*Says the power of sports can propel the prosperity and development of Africa The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has been honored with the distinguished Africa Sustainability Man of the Year 2023 Award. The prestigious accolade was conferred upon Senator Enoh at the 17th edition of the Sustainability, Enterprise and Responsibility […]
Titilayo Yusuf Foundation to host U12/17 Closed Badminton Championship in Kwara
All is set for the hosting of Titilayo Yusuf (TY) Foundation U12/U17 Closed Badminton Championship in Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State. The championship will take hold from December 21 to 23, 2023, at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Kwara State Sports Commission in Ilorin, from 9am to 3pm every day. According to the […]
FIFA’s approval of 30 Nigerian Officials for International duties signals promising prospects
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era for Nigerian football, FIFA has placed 30 match officials from Nigeria on its list for the 2024 football calendar. This announcement not only signifies a major achievement for Nigerian referees, but it also serves as a testament to the country’s commitment to excellence in sports officiating. […]
Kwara wins 24 medals as 2nd Para Games ends
Kwara State contingent at the second edition of the National Para Games (NPG), which ended today, Thursday December 14th, 2023 in Abuja, won a total of 24 medals, despite challenges brought about what many stakeholders in sports attribute to poor preparation by the Ministry of Sports Development. Instructively, Senator John Enoh, the Minister of Sports […]
National Para Games closes with Pomp and Pageantry, as Bayelsa State Emerges Champs
*Games has inspired a new era of inclusivity, empowerment, and recognition The resounding success of the 2nd edition of the National Para Games culminated in an exhilarating and grand closing ceremony at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The week-long celebration of talent, resilience, and sportsmanship concluded on December 14th, leaving an indelible mark on […]
NFF President, Gusau to visit Ilorin, grace Governor’s Cup opening ceremony
Barring last minute changes, Ibrahim Gusau, President, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will be in Ilorin on Sunday for a two-day activities loaded package geared at promoting football in the state and country, according details from Kwara State Football Association. As gathered, Gusau will be in the state courtesy of a detailed strategic plan by Hon […]
CAF Awards: Alaya hails Oshoala, Nnadozie and Super Falcons
The Chairperson of Kwara State Football Association Female Football Development Committee, Hajia Segilola Alaya has congratulated FC Barcelona Femeni forward, Asisat Oshoala for winning the 2023 Africa Women Footballer of the Year Award. At the colourful night in Marrakech, Morocco, on Monday December 11th, 2023, Nigeria swept important honours in African football, with Oshoala winning […]
Phreestyle Sport comes with ‘Kwara Made Us’ 5-a-side tourney
Ilorin, the Kwara State capital will be the center of attraction and attention for the best of 5-a-side football tournament as Phreestyle Sport will be organizing maiden ‘Kwara Made Us’ tournament. The week long intense soccer fiesta will be taking place between 18th and 23rd of December, 2023 with the aim of honoring the state […]
Sports Minister congratulates Osimhen, Oshoala, Nnadozie, Super Falcons on CAF Awards triumph
*Says this success will open a new vista for Nigeria sports The Hon. Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh proudly congratulates Victor Osimhen, and Asisat Oshoala for their remarkable achievements, securing the coveted titles of Men’s African Footballer of the Year and Women’s African Footballer of the Year, respectively, at the prestigious 2023 […]
Arsenal Kiddies Football Academy to confer Special Life Patron Award on Dr. Chukwudi Ogbolu
The management of one of the foremost football academies in Nigeria, Arsenal Kiddies Football Academy, will confer the ‘Special Life Patron’ Award on Dr. Chukwudi Ogbolu. The Award will be presented on Sunday 17th December, 2023 during the grand finale of this year’s edition of Dr. Chukwudi Ogbolu Kids Cup (CKC) tournament taking place in […]