In a strategic move blending sports development with brand marketing, AmuGold, a leading cosmetics company in Nigeria, has launched the inaugural edition of the AmuGold Football Competition, signaling its intent to make it an annual fixture. The competition, which kicked off today Sunday May 4, 2025 at the Kwara Football Academy (KFA), is more than […]
President Federation Cup: Thuraya appeals to govt, stakeholders on Kwara United
The Chairman of Kwara State Football Association, Mallam Idris Abdullahi Musa has appealed to the state Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to go extra miles in supporting and motivating the state’s darling team, Kwara United Football Club to win the ongoing President Federation Cup competition. He equally charged all stakeholders in the state and beyond, to […]
14 days to go: Ogun State ready to host Nigeria’s biggest Sports Festival Yet
Nearly two decades after making history in 2006, Ogun State is once again taking center stage. Back then, the Gateway Games left a lasting impression on the nation under the visionary leadership of the then Ogun State Governor, Otunba Gbenga Daniel and then Commissioner for Sports, Hon. Bukola Olopade. The much-anticipated 22nd National Sports Festival […]
Bayour Issah bags Nigeria Babe Ruth League Sports Media Personality Award
Ace Sportscaster, Bayour Issah was yesterday, Wednesday April 30, 2025, presented with an award of Excellence by Nigeria Babe Ruth League, for his contributions to the development of the game. While presenting the award to Bayour Issah, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sportspro International in Ilorin, Asagunla James PhD, the Roster Submission Administrator for […]
NNL 25: Bolu Ajina the hero as ABS FC defeat Sporting Lagos in Ilorin
Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin Football Club secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Sporting Lagos FC in their Nigeria National League (NNL) Matchday 15 encounter, today Saturday April 26, 2025, at the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl of the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin, Kwara State. After a goalless first half, ABS Ilorin FC’s persistence paid […]
Francis Orbih elected into Badminton World Federation Council
President, Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), Francis Orbih, has been elected as a Council member of the Badminton World Federation (BWF). The election took place during the BWF Annual General Meeting held today Saturday, April 26, in Xiamen, China, where Orbih emerged victorious over top contenders from other African countries. He will join Cameroon’s Odette […]
Team Nigeria closes African Senior Weightlifting Championship with 13 gold, 4 silver and 1 bronze
Team Nigeria has wrapped up its participation at the 2025 African Senior Weightlifting Championship in Moka, Mauritius, with a stunning haul of 18 medals—13 gold, 4 silver, and 1 bronze, cementing its status as a continental powerhouse in the sport. Nigeria’s final day of competition saw Sarah Ovayioza deliver a show-stopping performance in the Women’s […]
INTERVIEW: I never received any formal golf training before becoming a golfer – Jide Allen
….Ilorin Golf Club targets producing more professional golfers, as part of its 50 years celebration… Jide Allen is the Captain of Ilorin Golf Club. The former Kwara table tennis star spoke to sportsbash.com.ng on his journey to becoming a golfer, and the challenges of running the Club, despite daunting challenges. Excerpts: Who is Jide Allen? […]
Eniola Bolaji wins 2024 Africa Women in Badminton Award
Paralympic bronze medalist, Eniola Bolaji, has been named the recipient of the 2024 Africa Women in Badminton Award (AWIBA), in recognition of her outstanding achievements and inspiring journey in para-badminton. The prestigious award was presented during the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) Annual General Meeting held on Thursday, April 24, in China. Bolaji, a multiple-time African […]
Nottingham Forest trials 3 Nigerian players from Unicorns FC
Nottingham Forest, currently sitting fourth in the English Premier League table with 60 points, is set to give three Nigerian players from Unicorns Football Club of Ilorin a chance to shine. Left winger Olamide Sunday Olasehinde, central defender Sulyman Kehinde Quadri, and midfielder Sanni Sukanmi Adebayo have arrived in the UK for a two-week trial […]