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In the wake of Coach Kabir Dogo's departure to Nasarawa United, Kwara United has reinstated Ashifat Suleiman (Brazil) as its Head Coach, who will be supporting Tunde Sanni in his capacity as the Technical Adviser. The Club's Chairman, Kumbi Titiloye, officially announced the appointments on Saturday, emphasizing the necessity of appointing Tunde Sanni as the Technical Adviser and Ashifat Suleiman as the Head Coach to prevent any void in the technical aspect of the club. "The designation of Ashifat Suleiman as the Chief Coach of our club has been made to streamline the technical department in preparation for the upcoming NPFL season, and I am confident in his ability to leverage his experience for the club's progress,"Kumbi stated. Coach Ashifat Suleiman previously collaborated with Kwara United under Coach Biffo, and his reappointment is expected to bring added value to the club. Kwara United is set to host Niger Tornadoes in Ilorin next weekend for the opening ma...

Coach Kabir Dogo has officially departed from Kwara United, expressing his profound gratitude to the club's management, players, staff, and stakeholders for their unwavering support during his tenure with the team. After engaging in friendly matches in Offa, he formally announced his resignation, citing his aspiration to seek fresh opportunities and provide space for other coaches to exhibit their expertise. In his parting words, Dogo extended his heartfelt appreciation to key individuals, including Kumbi Titiloye and the club's administration, underscoring the pivotal role of Kwara United within the community and urging for continuous backing. Furthermore, he implored the players to throw their weight behind his successor, Tunde Sanni, and collaborate harmoniously towards the club's objectives. Bashir Badawiy, the General Manager of Kwara United, acknowledged Dogo's significant contributions and extended his best wishes for success in Dogo's forthcoming ventures. D...

Kwara United Football Club have appointed Coach Tunde Sanni as the new Head Coach following the sudden departure of Kabiru Dogo who has rejoined Nasarawa United.  Sanni's new role will be on Interim Capacity.  This decision was confirmed by Kwara United's Chairman, Kumbi Titiloye, who received Kabiru Dogo's resignation late on Friday evening. Kumbi Titiloye expressed his support for Dogo's decision, wishing him well at Nasarawa United and affirming that the club would announce Tunde Sanni's assistant soon. Titiloye also stated that Dogo's unexpected resignation has not discouraged the club, but it has instead motivated them to work harder and deliver strong performances. Kwara United is set to face Niger Tornadoes in their first match of the new NPFL season next weekend at the Kwara State Stadium complex in Ilorin.

Kwara United Football Club extends sincere congratulations to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on his prestigious appointment as the Sardauna Ngeri of Ilorin Emirate. Bestowed by the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu Gambari during the Governor's visit to the palace alongside his cabinet, this distinguished title acknowledges the Governor's exceptional performance and unwavering dedication to the state throughout the past five years. In a statement from the Club Chairman, Mr. Kumbi Titiloye, it was emphasized that the Governor's unwavering commitment to propelling the state forward through a myriad of programs and policies has been duly recognized through this revered title. This title not only serves as a tribute to his remarkable accomplishments but also serves as an inspiration for him to continue excelling in his leadership capacity. Kwara United celebrates this momentous acknowledgment of the Governor's contributions and takes pride in his noteworthy achieveme...

Abubakar Bukola Saraki Football Club today, August 29th, 2024, unveiled its final selected players in the nationwide Talent Hunt and Development Programme, as well as the coaches for its team that will compete in the  Nigeria National League (NNL). While unveiling the PTDP players, the Director of Football, Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka said that the programme is a credible platform and a deliberately created pathway for talented youth to achieve stardom. "ABS FC is a platform that is supporting the growth of youth in the round leather game. The players will be under the club's special programme that is being supported by its international partners.  He added that the team will train for three months ahead of the European tour, as they have been scheduled to visit five countries. "Apart from the 30 players for the PTDP programme, we have also selected another 30 players for the N-Youth League Cup that will commence in September, as an extended platform. While unveiling the Tech...

