Author: Jimoh Bashir

*Nigeria Beats Ghana in Accra 21 Years After Abuja Loss, 37 Years 400m Record Broken The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has applauded the outstanding performances of Nigerian athletes at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana.  After Day 3 of athletics, Nigeria ran the show securing additional four gold medals and […]

Nigeria’s Yellow Greens Cricket team lost to Zimbabwe by 10 wickets at Achimota on Wednesday March 20, 2024, in a game that exposed Isaac Danladi’s vital role in Nigerian squad. Zimbabwe’s Trevor Gwandu’s fierce bowling injured Danladi in the upper body and cause his unexpected retirement for medical attention. Danladi’s bravery already gave Nigeria 15 […]

The University of Ghana Sports Stadium has become a cauldron of excitement and fervor as the athletics events unfold at the African Games 2023 in Accra.  The atmosphere has been charged with intrigue, joy, laughter, and goosebumps as teams from across the continent showcase their prowess on the track and field. Team Ghana has been […]

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has charged Nigeria’s U20 female national team, the Falconets to clinch victory against Ghana and defend their gold medal in the women’s football final at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana. During his visit to the team’s camp on Tuesday, amidst their preparations for […]

Kwara State Social Investment Program, (KWASSIP), on Monday March 18, 2024, said that its 2024 program will capture more of state’s para- athletes as part of its plans to stimulate economic growth in the sporting sector. This was disclosed by Dr Abdulwasiu Olayinka Tejidini, the General Manager, when members of the Sports Writers Association of […]

*Praises talent, dedication and patriotism of the contingent The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh lauded the Daniel Igali-led Nigerian Wrestling Federation following the exceptional performance of Nigerian athletes at the African Senior Wrestling Championship taking place in Alexandria, Egypt.  The wrestlers have continued to showcase talents and determination, after securing a […]

As the 2023 African Games enters a new week, anticipation is high for a thrilling display of athleticism, particularly in the track and field events. With a formidable contingent of 54 athletes, Nigeria is poised to make a significant impact in the event taking place in Accra. Leading the charge for Nigeria is none other […]

47 years after its construction, and after years of dilapidation and several failed attempts to renovate the Indoor Sports Hall of the Kwara State Stadium Complex, the sports edifice has been earmarked for renovation. Kwara state government weeks ago, approved the award of rehabilitation and upgrade of the long dilapidated Indoor Sports Hall at N2, […]

Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Ownan Enoh has re-echoed the government’s strong sense of priority to the welfare of athletes, affirming that the Ministry of Sports Development is dedicated to working tirelessly for their benefit. Senator Enoh emphasized, “Every effort is being made to be on top of the need to ensure the […]