Uche Nwudoh Hillary. The FCT FA Chairman, Adam Mouktar, congratulates the entire team for their display of team spirit, resilient and determination despite the slim score defeat by their opponent. He commends the team for going against all odds as debutants and even making it to the final.  Alhaji Mouktar urges the team to take the journey as positive and a work in progress for greater heights in the nearest future.  "I want to say congratulations to you all on your performance despite the defeat. Don't be discouraged. You have all shown that great team c...

      Rivers Angels of Port Harcourt won their ninth title and El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri won their third title as Nigeria’s National Cup (now known as President Federation Cup) grand finale took place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos on Saturday.   The women’s final, an enthralling encounter between the Angels from Garden City and Naija Ratels from the Federal Capital, and which kicked off at 1pm beside the Lagos Waterfront, was decided by a goal scored from the penalty spot by Blessing Okpe right before the half-time whistle.   Coach Whyte Ogbonda, who lifted his first trophy as head coach, praised his players for their dedication, resilience and hard work. “This victory is a testament to the team’s resilience and determination. We are thrilled to be champions of the President Federation Cup.”   Naija Ratels’ head coach, Bankole Olowookere, commended his young squad for their progress to the final. “Although we did not get the desired result, I a...

  Dayo Awoniyi A man with heart  of given will always be propel by the zeal to do more all the time, that is the story of a rising star artist from Kogi State,Juwon Demas Olorunnipa, popular known as JUMABEE who gave  scholarships to students who are Kogi State indigenes as part of his commitment towards human development. JUMABEE achieved this  through his scholarship scheme tagged  "JUMABEE INSPIRES (60) STUDENTS SCHOLARSHIP" in which many beneficiaries appreciated him via a video made from their various institutes of learning across the nation. All the beneficiaries appreciated the kind gesture from JUMABEE as they say that it will go along way in propelling them to achieve their aims of completing their education which have been a great challenge for many of them due to lack of fund, but, the scholarship now serve as soothing balm to them. JUNABEE, however, thanked  the Executives  of National Association of Kogi State Students (NAKOSS) for ensurin...

    Whyte Ogbonda is not your ordinary sweat merchant. Even among his colleagues, it is widely acknowledged that the former tactician of Ibom Angels FC of Uyo knows his onions, and more.   On Saturday, Ogbonda will be gunning for his first National Cup title as head coach, having guided unfancied Ibom Angels to runners-up position in 2017 and 2018. On both occasions, they lost to Rivers Angels. The strategist has tasted victory previously, albeit as assistant coach, when Rivers Angels won the trophy in 2014.   “Yes, Rivers Angels have always reached the women’s final of the Cup, and here we are again. Our target is to lift the trophy and bring it back to Rivers State, having lost the opportunity to win the league. As a team, we are indebted to Rivers State government to bring back the trophy. That is the only way we can show appreciation for the government’s huge investment in the team.”   Ogbonda insists that his girls, who include in their ranks Nigeria U20 gi...

  Mallam Shuaibu Yakubu, a respected football stakeholder in Niger State, has fervently appealed to Governor Mohammed Umar Bago to sustain and enhance sports facilities within the state, particularly focusing on the development of stadiums. Yakubu, who has an extensive background in Nigerian football with experience at Bayelsa United, Elkanemi Warriors, Abia Warriors, Kano Pillars, Rivers United, and currently serves as the General Manager of Sporting Supreme Football Club of Abuja, emphasized the urgency of addressing the current infrastructural deficiencies. He stressed that many football teams in the state are grappling with significant challenges due to a lack of funding and inadequate facilities. “Our beloved state team is struggling because they are forced to play their league games away from home. I am appealing to the government to intervene and address these issues,” Yakubu said. He lauded Governor Bago for his positive impact on Niger State and highlighted the pride that ...

