“A new publication traces the journey from Kwara Academical to the ‘Harmony Boys,’ preserving decades of football history for generations to come” – Gesinde Fregene The history of football in Kwara State is about to receive a significant addition. Kwara United Football Club: The History, The Records So Far, a landmark publication documenting the club’s […]
ABS Ilorin FC welcomes back Festus Allen as Technical Adviser
*Coach targets NPFL ticket Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin Football Club has officially unveiled experienced coach, Festus Andrew Allen as the club’s new Technical Adviser, signing a one-year contract with an option of extension based on terms and conditions. The tactician was unveiled today Wednesday August 19, 2026, at the Taiwo Awoniyi Media Centre, George […]
Former Kwara United Chairman, Salihu Aluko, celebrates 66th birthday with fulfilment, gratitude
Family members, friends, associates and well-wishers on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, celebrated the former Chairman of Kwara United Football Club and former Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Council Board, Barrister Salihu Bamidele Aluko, as he marked his 66th birthday. The legal luminary, administrator, politician and businessman used the occasion to reflect on his 66-year […]
Mogaji urges young players to harness YSFON platform for national recognition
The Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Bolakale Adisa Mogaji, says the present administration under Governor AbdulRahman Abdulrazaq would continue to prioritize youth development through sporting activities. Mallam Mogaji stated this during the opening ceremony of the 17th edition of the Kwara YSFON Commissioner of Police 2026 He advised young footballers playing […]
KWAFEST 2026: LOC inspects facilities, assures of hitch-free sports fiesta
The Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 8th Kwara State Sports Festival, Dr. Steve Olarinoye, has declared the readiness of the Committee to stage a hitch-free and successful multi-sport event. Dr Olarinoye gave the assurance when members of the LOC inspected facilities earmarked to host the various sporting events at the George […]
Sports Commission unveils Logo, Mascot ahead of 8th Kwara State Sports Festival
Kwara State Sports Commission yesterday, Tuesday August 18, 2026, unveiled the logo and Mascot for the 8th edition of the Kwara State Sports Festival. The Festival, which will be competed by athletes from the 16 Local Government Areas of the state, will feature 28 sporting events, and will hold between Friday August 21 and Saturday […]
NWFL Nationwide: Kwara United Queens begin campaign with goalless draw against Spunky Blazers
Kwara United Queens began their NWFL Nationwide campaign with a goalless draw against Spunky Blazers at the Enyimba Stadium, Aba, today Tuesday August 18, 2026. The encounter was characterised by grit, passion and determination as the courageous Queens dominated proceedings for large periods but were unable to find the back of the net. Kwara United […]
NALCOMA mourns Alhaji Dodo Isah, Jigawa Golden Stars Board Member
The National League Club Owners and Managers Association (NALCOMA) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Dodo Isah, former Team Manager and serving Board Member of Jigawa Golden Stars Football Club. Alhaji Dodo Isah passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026, following a brief illness. In a condolence message signed by the President […]
NFF: Flipping the other side of a coin ahead of Elective Congress
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) enters the final stretch towards its 2026 Elective Congress in Lafia, Nasarawa State, under an unusually intense atmosphere. The September 27 election is already generating the familiar ingredients that have historically surrounded NFF elections: political manoeuvring, competing interests, accusations, counter-accusations, lobbying, mudslinging and, inevitably, attempts to rewrite the narrative around […]
Coach Aliyu Zubair officially unveiled as Al Ahly Wad Madani Technical Adviser
Nigerian tactician, Coach Aliyu Zubair has been officially unveiled as the Technical Adviser of Sudanese giants, Al Ahly Wad Madani, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his increasingly impressive coaching career. The unveiling ceremony took place in Kigali, Rwanda, where the Sudanese club is currently holding its preparations ahead of its CAF Confederation […]