Gambari United on Wednesday March 18, 2026, emerged champions of the maiden edition of the 3SU U-23 Ramadan Cup, following an impressive display at the competition’s grand finale held Wednesday March 19, 2026, at the Akerebiata Wembley in Ilorin. They defeated Kingshood Football Academy 2-1 to win the trophy. Earlier, Asukuty FC also defeated A3 […]
Kwara FA kicks off CAF School Football Initiative with ball distribution to schools
The Kwara State Football Association (FA) has commenced the distribution of match balls to selected secondary schools across the state, under the CAF School Football Development Initiative, with Government Day Secondary School, Karuma in Ilorin East Local Government Area emerging as the first beneficiary. The initiative, aimed at strengthening grassroots football and nurturing young talents, […]
FEATURE: When knowledge meets incompetence: How global football exposure is exposing Nigeria’s refereeing crisis
For decades, Nigerian football fans were largely dependent on what they saw inside local stadiums to understand the game. Referees were rarely questioned, decisions were accepted as final, and knowledge of the intricate Laws of the Game remained limited to officials and a few experts. But the globalisation of football has completely changed that reality. […]
SSA on Sports pledges support for TSO football tournament, commends initiative
The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Sports Chief Anthony Adeboye, has pledged his support for the forthcoming football tournament being organised by the Tinubu Support Organisation (TSO), describing the initiative as a timely intervention in grassroots sports development. The pledge came when the Director of Football (DOF) of the organisation, Bashir Badawiy, paid him a […]
Ban on football activities: Offa Football Council Chairman calls for calm, condemns ugly incidence
The Chairman of the Offa Football Council, Alhaji Wasiu Bisi Lawal, has condemned the incident that led to the suspension of football activities in Offa by the Local Government Chairman, Hon Sulaiman Olatunji Laaro Omituntun, describing the development as unfortunate for the progress of grassroots sports in the community. Reacting to the development, Lawal said […]
Tinubu Support Organization names Media Committee members, as DOF calls for dedication, professionalism
The Tinubu Support Organization (TSO) has announced the appointment of members of its Media Committee as part of efforts to strengthen communication and publicity ahead of its upcoming activities, including the proposed national football tournament. The Director of Football (DOF) of the organization, Bashir Badawiy, while announcing the Committee, charged members to demonstrate dedication, professionalism, […]
Kwara SWAN congratulates Bashir Badawiy on appointment as TSO Director of Football
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, has congratulated the General Manager of Kwara United F.C., Mallam Bashir Badawiy, on his appointment as the Director of Football of the Tinubu Support Organization (TSO). In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Mallam Ismail Ayodeji, and the Assistant Secretary, Sodiq Adebara, the Association […]
Kwara SWAN congratulates Bashir Badawiy on appointment as TSO Director of Football
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, has congratulated the General Manager of Kwara United F.C., Mallam Bashir Badawiy, on his appointment as the Director of Football of the Tinubu Support Organization (TSO). In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Mallam Ismail Ayodeji, and the Assistant Secretary, Sodiq Adebara, the Association […]
Stage set, as DG of TSO inaugurates DOF, Zonal Coordinators for National football tournament
The stage is now set for the much-anticipated national football tournament organised under the auspices of the Tinubu Support Organisation (TSO), following the inauguration of Zonal Coordinators by the Director-General of the group. The inauguration ceremony, which drew political stakeholders, sports enthusiasts and youth representatives from across the country, marks a major step toward the […]
Senator Sadiq Umar unveils grassroots vision as 3SU Ramadan Cup kicks off in Akerebiata
Senator Sadiq Umar has reaffirmed his commitment to grassroots sports development with the successful kickoff of the 3SU Ramadan Cup in Akerebiata, Ilorin, an initiative designed to empower young football talents and strengthen community engagement during the holy month of Ramadan. The colourful opening ceremony yesterday, Sunday 8, 2026, also witnessed the official commissioning of […]