As Kwara United Football Club finalizes its preparations for the new NPFL season, the team will play two friendly matches this Saturday in Offa. Kwara United will face Offa Football Club and Laycon Football Club in a series of games designed to assess their readiness. Club General Manager, Mallam Bashir Badawiy, confirmed the fixtures, emphasizing that these games will help gauge both the physical and mental preparedness of the team. "We are taking our training to Offa once again, and this time, we will play two solid friendly matches against Offa FC and Laycon FC. This will solidify our final preparations ahead of our league opener against Niger Tornadoes in Ilorin on September 8th," said Badawiy. He also extended gratitude to the Club Chairman, Mr. Kumbi Titiloye, for his support in ensuring the provision of necessary logistics for the upcoming league campaign.  Badawiy appreciated the unwavering support of fans and football enthusiasts, encouraging them to continue providi...

  The Chairman of Kwara United Football Club, Mr. Kumbi Titiloye, has reassured football stakeholders in the state regarding the uncertainty surrounding the club's home venue, affirming that Kwara United will continue to play at the Kwara State Stadium in Ilorin. Responding to circulating rumors on social media suggesting that the state stadium and other clubs' home grounds have been deemed unfit for NPFL matches, Kumbi Titiloye emphasized the club's commitment to the Kwara State Stadium. "I want to emphasize unequivocally that our home games will be held at the Kwara State Stadium. Our loyal supporters, fans, and football enthusiasts in Kwara should disregard any misinformation suggesting otherwise,"Kumbi stated. He mentioned that the club is currently awaiting the NPFL inspection team following necessary maintenance work carried out on the infrastructure. Kumbi also expressed optimism that the stadium will meet the NPFL standards. "The government has undert...

  Kwara United Football Club has extended its warmest wishes to its esteemed general manager, Mallam Bashir Badawiy, on the occasion of his birthday celebration. Bashir Badawiy, a distinguished and diligent football administrator of the highest caliber, marks another year of life today. In a congratulatory message from the club chairman, Kumbi Titiloye, the celebrant was lauded for reaching another significant and productive milestone. "We honor our esteemed general manager on this auspicious day, as he embarks on another year of growth and reflection. Your unwavering commitment and dedication to our club are truly admirable,"stated Titiloye. "We send you our heartfelt wishes for many joyous returns from the entire Kwara United family." May divine blessings accompany him in the years ahead, ensuring his continued well-being and prosperity.

  The Oke Ogun Sports Committee of Oke Ogun Progressive forum in Ilorin South Local Government area of Kwara state is set to organize an Inter-Community Football Competition in honour of a prominent Islamic scholar and philanthropist, Sheikh Yahaya Adebayo Azeegazy. The Competition according the Chairman of the main organizing committee, Mallam Yusuf Adeshina Abubakar, said the tournament gets underway on Saturday 31st August 2024 at Wesley Primary School, along new yidi road, Ilorin. Mallam Adeshina Abubakar added that the competition is aimed at fostering unity among youth of Oke-ogun Community and stem the ugly trend of social ills to guarantee uneven development. "Four teams will feature in Azeegazy Cup 2024, each from zones of Oke Ogun Community, this is inline with the philosophy of the organizers to carry all the zones along Adeshina elucidated. Meanwhile, a special Prayer preceding the competition will hold on Tuesday, 29th August, 2024 at Isalekoto by 4pm. Other mem...

The recent addition to Kwara United from Sporting Lagos, Akanni Akeem, has articulated his commitment to delivering exceptional performance for the team in the upcoming season of the Nigerian Premier Football League. Hailing from Isale Eko, the talented attacking midfielder is determined to give his all for the Harmony Boys, aiming to help the club secure victories and validate the significant investments made in the team. "Kwara United boasts a storied legacy, and I aspire to become a part of that history. To prove my worth in the squad, I am prepared to showcase peak performance as we kick off the league." "Transitioning from the streets of Isale Eko to playing for Kwara United is an opportunity I cherish and intend to safeguard with utmost dedication. I am truly honored and humbled,"he remarked. "My ambition is to compete professionally in football with renowned and consistent teams in the NPFL, and I am delighted to have signed with the Harmony Boys." ...

