Stakeholders have advocated the need for a strategic approach for the development of Karate sports to reduce the level of crime in the society. This was the underlying message at the 22nd edition of grading exercise and end of the year programme of the Kwara State Karate Association which was held today, Saturday 17th December, […]
Talban Ebira Land supports Kwara karate grading exercise
The 22nd edition of the grading exercise that will determine the position and belt confirmation of all the Karatekas in Kwara State will hold on Saturday by 10am, at a Sports Center in Tanke Iledu area, in Ilorin. In an exclusive chat with newsmen, An Assistant Principal Coach of the Kwara State Karate Association, Coach […]
INTERVIEW: With adequate preparations, Kwara Falcons will make the difference at BAL –Jibril
Kwara Falcons Basketball Club recently won both the Bullet Basketball tournament and the NBBF Super 8 Championship, which qualifies the club for the 2003 BAL Championship. The team’s handler, Jibril Baba Abdulkadri spoke to The Head of the Sports Desk of The Herald, Jimoh Bashir on the challenges of doing so, what it means to […]
Toyin Saraki committed to development, growth of youth and sports
Barrister Toyin Ojora Saraki has pledged to continue to support sports and the support services associated with it, as it goes along with the philosophy and objectives of her foundation, the Wellbeing Foundation International, as well as been part of the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. Speaking during the exhibition match between Chapel […]
Kwara FA visits Emir of Ilorin, gets endorsement for first FA Chairman football tournament
It was yet another huge boost for the maiden edition of Alhaji Usman Mustapha football tournament after receiving the royal blessing of the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu Gambari CFR. In a courtesy visit to his place by the Kwara State Football Association and the family of Alhaji Mustapha today Wednesday December 14, […]
Kwara FA set to stage football tournament in honour of pioneer Chairman
The Kwara State Football Association under the leadership of Mallam Idris Abdullahi Musa Thuraya has concluded plans to organize a befitting football tournament in honour of the pioneer Chairman of the association, Alhaji Shehu Usman Mustapha, who is the Wali of Ilorin. Speaking at the well attended press conference organized to herald the tournament today, […]
Kumbi promises better Kwara United next season, thank Gov, stakeholders
Overbearing interference and lack of interest from corporate Nigerians have been identified as part of the problems affecting the effective growth and development of the nation’s football, as well as the league system. While featuring on Kwara State Television Service programme, AM Drive this morning, the Chairman of Kwara United Football Club, Kumbi Titiloye said […]
OPINION: Habu Gumel An Achiever Worth Celebrating, Not To Be Bullied
Successful people mostly face criticism because they are famous and they become easy targets. Engineer Habu Gumel is not left out of this. His success is no accident; it is hard work, perseverance, sacrifice and love of what you are doing. Habu Gumel has surely paid his dues, but critics are bent on tarnishing the […]
Sports officials meet to appraise Delta 2022
As the 21st National Sports Festival tagged “Delta 2022” sets to end today, December 10, 2022, members of the Main Organising Committee (MOC), Directors of Sports from the 36 States of the Federation including the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja as well as other officials have met to appraise the successes and challenges experienced during the […]
Kwara United wins Maracana Football Tournament
Kwara United Football Club this evening defeated Lagos state Selected side, named Ajegunle United 1-0 in the final of the Maracana Football Tournament organised by the Local Government Area Chairman of Ajeromi Ifelodun, Hon. Fatai Adekunle Ayoola. Kwara United started the competition by with a one-all draw against Eagles wings, beat Nath Boys 4-0, before […]