SPORT

Ogun State, Terra Kulture To Establish Film/Entertainment Village, Plans To Renovate Tourism Sites, Establish Hall Of Fame

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – As part of preparations for the upcoming National Sports Festival, the Ogun State Government has announced plans to collaborate with renowned arts and culture company, Terra Kulture, to set up a film and entertainment village in the state. According to Governor Dapo Abiodun, the proposed …

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Ogun Ready For National Sports Festiva – Abiodun

... Says MKO Abiola International Stadium To Host Africa Under-20 Athletics Competition In 2026 ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – All is now set for the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State as Governor Dapo Abiodun on Thursday, April 2, 2025, embarked on another tour of …

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Ogun State Approves N16.5 Million For Sports Associations Ahead Of National Sports Festival

… State Athletes To Begin Closed-Door Camping ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the sum of N16.5 million for 33 sports associations in the state. The fund is aimed at supporting their preparation for the 22nd National Sports Festival, which is set to …

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Oba Olugbenle Supports Yewa Unity Cup With Kits, Trophies (+photos)

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle MFR, the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, has reaffirmed his dedication to youth development and unity in Yewaland. As part of his commitment, the monarch has handed over trophies and football jerseys to the …

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Lotus Bank, Inter Lagos FC To Empower Young Talent Through Grassroots Football (+photos)

LAGOS, NIGERIA – March 11, 2025: Lotus Bank has entered a strategic partnership with Inter Lagos FC marking a significant step in the Bank’s commitment to community development and grassroots football. This collaboration underscores Lotus Bank’s dedication to fostering sports excellence and strengthening the local football ecosystem. Inter Lagos FC, …

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Access Bank Restates Commitment to Community, Sustainability at 10th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon (+photos)

  LAGOS, NIGERIA – FEBRUARY 18, 2025: Access Bank Plc proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathonlast Saturday, February 15, 2025, highlighting the platform’s ability to foster unity, promote healthy lifestyles, and showcasing African excellence on the global stage. Since its inception in 2016, the …

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Access Bank Lagos City Marathon: A Day Of Tribute To Wigwe’s Legacy As Kenya’s Edwin Kibet Wins Again

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – Edwin Koech, a Kenyan athlete, has clinched the victory in the men’s category of the 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon competition. Koech completed the 42km race in a record 2 hours and 14 minutes, securing the $50,000 prize – marking his second consecutive …

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Yewa Youth Unity Cup 2025 Kicks Off Across Yewa, February 11

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The much-anticipated Yewa Unity Cup (Youth Championship) 2025 officially commenced with its preliminary matches on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Ado-Odo, Ayetoro, and Ijoun. Match 1 took place between Ado-Odo FC and Gboko FC at Ado-Odo, while Match 2, featuring Imasayi FC …

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FPI Rector Akinde Urges Ogun State Government To Renovate Gateway Stadium, Ilaro (+photos)

,,,Calls for Revitalization Of Sporting Activities In Schools BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro (FPI), Dr. Mikhail Akinde, has called on the Ogun State Government to renovate and revive sporting activities at the Gateway Stadium, Ilaro in Yewa South Local Government …

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Chief Biodun Ilo Congratulates Participants Of 2nd Adele Olu Table Tennis Competition, Thanks Supporters, Organizers

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The sponsor of the Adele Olu Table Tennis Competition, Chief Biodun Ilo, has extended his congratulations to all participants of the tournament’s 2nd edition. Fondly called “Adele,” Chief Ilo delivered his closing remarks through Elhadj (Otunba) Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, the Otun Baaroyin …

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