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Yewa Youth Unity Cup 2025: Planning Committee Unveiled

ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Yewa Youth Association has officially announced the composition of the planning committee for the much-anticipated Yewa Youth Unity Cup 2025. According to a release e-signed and made available to StarTrend Int’l magazine and online platform by Com. Fayomi Yinusa Gateway, Secretary-General, Yewa Youth Association, …

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Yewa Youth Unity Cup Kicks Off: Fostering Unity, Talent Discovery

ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Yewa People Development Council (YPDC) has approved the launch of the Yewa Youth Unity Cup, a football tournament aimed at promoting unity, uncovering hidden talents, and encouraging healthy competition among youths across Yewaland. This decision was made during the Council’s 55th Governing Council meeting, …

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Owo Blow at 70: Governors Makinde, Adeleke, Football Legends Celebrate Nigerian Icon

IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke are set to lead dignitaries in celebrating Nigerian football legend Dr. Felix Owolabi Akinloye, popularly known as “Owo Blow,” as he marks his 70th birthday. The grand celebration will honour Dr. Owolabi’s immense contributions …

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ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has stated that preparations are in top gear for the 2024 National Sports Festival Games to be hosted by the State in January 2025. Speaking after inspecting the ongoing renovation of facilities at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Kuto, and the Ijeja …

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Reconstruction Works Begin In Major Sporting Complexes As Ogun Prepares For NSF

ABEOKUTA, The Ogun State Government has commenced reconstruction and renovation works on the MKO Abiola International Stadium and the Alake Sports Centre, Ijeja, Abeokuta, ahead of the National Sports Festival (NSF), tagged “2024 Gateway Games.” Speaking after inspecting the two facilities, the Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka assured …

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Former Nigerian Goalkeeper Ambruse Vanzekin Resigns Over Poor Pay

BENIN, EDO STATE, NIGERIA – Ambruse Vanzekin, a former Nigerian goalkeeper, has resigned from his position as goalkeeper trainer at Bendel Insurance, citing unfair treatment and poor compensation. Despite his contributions and achievements, including winning a silver medal at the 2008 Olympics, Vanzekin revealed he had been earning a modest …

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8th National Youth Games: Ogun State Grassroots Sports Development Thrives As Team Ogun Shines In Asaba

ASABA, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA – Team Ogun has made a remarkable impact at the 8th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, with impressive performances and a growing medal tally. Starting strong with a historic first medal in Para Table Tennis, the team’s journey has been marked by significant achievements. …

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Ogun State Team Embodies Excellence At 8th Nigeria Youth Games, Prepares For Gateway Games 2024 – Hon. Wasiu Isiaka (+photos)

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State team competing at the ongoing 8th Nigeria Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, has been praised for its dedication, talent, and resilience.  Led by a group of dynamic young athletes, the team has gained widespread recognition for upholding the standard of excellence …

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I’m Going To Go Play In Saudi Arabia Because Trophies Won’t Put Food On My Table – Osimhen

Victor Osimhen, the reigning Nigerian football star who has just been signed to a Saudi Arabia club has said he chosed to play in the Saudi Arabia where he would be making $33million (N52billion) yearly. The Edo-born football star stated this recently on the heels of his movement to the …

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Olympics Opening Ceremony: Celine Dion To Earn N3 Billion For One Song

Celine Dion is set to make a triumphant return with a one-off performance at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, earning a staggering $2 million (approximately N3 billion) for a single song. The 56-year-old singer had paused her career after being diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) in 2022, …

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