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BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, Dr. Mikhail Akinde, on Saturday, January 25, 2025, demonstrated his unparalleled skills in the game of ping pong when he emerged as the overall winner of the coveted cup of the prestigious Adele Olu Ilaro …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – JANUARY 26, 2028 – Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) is proud to be the headline sponsor of the 2025 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament. The highly-anticipated Polo Series will be held at the prestigious Lagos Polo Club, Ikoyi, from 4th to 23rd February, 2025. A staple …

…From Humble Beginnings To Global Impact African football star Sadio Mané has shared a heartfelt reflection on his values, questioning the pursuit of excessive material wealth. “Why would I want ten Ferraris, twenty diamond watches, and two airplanes? What good are these things for the betterment of the world?” he …

ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Organizers of the highly anticipated Yewa Youth Unity Cup, a football competition aimed at fostering unity and friendship among Yewa’s vibrant youth, have announced that application forms for the tournament are now available. Forms of the competition scheduled to kick off on February 1, 2025.can …

…Ex-Boxing Champion To Light Torch Of National Sports Festival In May ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has unveiled plans to build a state-of-the-art Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring as part of his administration’s efforts to promote sports development in the state. The Governor also …

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, …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …