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…Reveals How She Once Hawked Olive Oil, Kunu, Zobo Drinks  At MFM LAGOS, NIGERIA – Super Falcons captain and Atletico Madrid star Rasheedat Ajibade has recounted her humble beginnings, revealing how she once hawked Olive oil, Kunu, and Zobo drinks during church programs at the Mountain of Fire and Miracles …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – In 1996, Chioma Ajunwa etched her name in history as Nigeria’s first-ever Olympic gold medalist, soaring to victory in the women’s Long Jump event at the Atlanta Games.  Her triumph was not only a personal milestone but a national moment of pride, breaking barriers …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Super Falcons of Nigeria following their remarkable comeback and record-breaking victory at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a thrilling final on Saturday, July 26, 2025, the Super Falcons shocked …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, for his extraordinary use of chess as a transformative tool to uplift underserved communities. Describing Onakoya’s work as “a reflection of the resilience and brilliance of Nigeria’s youth”, the President celebrated his achievements …

…Described A Symbol of Unity and Excellence ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Team Delta emerged as the overall winner of the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF) held in Ogun State, topping the medal table with an impressive haul. On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Team Delta secured 122 gold, 96 silver, …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has described as regrettable the protest staged by some athletes representing the state at the ongoing National Sports Festival over delayed allowances. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, the …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – In a thrilling showdown at the Cinema Hall of the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, the atmosphere was electric as Taiwo Ogunbanwo of Team Ogun delivered a stunning performance to clinch gold in the Men’s 10m Air Rifle event at the National Sports Festival. Ogunbanwo …

For the record: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State, the host of the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival (Gateway Games 2024), has asserted its dominance with impressive performances as Team Ogun’s swimming sensation, Kolade Otunla, etched his name into the record books by breaking the national …

For the records: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – It is no longer a news that the opening ceremony of the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged Gateway Games 2024, took place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, but the Vice President Kashim Shettima …

ILISHAN-REMO, IKENNE LG., OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has promised a reward of N2.5 million for each gold medal won by the state’s athletes at the National Sports Festival kicking off on Sunday in the state. The governor also promised the sum of N1.5 million …