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NPBL shockwaves, Hoops N’ Read almost out as Kano Pillars humble Lagos Legends

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By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye It’s heartbreak in the Lagos camp. Once the pride of Nigerian basketball, Hoops N’ Read BBC are almost out of the ongoing abridged Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) — ending their hopes of getting continental action. Despite a spirited 74–67 win over Nigeria Customs on Match Day 6 in Port Harcourt, the Lagos side’s late rally wasn’t enough to keep their Basketball Africa League (BAL) dream alive. With just two wins in six games, Hoops N’ Read sit sixth on the log — a far cry from their glory days as league heavyweights. Elsewhere, Gboko City Chiefs continued their ruthless march, dismantling Kwara Falcons 74–60. Led by the high-flying Kareem Joseph, a dunk specialist with a flair for flair, the Chiefs showed no mercy.  “This win proves our discipline and ability to execute,” Joseph said after the game — and his team’s performance backed it up. But the real drama unfolded in Game 3. The previously unbeaten Lagos Legends were ri...
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Team Nigeria heads to Saudi Arabia for Islamic Solidarity Games

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...“This is part of our road to Los Angeles 2028” – DG National Sports Commission, Honourable Olopade  By Maxwell Kumoye    The green-and-white flag is about to fly high again — this time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as Team Nigeria gears up for battle at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games, holding from November 7 to 21, 2025. With a 46-member contingent — 35 athletes and 11 officials, the nation’s best will compete in seven sports, including athletics, para athletics, para powerlifting, weightlifting, wrestling, boxing, and taekwondo. According to the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, the Games are more than just another international outing — they are a strategic stepping stone toward the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. “It’s part of our National Sports Commission’s strategic planning for the Olympics,” Olopade said confidently.  “The Islamic Solidarity Games represent a great opportunity for Nigeria to sh...
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Oyebanji’s victory, a testament to over three years of impactful governance in Ekiti – Dr Olusola Osetoba

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By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye            Ekiti State basked in celebration on Monday as Governor Biodun Oyebanji clinched the All Progressives Congress (APC), governorship ticket for the 2026 election — a victory widely seen as a reward for his over three years of steady, people-centered governance. Amid cheers at the Ekitikete Pavilion, Ado Ekiti, 885 delegates from all 177 wards across the state unanimously affirmed Oyebanji’s candidacy, sealing what many described as a “referendum of progress.” “The endorsement wasn’t just political — it was a validation of performance. From massive road rehabilitation projects that have opened up rural communities, to landmark investments in youth empowerment, digital innovation, and sports infrastructure, his administration has redefined what grassroots governance means in Ekiti,” that's the submission of Dr. Olusola Osetoba. Dr. Olusola Osetoba, the Governor’s Technical Adviser on Sports, haile...
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Agbejoye takes flight – Grassrunners’ prodigy begins trials with Manchester City

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By Raymond Nwaduba and Maxwell Kumoye    From the lush training pitches of Ikenne to the dazzling lights of Manchester, Grassrunners FC’s sensational winger, Angelo Agbejoye, has embarked on what could be the defining journey of his young career — a two-week trial with Premier League champions, Manchester City. The electrifying left-footer, whose pace and precision have turned heads across youth football circuits in Nigeria, kicked off his trials on October 27, with the session scheduled to run until November 10, 2025. For a player who honed his craft in the quiet heart of Ogun State, the call from one of Europe’s footballing powerhouses represents more than just a dream, it’s validation.  And for Grassrunners Football Club, it’s proof that their ambitious model of discovering and nurturing African talent is working to perfection. Founded just two years ago, the Remo-based side has already etched its name in Nigeria’s football development story.  The club...
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Ekweremadu appoints Okorie as Chairman, inaugurates Enugu State Athletics Board

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By Maxwell Kumoye with additional report by UO-Media Plus   The Enugu State Commissioner for Sports, Lyode Ike Ekweremadu, has inaugurated a new 11-member Enugu State Athletics Association board, with former national hurdler and current Performance Director of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Victor Okorie, appointed as Chairman. The inauguration, which marks a new phase in the state’s athletics administration, brings together seasoned coaches, administrators, and sports enthusiasts dedicated to reviving grassroots athletics across Enugu State. Other members of the board include: ✓ Coach Elizabeth Chukwuashi ✓ Onovo Boniface ✓ Henry Nwosu ✓ Eze Justus ✓ Agu Justin ✓ Emeka Benjamin Chukwu ✓ Chris Onwuzuruike ✓ Ephrem Ochonma ✓ Ken Onuaguruch ✓ John Ikpechi In a congratulatory message, Coach Chukwuashi lauded the appointment, describing it as a positive step toward repositioning athletics in the state.  She wished the new board success as they embarked...
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Engineer Gbenga Ojofeitimi –The master builder behind Nigeria’s scrabble renaissance

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By Maxwell Kumoye     In the intricate world of Scrabble — a game of intellect, patience, and precision — few names resonate with quiet power and consistent purpose like Engineer Gbenga Ojofeitimi. Now officially appointed to the Board of the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF), the long-serving supporter, sponsor, and strategist has finally taken a seat at the decision-making table of the sport he has nurtured for more than two decades. For the Scrabble community in Nigeria and beyond, his inclusion is more than a routine board appointment. It is a symbolic moment — the recognition of a man whose lifelong devotion has helped sustain one of Nigeria’s most successful mind sports. “This appointment is not just a gain for Scrabble,” said Engineer Olobatoke Aka, the immediate past president of the NSF. “It’s a big win for Nigerian sports. Engineer Gbenga Ojofeitimi has been part of Scrabble’s story for years. He has invested his time, money, and ideas long before this ro...
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Daniel FC turns a new page as Akanmu Salabiu Abiodun takes the helm

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By Maxwell Kumoye with additional report by Raymond N' Media As the 2025/2026 Nationwide League One (NLO) season draws closer, Daniel Football Club of Abuja has made a bold move to reshape its footballing fortunes.  The club has announced the appointment of Coach Akanmu Salabiu Abiodun as its new Head Coach — a decision many believe could spark a new era for the ambitious side. The club’s chairman, Daniel Felix, confirmed the development in a statement released on Sunday, October 26, 2025, expressing optimism that Abiodun’s arrival would bring renewed energy, fire power and direction. “Daniel Football Club, Abuja, is happy to announce the appointment of Akanmu Salabiu Abiodun as our new Head Coach,” the statement read.  “His appointment takes immediate effect, and we hope his wealth of experience will help our club make a strong challenge in the coming season.” For followers of Nigerian grassroots football, Abiodun’s name rings with both experience and passion. The...
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