  The President of Ottasolo FC Lagos, Otunba Gabriel Davies have joined football enthusiasts across the world to congratulate Enugu Rangers for clinching the 2023/2024 NPFL Title. Rangers won the league title with a game at hand following their 2-0 victory over Bendel Insurance in the NPFL Matchday 37 at the Nnamdi Azikwe Stadium in Enugu. The Antelopes as they are fondly called were later crowned as Champions Sunday  after defeating Gombe United 2-1 in the last league match of the season at the New Jos Stadium, Jos, Plateau State. Ottasolo FC President, Gabriel Davies a foremost administrator who spoke with pressmen Monday morning showered encomium on Enugu Rangers Management, Technical Crew and players for a job well-done.  "I must say kudos to the young and vibrant General Manager, Barrister Ezeaku Amobi for the innovation injected into the club which has eventually paid up by winning the league title.  "If he can win the NPFL title in his first year as the Genera...

  The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has intensified its efforts to spread rugby across the country, recently launching the sport in Kogi State. This initiative marks a significant step in the NRFF's mission to promote and develop rugby nationwide. NRFF Development Officer, Coach Wuraola Hussain, was invited to Ekinrin Adde in Kogi State by Kabiesi Olu Adde, his son Barrister Dayo Babalola, and Mrs. Kanjuni O. Lilian, a Board Member and Head of the NRFF Medical Committee. Their collaboration aimed to lay the foundation for rugby in the region, introducing the sport to local communities and fostering a new generation of players. With Kogi State embracing rugby, many youths now have platforms to showcase their potential at state, zonal, and national levels. This initiative is expected to create a ripple effect that will galvanize the growth of the sport across Nigeria. The establishment of rugby in Kogi is not just about playing the game; it is about building a robust infra...

  The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCTFA) Chairman, Alhaji Adam Mouktar Muhammed congratulates the Players, Coaches and Management of Abuja based Female Football Club, Naija Ratels on their Semi-Final victory over Remo Stars Ladies and qualification as Finalist in the 2024 President Federation Cup. This was contained in a statement signed his Media Adviser, Mrs Uche Nwudoh Hillary, It read, The FCT FA Chairman, Adam Mouktar, congratulates the entire team for their display of prowess, determination and resilience throughout the tournament earning them a place in the finals. He states his optimism that the team can go all the way in lifting the prestigious trophy as Champions. "I want to say congratulations to you all on this great feat. You are all heroines. Your performance is a testament of your determination and never give up spirit. I have the believe you can win the tournament. It is in you". "Again, as always, you have shown that you are all desti...

  Kwara Chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), has urged Kwara United FC to go all out for a win against Heartland FC in their last match of the 2023/24 Nigeria Professional Football League on Sunday by 4pm at the Kwara State Stadium, Ilorin. The Sports Writers made this charge in a press release co-signed by the SWAN Chairman, Mallam Ayodejii Ismail, and Secretary, Dare Kuti. Kwara United is currently 13th position with 48 points and are two points above the relegation zone. SWAN called on supporters of club in the 16 Local Government Areas to come out in their large numbers to support the Kwara United on Sunday. The association urged the players to play with determination, passion and zeal in order to put smiles on the faces of the coaches, management, fans and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. “SWAN is charging players of Kwara United to win their match against Heartland FC to cement our place in the NPFL. Getting a draw against Heartland FC is dangerous bec...

In a move aimed at strengthening unity and enhancing its fortunes, the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has expressed the resolve of its new leadership to utilize the extensive networks and services of their esteemed patron, Barrister Paul Edeh. During a courtesy visit by the new executive of the association to Barrister Edeh’s office in Abuja on Friday, FCT SWAN Chairman Kelechi Onwudiwe acknowledged the pivotal role of the legal luminary in supporting the association during challenging times. “As the new leadership, we recognize the invaluable services you’ve provided to FCT amidst challenges. We are eager to leverage your extensive networks through a supportive relationship, focusing on key areas,” Onwudiwe emphasized. Highlighting the priorities, Onwudiwe stressed the importance of Barrister Edeh’s guidance in fostering association unity, establishing a cooperative scheme, procuring health insurance, constructing the SWAN secretari...

