By the time AFCON 2025 ended in Morocco, one thing was clear: The loudest voice at the tournament wasn’t the fans. It wasn’t the players nor even even the goals and the colourful celebrations that goes with them. It was the whistle, coued with the Video Assistant Referees (VAR). From day one to the final […]
Alangua, others laud Senator Sadiq Umar, Kwara FA over Akerebiata Wembley upgrade
The Alangua of Ibagun, Okelele, Ilorin, Màllam Sakariyau, alongside renowned sports patron Akano Saka Bola Morrow and the Vice Chairman of Ilorin East Football Council, Ahmed Abdullah, have jointly commended Senator Sulaiman Sadiq Umar for his unwavering support toward the upgrading of Government Day Secondary School, Karuma Field—popularly known as Akerebiata Wembley. The trio also […]
Senator Sadiq Umar supports the upgrading of Akerebiata Wembley
In a bold move that underscores his commitment to grassroots development, Senator Sulaiman Sadiq Umar has thrown his full support behind the grading and upgrade of the Government Day Secondary School, Karuma field, popularly known as Akerebiata Wembley. The intervention is widely seen as a strategic investment in youth empowerment, community cohesion, and the long-term […]
Edu Super 8 League 2025/26 gets underway with purpose, hope and opportunity
The ongoing 2025/26 Edu Super League is fast redefining grassroots football and youth engagement in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State. Organised by the Edu Football Council and sponsored by renowned community supporter, Mohammed Baba Ibrahim (MBI), Wokili Sadauki of Lafiagi, the league has become more than just a competition, it is now a […]
Edu Super 8 League 2025/26 gets underway with purpose, hope and opportunity
The ongoing 2025/26 Edu Super League is fast redefining grassroots football and youth engagement in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State. Organised by the Edu Football Council and sponsored by renowned community supporter, Mohammed Baba Ibrahim (MBI), Wokili Sadauki of Lafiagi, the league has become more than just a competition, it is now a […]
Kwara Football Academy to host Ibrahim Bako U-13 championship
Kwara Football Academy (KFA) has announced the maiden edition of the Ibrahim Bako U13 Championship, a grassroots football tournament organised in honour of its outgoing Administrator and Chief Executive Officer, Mallam Ibrahim Oladele Bako. The championship, which is designed to celebrate and immortalise Mallam Bako’s immense contribution to the growth and development of the Academy, […]
Kwara FA hails it’s Chairman, Thuraya on his birthday
Kwara State Football Association has congratulated its Chairman, Alhaji Idris Abdullahi Musa Thuraya, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a visionary leader and a dependable pillar of football development in the state. In a message signed by the Vice Chairman, Bashorun Kayode Bankole, on behalf of the Board members and staffers of […]
Kwara SWAN congratulates Kwara FA Chairman, Hon. Idris Abdullahi Musa Thuraya
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, has congratulated the Chairman of the Kwara State Football Association, Hon. Idris Abdullahi Musa Thuraya, on his outstanding leadership and continued contributions to the development of football in Kwara State. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, Mallam Ismail Ayodeji, and the Assistant Secretary, […]
AFCON 2025: Nigeria claims bronze, as NSC applauds Super Eagles for grit, style and national pride
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Super Eagles of Nigeria on their outstanding third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following a hard-fought victory over Egypt in the bronze medal match. The Commission praised the team not only for securing the bronze medal but for the character, discipline and exciting […]
Saraki’s Grand Gesture: Kwara youths, sports stakeholders storm Morocco to back Super Eagles
In a powerful show of commitment to sports development and youth empowerment, former Senate President and the Proprietor of ABS FC Ilorin, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, sponsored several football stakeholders, mostly youth groups from Kwara State and other parts of Nigeria to Morocco, to support the Super Eagles at the 2025 AFCON. The initiative, which […]