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In a shocking turn of events, the Ekiti State Council of Football Referees is embroiled in controversy after allegations emerged that the acting chairman, Onilearo Kayode, and secretary, Adegoke Olusola, fraudulently registered a male referee for a position intended for a female referee. This act of misconduct has prompted calls for a thorough investigation and appropriate sanctions. According to available …

On the occasion of the 64th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, President of the Ogun State Football Association and Member of the Executive Board of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), shared a heartfelt message that resonated across the country , reports sports247. Although he did not speak from a podium, his words reached millions of people through various …

As part of the 11th African University Games (FASU), jointly organized by the Lagos State University (LASU) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG), the management of LASU organized a cultural tour for the delegates. The tour, held on September 28, 2024, explored the historic town of Badagry and offered participants a deep dive into Nigeria’s rich history and cultural heritage. …

On Saturday, September 21, Nigeria Referee with FIFA badge Yemisi Eunice Akintoye of the Lagos State Referees Council organised a symposium and training session under the theme “FIFA YEMISI RETURNS THE CONTRIBUTION” for more than 100 aspiring female referees, Sports247 reports. The event, which was held at the Lagos State Referees Association Secretariat inside the Teslim Balogun Stadium, aimed to …

Abubakar Isah Sadauki is full of emotions and excitement as he aims for gold in the five-a-side singles final as the Kano team aims to clinch their first two gold medals at the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba. The Team Kano athlete is set to make history as the first Kano athlete to claim a gold medal in the …

As Team Nasarawa continues its quest for a first medal at the eighth edition of the National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, its athletes have shown commendable resilience and determination to live up to expectations. On Saturday, the men’s hockey team made a strong statement by defeating Bayelsa team 2-1 in their opening match before thrashing Borno team 3-0 …

Sheikh Maruwf Salaudeen, the Olubori Adeen of Egba Land, has been recognised by the Ogun State Football Association (FA) for his outstanding contributions to grassroots football and youth development, sports247 reports. The award, presented by FA President, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, commended Salaudeen’s continued philanthropic work in sports which has positively impacted numerous young lives in Ogun State. In his acceptance …

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 …

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 …

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 …