  Dayo  Awoniyii Kwara Kiddies YEG league has signed a four year sponsorship deal with the Nigeria Super Eagles Striker, Taiwo Awoniyi and Unicorns Football Club.  The sponsorship was formally sealed at the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the league organisers and the Nottingham forest striker the Unicorns FC on  Friday in Ilorin, Kwara State capital in the full glare of the media. The event which attracted football stakeholders in the state highlights the towering status of the league which is touted as the biggest Kiddies league in Nigeria. It's also another leap in the roll call of Awoniyi's contribution to the development of football and his effort to give back to society. Now in its third season, the league is designed as a foundation platform that will herald a new crop of talents and next generation of football big stars that will make fame and fortune from the round leather game through a 5 year developmental progressive plan. With infu...

    President of Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau on Thursday disclosed that the Federation is committed to ensuring that the Beach Soccer National Team, otherwise known as Supersand Eagles, enjoys the same attention as other National Teams when restored to international competitions.   The NFF boss pledged at the inauguration of the Federation’s Futsal and Beach Soccer Sub-Committee, at the NFF Secretariat, Abuja.   “Nigeria is a big footballing nation, and it will be inappropriate if we continue to stay out of some activities that other African countries are involved in, football-wise. We will do whatever is necessary to restore Nigeria’s presence in futsal and beach soccer.   “I am assuring the committee that whether through financial or other means, futsal and beach soccer will enjoy equal treatment as other National Teams.”   It can be recalled that the Supersand Eagles brought honour to the country at various times in the past, w...

  *If You Want To Know The Truth In The Finidi Vs Osimhen Saga, Read This Piece And Clear All Doubts* BY- ADEWALE AJAYI  Many out there saw the Finidi Vs Osimhen saga as just another player Vs coach disagreement that will fade away with time. To some, this is the perfect ocassion for the NFF to stamp their feet on indiscipline among National team players by coming down hard on Victor Osimhen.  This writer knows Victor Osimhen very well. I worked with him for close to two years as media officer of the Under-20 National team of Nigeria and I don't really need anyone to tell me about his temperament. We ate together, traveled together and spent the nights gisting after dinner.  I really don't need anyone to lecture me about his temperament, he is a warrior, fighter and above all, he is the most patriotic footballer I have ever seen or known. His passion in the green white green jersey is second to none. His hunger for success is unbelievable and he has got a big heart....

      The finals of this year’s President Federation Cup men and women competitions will take place at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Saturday, 29th June.   NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, said that the date has been agreed by both the NFF and GTI in view of the fact that Nigeria have until midnight of Sunday, 30 June to submit to the Confederation of African Football, the names of her representative clubs in next season’s continental club competitions.   “Having looked closely at our programmes, the stage the men and women competitions are at the moment and the need to submit the names of all our representative clubs to CAF for African Club Competitions next season, ourselves and GTI have reached a consensus for the grand finale of the men and women finals of the President Federation Cup to take place on Saturday, 29th June.   “The venue is the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The women’s final will begin at 1pm while the men’s fi...

  Dayo Awoniyi One of the most interesting leagues in the world, English Premier League(EPL) have been scheduled to kick off on Friday 16th, August, 2024 which will see Manchester United slugging it out with Fulham. Defending Champions, Manchester City will travel to have a date with Chelsea on Sunday 18th, August, 2024. While Arsenal will welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Emirates stadium. Here are the other fixtures for week one.

  I, Chief Oladokun Jeremiah, is using this medium to wish  an uncommon leader, a trail blazer, pathfinder, an icon and dogged front liner, the  immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya  Bello, happy birthday. You shall live to witness more fulfilling years ahead and all  your heart desires shall be granted. Have the best moment  as you celebrate on this auspicious day.

  I, Chief Oladokun Jeremiah, wishes all my Muslim friends, family, associate and well wishers Barka De Sallah, may Almighty Allah accept our sacrifices as an act of Ibadah. Let us continue to share love in this season and beyond as we be our brothers keeper and lend hands to the less privilege.

