Category: Sports
BREAKING: Ogun State Grassroots Sports Development Thrives as Team Ogun Shines at 8th National Youth Games in Asaba
Team Ogun has delivered a stellar performance at the 8th National Youth Games, currently taking place in Asaba, Delta State, demonstrating the remarkable progress of grassroots sports development in Ogun State. The team’s impressive medal haul, as of September 16th, includes 5 Gold, 6 Silver, and 9 Bronze medals, placing them among the standout performers…
HON. WALIU OWODE IFEDOLAPO, HON. AKEEM (JESU OGBERE), AND AWOOF TEAM ATTEND ELERINMOSA UNITY CUP FINAL IN OLOOJI RESERVE AREA
The grand finale of the Elerinmosa Unity Cup took place with high energy and excitement in the Olooji Reserve Area, graced by prominent political figures, Hon. Waliu Owode Ifedolapo, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, Ogun State House of Assembly, and Hon. Akeem Adeniran, popularly known as Jesu Ogbere, the PDP Chairmanship flagbearer for…
Bruno Labbadia Appointed as 37th Head Coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Abuja, August 27, 2024 — The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of German football tactician Bruno Labbadia as the new Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National Team, the Super Eagles. This decision was confirmed by the NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, in a statement released early Tuesday morning. “The…
Sven-Göran Eriksson Passes Away at 76 After Battling Pancreatic Cancer
Sven-Göran Eriksson, the renowned Swedish football manager, has passed away at the age of 76 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Eriksson, a highly respected figure in the football world, fulfilled a lifelong dream just recently by managing at Anfield, the iconic home of Liverpool FC. A Storied Coaching Career Eriksson’s coaching career spanned several…
Olympics: Tobi Sijuade to Represent Nigeria in Swimming
Lagos, Nigeria – Tobi Sijuade has secured his place in the upcoming Paris Olympics, where he will represent Nigeria in the men’s 50m Freestyle swimming event. Sijuade, who previously helped Team Nigeria clinch a Bronze medal in the men’s 4x100m Freestyle Relay at the African Games in Ghana, continues to build on his impressive track…
Chelsea Appoints Seyi Olofinjana in Key Talent Management Role Covering Africa
Chelsea Football Club has announced the appointment of former Nigeria international Seyi Olofinjana to a crucial talent management role that will focus on Africa. Olofinjana, 44, brings a wealth of experience to the position. The ex-midfielder, who earned 56 caps for Nigeria, had a notable career in English football. He played 147 matches and scored…
SPORTS: Marc Guiu Signs for Chelsea, Cites Exciting Football Project
Marc Guiu, the latest addition to Chelsea FC, has expressed his enthusiasm for joining the club, highlighting the appealing football and sporting project as the main reason for his decision. Guiu emphasized the trust placed in him by everyone at the club and spoke highly of the plans involving young and talented players. “The club…
Arteta Keen on 20-year-old Sesko
Amidst the anticipation of the summer transfer window, Arsenal Football Club is reportedly eyeing a potential move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko. The 20-year-old Slovenia international has caught the attention of the North London side, who are said to be considering making a formal offer for his services. Sesko’s impressive performances have not gone…
NFF Unveils Finidi George as New Super Eagles Coach
In an exciting development for Nigerian football, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially unveiled Finidi George as the new head coach of the Super Eagles. Finidi George, a former Nigerian international footballer, brings a wealth of experience and success to his new role. As a player, he achieved remarkable feats, winning the Africa Cup…
Ogun State Governor Congratulates Tobi Amusan on Jamaica Invitational Triumph
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Tobi Amusan, the World record holder, for her remarkable victory at the first Jamaica Athletics Invitational in Kingston. Amusan made history by emerging as the fastest woman in the women’s 100m hurdles this year, clocking an impressive time of 12.40 seconds to clinch…