National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced that the zonal elimination for team sports ahead of the 22nd National Sports Festival would take place between February 23 and 28, 2025, across all geopolitical zones in the country. The elimination rounds would determine which state secures a place at Nigeria’s premier multi-sport event, with intense competition expected as athletes battle for qualification. NSC Director of Information and Public Relations, Ajayi Kehinde disclosed this on a statement issued on Friday in Abuja. She revealed that team sports to feature in the elimination phase includes: Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Hockey, Cricket, Beach Volleyball, Abula, and…
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Nigeria Pitch Award has nominated foremost Abuja Sports journalist, Micheal Obasi as Radio Football Journalist 2024. Obasi who recently got appointed as the Media Aide to the Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, was nominated alongside China Nnoli of Nigeria Info FM, Olawale Adigun of Mainland FMand Anthony Bekederamo of Brila Fm. Obasi who hails from Abia State has a wealth of experience as a radio broadcast journalist spanning over over 15 years with various awards including the FCT SWAN Best Sports Journalist of the Year. Speaking of the nomination, he said : “It is an…
The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) has named Rena Wakama as the Best Basketball Coach following her impressive performance at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. According to the letter of invitation from the President of ANOCA, Mr. Mustafa Berraf, communicated through Habu Gumel, the President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Wakama would be among the distinguished guests of ANOCA to receive her award. He said: “I therefore have the honor to inform you that on the sidelines of this important assembly, an award ceremony will take place for the most deserving African sports laureates, who have…
The Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN has called on the Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to postpone the local government elections scheduled to take place on Saturday. Fagbemi in a statement issued Thursday urged the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSIEC) to shelve the idea of proceeding with any Local Government Election now because it would amount to Nullity. He explained that in light of the Appeal Court’s ruling, the term of office for the elected officials has been reaffirmed and is set to conclude in October 2025. Fagbemi noted: ‘My attention has been drawn to…
The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has announced lineup of activities for the 2025 calendar year. Part of the activities would be featuring a mix of local and international tournaments, training programs, and developmental initiatives aimed at growing the sport across the country. Kicking off the year on February 10, the Rugby Rising Play Nigeria initiative would be launched across 15 states, marking a significant step in grassroots rugby development. Also, the South East zone will host the National 15s League from March 28-30 in Abia State, setting the stage for competitive regional rugby. The NRFF would organise a World…
Former military Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (rtd) has admitted that Moshood Abiola of Social Democratic Party (SDP) won the June 12 presidential election. He said the election was annulled in the supreme national interest so that Nigeria could survive. The former military general, however, expressed regret for cancelling the election. Babangida expressed regret on Thursday in Abuja during the unveiling of his book titled, “A Journey in Service” and the launching of his presidential library. He admitted that the June 12 Presidential election was the most credible, free and fair, saying it was unfortunate that the administration that…
The Director General, Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo has bagged an Honorary Fellowship of the Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) for ensuring safety standards in the aviation industry. The Honorary Fellowship is conferred only on professionals who have prioritised safety in their carriers and workplace. Also, two staff of NCAA were also conferred with the Fellowship of the Institution. They include; Ini Udofia, Technical Assistant, and Dr. Iteke Ifeanyi, the General Manager, Air Operator Certification and Surveillance. The National Chairman of NISafetyE, Oluseun Faluyi conferred the Fellowships on behalf of the Institution at the NCAA Corporate…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) President Cup has reached its thrilling conclusion, with defending champions, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) FC to square up against Family Worship Champions FC (FWC FC) in the final match. The highly anticipated encounter is scheduled to take place at the FCT Sports Complex in Abuja, with both teams determined to emerge victorious. In the Match Day 6 semifinal clash EFCC FC edged out Galadima FC 1-0, while FWC FC defeated N-Youth Academy 4-1 in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 stalemate in the second semi-final game. EFCC FC would be seeking to defend…
A former military Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar (rtd) has revealed that when they were in primary school that a soothsayer predicted former military Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida would rule the country. Abdulsalam disclosed this Thursday in Abuja during the unveiling of his book titled, “A Journey in Service” and the launching of his presidential library. He said both of them later rose to the rank of a general and also ruled the country. Also, former President Goodluck Jonathan described Babangida as one of the most charismatic leader in the country. He said Nigerians knew Babangida contributed…
A former Military Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (rtd) has revealed how former military Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida restored his rank and honour after he was accused of taking part in a coup he knew nothing about. Gowon disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja at the unveiling of Babangida’s autobiography titled, “A Journey in Service” and the launching of his presidential library. He also recalled when he visited the school to enlist Babangida, and 14 others into the army. Gowon noted: “And I learned that you are the one who made sure that Dimka either escaped rather…