  Kwara United Football Club has expressed their condolences to Heartland Football Club of Owerri following a road accident involving their vehicle on the way to the Tico/Select preseason tournament last Friday  which led to the death of their gaffer, Christian Obi.  In a statement issued by the Chairman of Kwara United, Kumbi Titiloye, and conveyed by the General Manager, Bashir Badawiy, they conveyed their shock at the unfortunate accident which claimed the life of the club's head coach, Christian Obi in Umunna near Okigwe in Imo state. "Our sympathies are with the management, players and officials of Heartland Football Club over the death of coach Christian Obi and those who sustained injuries in the road accident while en route to participate in a preseason tournament. We extend our prayers for their speedy recovery and grant the departed soul peaceful rest ," said Badawiy. He also emphasized the importance of motorists and all road users exercising patience while beh...

  Kwara United's recently unveiled center forward, Ismail Gata, has indicated that his return to the club is driven by the aspiration to contribute towards its continental ambitions. Among the thirty-five talented players introduced by the club's management on Thursday to strengthen the team for the upcoming league season, Ismail Gata stands out.  "I have returned to Kwara United for a second time with the intention of enhancing the club and leveraging my extensive professional experience as we gear up for the challenges ahead. " Having previously been part of this setup, I see this as another opportunity to showcase my capabilities,"he remarked. Expressing optimism, he stated, "With the team possessing the right mindset and a roster of quality players, the goal of competing at the continental level is within reach." Kwara United is set to face Niger Tornadoes of Minna in the opening match of the NPFL on September 7th at the Kwara State Stadium.

  Evelyn Oyome of Ikoyi golf club emerged the winner of the 9th Western Zone  Championship held in Ilorin with a total gross of 260 over 54 holes . The LGAN President led from start to finish to show her dominance of the women's game beating Shade Ajala of Tiger Golf club Ibadan, to 2nd place,21 shots apart. Shade Opawunmi of Ikeja golf club who was 2nd going into the 3rd and final round capitulated to settle for 3rd place after shooting 96 on the final day. Mary Onyejose of Tiger golf club Ibadan finished 4th to round up the best finishers for the Handicap 0 - 18 category . The second category, Handicap 19 -28 was won by Joyce Nule of Port Harcourt golf club with a gross of 301, six shots better of K. Erayetan of Abeokuta golf club, while Fatima Usman of Abeokuta golf club placed 3rd. The veteran category was won by Western Zone Vice President,  Evelyn Balogun of Ilorin golf club while Funke Majekodunmi , Trustees Western Zone, won the Super Veteran category.  The H...

  The Management of Kwara United football club is set to unveil its latest acquisitions on Thursday, the 22nd of August, 2024, in anticipation of the upcoming 2024/25 NPFL season. Having recently returned to Ilorin after a month-long training tour of Ikenne and Yenagoa, where they participated in the prestigious Valuejet and Douye Diri preseason football tournaments, Kwara United is gearing up for the unveiling event. Confirming this development, the Club Chairman, Kumbi Titiloye, emphasized that meticulous preparations have been made for the public presentation and photo session scheduled for Thursday at the grand Sugar Film Factory, located along Ajase Ipo road, Ilorin, commencing at 10:00 am. Titiloye elaborated that this session will serve as an avenue for the media and the general public to acquaint themselves with both the new recruits and existing players of the club.

Kwara United Commences Final Phase Of Training After Arduous Tour In Ikenne, Yanagoa Following an extensive training tour that encompassed participation in the Valuejet and Douye Diri Pre-Season tournaments in Ikenne and Yenegoa, Ogun and Bayelsa states respectively, Kwara United Football Club has returned to Ilorin to continue its preparations for the upcoming NPFL season. The coaching staff is of the opinion that the tours have significantly contributed to shaping the team for the challenges ahead. The matches played provided an opportunity for new players to exhibit their potential and skills, as acknowledged by the club management. Addressing this, the club's General Manager, Bashir Badawiy, mentioned that the management has duly noted the feedback and recommendations from the fans, emphasizing that the two Preseason tournaments have been instrumental in identifying areas for strength and improvement. "Over the past month, we have engaged in a thorough assessment of our te...

