Ramot Ayodele, a young karateka from the Lagos team, clinched a bronze medal in the -47kg category at the 8th National Youth Games in Asaba. Speaking to Sports247, Ayodele expressed his disappointment and alleged that he was unfairly deprived of a gold or silver medal due to biased refereeing. Read also: ASABA 2024: Victor Effiong Okon reviews the success of …
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“I love water and silver tells me to keep believing,” said Obajolowo Moboluware after winning Kwara’s first medal at the 2024 National Youth Games
At the 2024 National Youth Games in Asaba, Obajolowo Moboluware of Team Kwara created a sensation by winning the state’s first silver medal in the 100m butterfly swimming event. His impressive performance in the water, characterized by fast and precise strokes, not only earned him a place on the podium but also reflected his deep passion for the sport. In …
Read More »Group asks Governor Oborevwori to protect Delta Sports from politicians
The politicking for the exalted position of the Delta State Sports Commission is receiving more public attention due to the unsavory politics of some influential individuals, who are bent on retaining their long-standing iron grip on the fortunes of youth and sports development in the oil-rich state. And as the public eagerly awaits the appointment of a new chairman who …
Read More »Lagos develops athletes at the grassroots level – Lekan Fatodu
The Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, has reiterated that the state will continue to leverage on development programmes and other initiatives to continue producing rising stars that will take over the global stage. Read also: Funds still lacking: Urgent appeal to state governors to step up support as National Youth Games kick off in Asaba He …
Read More »Funds yet to be released: Urgent appeal to state governors to step up support as National Youth Games kick off in Asaba
As more than 3,000 young athletes gather in Asaba, Delta State, for the eighth National Youth Games, a critical problem has come to light: many state governors have failed to release the necessary funds to support their athletes. Read also: Governor Umoh Eno praises Ibom Angels, donates N5m for NWFL Premiership qualification This delay has left many teams struggling with …
Read More »Oluwafemiayo takes gold and sets new world record as Nigeria ends Paris 2024 Paralympics on a golden note
Nigeria ended the Paris 2024 Paralympics on a golden note as Folashade Oluwafemiayo won the gold medal in the +86kg Para Powerlifting division on Sunday, Sports 247 reports. Oluwafemiayo won the gold medal with a world record lift of 167kg, twokg more than the previous world record he held. Oluwafemiayo left no one in doubt when she cleanly lifted 157kg …
Read More »Nigerian badminton star Mariam Eniola Bolaji makes history and wins bronze at Paris Paralympics
On behalf of the entire Board of Directors of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) and the entire badminton family in Nigeria, the President of the Federation, Francis Orbih, is pleased to announce the historic achievement of Nigerian Para-Badminton player at the ongoing Paralympic Games in Paris, Mariam Eniola Bolaji. Read also: 2024 NWFL CHAMPIONSHIP: Angels Generation of the Chosen …
Read More »Paralympic badminton athlete Bolaji’s gold medal dream comes to an end as tributes are paid to her late coach
The fascinating history of NigeriaBadminton sensation Mariam Bolaji’s run in the 2024 Paralympic Games badminton women’s singles SL3 event came to an end after losing to China’s Xiao Zuxian in the semi-final, falling short of the gold medal target, Sports247 reports. Bolaji, who made history as the first African to reach the semi-final of the event on Sunday when she …
Read More »Paris 2024 Paralympics: Mariam Bolaji aims for a medal after claiming her second victory in women’s badminton SL3
Nigeria’s Mariam Bolaji showed her remarkable talent in the women’s singles SL3 category at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Gamesdecisively triumphing over Australian Céline Vinot in the group stage – Group B. Bolaji, who has been a standout athlete in this year’s competition, defeated Vinot in straight sets, 21-8, 21-14, in a match that showcased her exceptional skill and determination. Read …
Read More »Jubilation over the completion of Igbogbo Stadium in Ikorodu
Football is about to reach another level in Ikorodu, a suburb of Lagos State, as the Igbogbo Stadium is close to completion, Sports247 reports. The stadium which will be a new addition to the number of stadiums in the state as football teams in Ikorodu and its environs will heave a sigh of relief as the completion of the stadium …
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