  Dayo Awoniyi It was an electrified atmosphere at the fundraising dinner organized by Attom foundation to create awareness and as well raise fund for the treatment of eyes challenges faced by people in the society. The founder of Attom foundation, Alhaji Yahaya Attom, who is a philanthropist gathered friends, partners, associate and well wishers at the event that took place at Transcorp  Hilton Abuja. The event  was witness by who is who in Nigeria and across the globe. Attendees were treated to beautiful performances by live musical bands so also the cultural troops were on ground to thrill the audience. Many notables celebrities  attended the event, most especially footballers who will participate in the charity champions cup that will be staged at Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja, on Saturday 15th June 2024. Legends of the game such as Jay Jay Okocha, Kanu Nwankwo, Victor Osimhen, Robert Pires, Louis Saha, Emmanuel Eboue, Mark Fish, Kenneth Umeruo, Chidozie Awaziem,...

Dayo Awoniyi Alhaji Yahaya Attom Gujjia, the founder of Attom foundation, have said that the welfares of less  downtrodden and less privilege in the society is the ultimate priority to him and he will not relent until he makes them smile. Attom made this known during the fundraising dinner  ceremony organized by Attom foundation to create awareness about the prevalent of eyes problems in Nigeria and world at large and how fund can be raised to support, care and alleviate the suffering of many people who are experiencing eyes problems but are not financially buoyant to take care of themselves. Alhaji Attom, in his opening remark at the even said " Attom foundation have been helping less privilege most especially in giving them good education since 2018 and in 2024, we decided to take care of people that have eyes problems and we have treated not less than 2,500 people  who are suffering from cataracts and other related eyes challenges " He further said " Attom foundation ...

    Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, have secured their ticket to the 8th FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals to be staged in the Dominican Republic later this year, after a 2-0 defeat of their Liberian counterparts at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Friday.   Victory took the aggregate tally to 6-1 in favour of Nigeria, with extraordinary poacher Harmony Chidi setting a record of 13 goals in a qualifying series that will be difficult to equal in years to come. She had 11 goals before kick-off, but netted the two goals of the evening to take Nigeria’s total of the series to a whopping 25. Central African Republic fell by a dozen goals while Burkina Faso fell 1-7 on aggregate.   Her first came after only four minutes when she sped past the Liberian defence to toe-poke the ball beyond the flailing arms of goalkeeper Makula Konneh from a cross by Shakirat Moshood.   A goal feast was expected, but this did not happen, as Peace Effiong had a close call in the ...

  Dayo Awoniyi One of the best sports facilities construction expert and football pitch specialist, Mr Ebi Egbe, have said that Finidi George is not the cause  of Nigeria national team, Super Eagles  inability  to win World Cup qualifiers games, most especially the recent one between South Africa in Uyo and Benin Republic in Ivory Coast. Mr Ebi, the Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Monimochelle Facilities Construction Limited, revealed this why speaking with journalists aftermath of the awful results garnered by the senior male National team of Nigeria. He said, "Our problem is not understanding the nature of African football and the scientific part of today's football which is the ball behavior in an high profile game like the World Cup qualifiers and the Nations cup qualifiers. "Nigeria is a country that is blessed with talented refined and unrefined raw football players". He further said" The unrefined raw talented players in the NPFL are very hungry for succe...

      After a 4-1 win away from home in the first leg, Nigeria’s U17 girls, Flamingos, are keen to conclude their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualification race on a high as they host their counterparts from Liberia at the MKO Abiola National Stadium on Friday evening.   Goals by the irrepressible Harmony Chidi, Peace Effiong, Shakirat Moshood and substitute Blessing Ifitezue earned Nigeria a handsome first-leg win in Monrovia on Sunday, and only 90 minutes separate the 2022 bronze medallists from another appearance at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, this time in the Dominican Republic.   Nigeria forward Harmony Chidi has been the stellar talent of this qualifying campaign globally, scoring 11 goals in five matches, and with the possibility of adding to it at the MKO Abiola National Stadium on Friday.   The attacking potency of the Nigerian girls has been extraordinary, with a 12-0 aggregate win (6-0 in each leg) against Central African Republic in the secon...

