Kwara’s Mariam Bolaji Eniola has won the Singles event of Dubai Para Badminton Championship, and doing so with style, after beating world record holders on her way to the gold medal feat. Eniola defeated World Number 5, Number 3 and Number 1 during the Para Badminton in Dubai on her way to Paralympics 2024, at […]
Sports Minister Visits Remo Stars HQ, Says Ministry Will Support Private Investment in Sports
*private investors have a crucial role in the growth and sustainability of sports The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, on Saturday, embarked on a significant visit to the headquarters of Remo Stars Football Club In Ikenne, Ogun State. The Minister’s visit was marked by a comprehensive tour of the club’s state-of-the-art […]
Kwara United hosts wounded Niger Tornadoes in a must-win Matchday 14 encounter
Kwara United Football Club will tomorrow, Sunday December 18, 2023 file out against Niger Tornadoes in their 7th home game in the ongoing 2023-2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), in a must-win encounter. The team drew their last home game against Doma United, and also went away to Ikenne, lost 2-0 to Remo Stars, putting […]
Senator John Enoh Receives Africa Sustainability Man of the Year 2023 Award
*Says the power of sports can propel the prosperity and development of Africa The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has been honored with the distinguished Africa Sustainability Man of the Year 2023 Award. The prestigious accolade was conferred upon Senator Enoh at the 17th edition of the Sustainability, Enterprise and Responsibility […]
Titilayo Yusuf Foundation to host U12/17 Closed Badminton Championship in Kwara
All is set for the hosting of Titilayo Yusuf (TY) Foundation U12/U17 Closed Badminton Championship in Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State. The championship will take hold from December 21 to 23, 2023, at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Kwara State Sports Commission in Ilorin, from 9am to 3pm every day. According to the […]
FIFA’s approval of 30 Nigerian Officials for International duties signals promising prospects
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era for Nigerian football, FIFA has placed 30 match officials from Nigeria on its list for the 2024 football calendar. This announcement not only signifies a major achievement for Nigerian referees, but it also serves as a testament to the country’s commitment to excellence in sports officiating. […]
Kwara wins 24 medals as 2nd Para Games ends
Kwara State contingent at the second edition of the National Para Games (NPG), which ended today, Thursday December 14th, 2023 in Abuja, won a total of 24 medals, despite challenges brought about what many stakeholders in sports attribute to poor preparation by the Ministry of Sports Development. Instructively, Senator John Enoh, the Minister of Sports […]
National Para Games closes with Pomp and Pageantry, as Bayelsa State Emerges Champs
*Games has inspired a new era of inclusivity, empowerment, and recognition The resounding success of the 2nd edition of the National Para Games culminated in an exhilarating and grand closing ceremony at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The week-long celebration of talent, resilience, and sportsmanship concluded on December 14th, leaving an indelible mark on […]
NFF President, Gusau to visit Ilorin, grace Governor’s Cup opening ceremony
Barring last minute changes, Ibrahim Gusau, President, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will be in Ilorin on Sunday for a two-day activities loaded package geared at promoting football in the state and country, according details from Kwara State Football Association. As gathered, Gusau will be in the state courtesy of a detailed strategic plan by Hon […]
CAF Awards: Alaya hails Oshoala, Nnadozie and Super Falcons
The Chairperson of Kwara State Football Association Female Football Development Committee, Hajia Segilola Alaya has congratulated FC Barcelona Femeni forward, Asisat Oshoala for winning the 2023 Africa Women Footballer of the Year Award. At the colourful night in Marrakech, Morocco, on Monday December 11th, 2023, Nigeria swept important honours in African football, with Oshoala winning […]