It was a mixture of the display of football artistry, culture and tradition, as Lafiagi, the headquarters of Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State witnessed the birth of a talent discovery and grooming platform, Aliyu Issa Aeidu Football Academy, on Thursday February 27, 2025. The Academy, owned by a USA-based son of the soil, […]
Gov AbdulRazaq, Yahaya Seriki inspire Kwara United to 2-0 victory over Kano Pillars, as Gbadamosi win MOTM Award
Kwara United delivered an impressive performance in Matchday 28 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), securing a 2-0 win over Kano Pillars at the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl of the George Agbazika Innih Stadium, today Sunday March 9, 2025. The encounter was watched by top personalities who include the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Ambassador […]
NPFL: Gov AbdulRazaq overwhelmed by fans support as Kwara United sinks Pillars
Massive fans support at the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl of the George Agbazika Innih Stadium, Ilorin, left Governor AbdulRahaman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State overwhelmed after Matchday 28 of the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL), between home team, Kwara United and Kano Pillars. Visiting Pillars fell by 2-0, scored in both halves of the game to the […]
NSC praises on Eniola Bolaji, Badminton Federation after gold medal triumph
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended Paralympic bronze medalist Eniola Bolaji and the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), following Bolaji’s remarkable victory at the 2025 Spanish Para Badminton International II in Vitoria. Bolaji secured yet another gold medal, extending her flawless record to 11 wins in 11 international appearances. The multiple African champion displayed […]
Missing out of 2026 World Cup would be a disaster for Nigeria – Ahmed Musa
Iconic Super Eagles Captain and legend, Ahmed Musa, today Sunday March 9, 2025, in Ilorin, said that it would amount to total disaster for Nigerian football if the country fails to make to the 2026 World Cup. According to him, a whole generation of talented players would be lost, and with it, the confidence for […]
Nigeria’s Mariam Eniola Bolaji wins gold at 2025 Spanish Para-Badminton International
Nigeria’s para-badminton star, Mariam Eniola Bolaji, delivered a stunning performance to win gold at the 2025 Spanish Para-Badminton International, defeating Ukraine’s world No. 4 Oksana Kozyna in straight sets 21-15, 21-15 in the final today, Sunday March 9, 2025. The world No. 2 demonstrated her dominance throughout the tournament, overcoming tough opposition in the WS […]
NWFL Board member, Hajia Alaya celebrates women in sports on International Women’s Day
Board member of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL), Hajia Segilola Alaya has saluted women in sports, especially in football, in commemoration of the International Women’s Day 2025, which was celebrated globally today, Saturday March 8, 2025. International Women’s Day 2025 is being celebrated globally today, Saturday, March 8, under the campaign theme “Accelerate Action.” […]
NSC DG congratulates Ademola Are for emerging 1st VP of the Union of West African Rugby Federations
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon Bukola Olopade, has congratulated the President of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation, (NRFF), Dr Ademola Are, on his election as the 1st Vice President of the Union of West African Rugby Federations. Dr Are, who has been at the forefront of revamping the Country’s Rugby […]
Ahmed Musa: A paragon of leadership and philanthropy
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Abdul Momoh Photography Masterclass has described Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa as “God-sent” – a leader whose selfless gestures and philanthropic efforts have transformed countless lives. Speaking at the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin, Abdul Momoh said, ‘Musa’s passion for nurturing young talents and giving back to the community […]
Candle light possession held in honour of late athletics Coach, Harrison Momah
A candle light possession was yesterday, Friday March 7, 2025, held in honour of former Kwara and national athletics Coach, Coach Harrisson Obiajulu Momah, who died on Saturday March 1, 2025, after a protracted illness. Leading the possession which took off inside the George Agbazika Innih Stadium through Ibrahim Taiwo Road, Otunola Adebayo Street to […]