  Dayo Awoniyi The League Management Company (LMC), have imposed heavy fine of Eight million naira(#10,000,000) on Enyimba International, as a response to the incidence that played out during Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match day 35 against Rangers International at the cathedral in Enugu on Sunday 9th June 2024. The match was abandoned in 97' minutes after a penalty was awarded to Rangers international when Rangers player was adjudged to have been fouled in the box eighteen by Enyimba player. The decision that didn't go down well with Enyimba players which led to the workout of the pitch. In the events, some fans were also seen encroaching the pitch disrupting the continuation of the match which is against the rules of the game. Enyimba international is occupying the second position with two point behind the league leader, Rangers international. Despite the ugly scene that played out in the match, kudos must be given to the fans and supporters who came out in thousan...

  Ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games to be held in Paris, France Capital starting next month,  Nigeria weightlifters have started intense camping, hoping to conquer the world.  The duo of Lawal Rafiatu Folashade and Eze Joy Ọgbonne are Nigeria's weightlifting flagbearers at the Olympics. Lawal and Eze are the only two weightlifters who qualified for the Olympics following the International Weightlifting Federation, IWF May 2024 Olympic Qualification Rankings released last week.  Lawal, 2022 Commonwealth Games and 2023 Africa Games gold medalist qualified for the Olympics in the 59kg women's category after she was ranked 8th with a total of 227kg.  Eze, 2023 Africa Games gold medalist, on her part, was ranked 9th in the 71kg women's category with a total of 239kg. Nigeria could have had three lifters at Paris but Edidiong Umoafia who won three gold medals at the African Games in Accra, had a total of 319kg in the 73kg men's category was ranked 24th. In the ranking r...

Dayo  Awoniyi Mr Ebi Egbe, the Chief Executive Officer  (CEO) of  Monimichelle Facilities Construction Limited, have congratulated Chief Timi Alaibe, as he celebrates a milestone 62nd  birthday anniversary. Mr Ebi, wrote as he sent heartwarming message to the celebrant "Happy birthday to the one and only Principal Chief Timi Alaibe". He further describe Chief Alaibe, as an hardworking, diligent, discipline and God fearing man, who affect lives positively in any possible way he can. Mr Ebi, also prayed that God will bless, strengthen, uphold and lift him, so that he will celebrate more years in sound health and wealth. Timi Alaibe was born on  June 10, 1962, is a Nigerian technocrat, businessman and politician from Bayelsa State. He is former Managing Director, Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

  Newly appointed Coordinator of ABS FC Ilorin Malam Jimoh Bashir has assured that the structure of ABS FC which has produced a lot of Football talents across the country and beyond would be sustained with a renewed vigor of winning mentality to produce more talents.  He spoke today at his inaugural meeting with the Management and officials of the club in Ilorin.  Malam Bashir said his return to ABS FC was to re-enact his performance when he was the team Coordinator of the  ABS FC U-15 that won the first NPFL/Laliga promises championship in Nigeria.  He reiterated his determination to sustain the structure which had given hundreds of  young talented players and coaches the opportunity to excel in their soccer careers.  He charged the club officials to rise up against any challenge to keep the structure going for youths development and growth in Football.  As part of his new program he has confirmed the activation of both the club's U-15, U-18 and ...

  Dayo Awoniyi Multichoice has been ordered by the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal to give Nigerians one month of free DSTV and GOTV subscription  The tribunal also fined Multichoice 150 million Naira for challenging the jurisdiction of the court, which recently restrained it from increasing the prices of its DStv and GOtv packages. It could be recalled that Multichoice increased their subscription rates on DSTV and GOTV in the face of daunting economy challenges in Nigeria a step that didn't go down well among the subscribers which prompted regulating body NCCPC to challenge them in court.