 Sports debacle in Nigeria: Time to restructure, overhaul --- Ejidike Following another woeful performance and outing of Nigerian contingents to the just concluded Paris Olympic 2024, the Nigerian Pillar of Sports, Chief Donatus Agu Ejidike, J. P has called for total restructuring and overhaul of sports sectors from policies, administration, programs, secretariat budgets and appointments in all ramifications . Chief Ejidike in another reaction to the state of sports in Nigeria in a statement made available by the Chairman, Office of the Nigeria Pillar of Sports, Prince Olayioye Ajide Shola, it is disheartening that a nation that is gifted with avalanche of talents has nothing to show at the global meet. The sports philanthropist lamented the recalcitrant tendencies of some sports administrator who shy away from implementing the desired sports policies; rather, they uphold a system where corruption, nepotism and impunity thrives. " Most sports administrators are not qualified to oc...

Kwara United targets third place finish against Akwa in the Douye Diri preseason tournament Kwara United is set to face Akwa United on Sunday at 2:00 pm in the third-place match of the Douye Diri Preseason Football tournament at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The Harmony Boys were held to a goalless draw in their last group game against Insurance of Benin on Friday. However, their performance was not sufficient to secure a spot in the final of the prestigious tournament. Coach Dogo, in his remarks to the club's media in anticipation of the final match in Yenagoa, expressed confidence in his players' ability to deliver on Sunday. He emphasized that the club's vision of commencing the new NPFL season with heightened determination is being actively pursued. "As evident from our performance, both our club and Bendel Insurance accrued the same number of points in the competition, indicating progress in our developmental process. The team is both physic...

Benue State Government Directs Expedited Completion of Aparaku Stadium in 8 Weeks The Benue State Government has instructed the state's Ministry of Sports, Youth Development, and Creativity, overseeing the enhancement of the Aparaku Stadium, to expedite the project's completion within the next eight weeks, as opposed to the previously stated 10 weeks. Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia issued this directive during the media summit for NPFL media officers held in Makurdi on Friday. Expressing enthusiasm over Makurdi being chosen as the venue for the inaugural workshop for 20 NPFL media officers, the Governor highlighted that the Gboko stadium will also undergo renovations as a sports facility that has nurtured exceptional players for the nation. He elaborated on the ongoing efforts by his administration to establish standard sports facilities in schools across the state, aiming to foster active involvement of students from grassroots levels and restore the state's reputation as a...

 Ilorin Golf Club Gets New Tractor and Pro-Am Open Alh. AWA Ibraheem has made a donation of a brand new 375 Mercy Ferguson  Tractor, worth Thirty- Five million Naira to Ilorin golf club on Thursday, promising to stage a Pro-Am Open golf  championship to be tagged ICMA Pro-Am Open on the straight 18 holes course of ilorin golf club before the end of the year . The Chairman of ICMA Profesional Services described the gesture as giving back to his community. The Offa-born philanthropist had earlier in 2015 donated a similar brand of Tractor to the club during the Captaincy of Mallam Faruk Ismail.  According to the donor, there is nothing too much to give towards the development of golf in the country, as his  impressed with the current situation of the course, he has decided to throw his weight behind Ilorin golf club hosting next year's edition of the AWA Ibraheem Junior International Golf Championship, a competition organized annually to commemorate his birthday a...

Emulate Taiwo Awoniyi, Ondo SWAN Vice Chair Encourages Nigerian Professional Athletes Isaac Afolabi, the vice chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in Ondo State, has urged other prominent athletes in the Super Eagles and across various professional sports to elevate their commitment to giving back to society, following the exemplary actions of Super Eagles star and Nottingham Forest FC striker, Taiwo Awoniyi. Afolabi delivered this message in Ilorin on Thursday while touring the rapidly developing Kwara SWAN Secretariat, a project generously supported by Awoniyi as part of his substantial charitable contributions aimed at enhancing sports in Kwara, his home state. The Nottingham striker took on the responsibility of completing the construction of the facility after it had been halted for nearly a decade due to insufficient support and funding. "The remarkable initiative undertaken by Awoniyi here in Kwara is truly commendable. "On behalf of the Ondo St...

 Ilorin Golf Club Gears Up For Kwara Open Ilorin golf club is set to host this year's edition of the Kwara Open Golf Championship.  The event which draws golfers from clubs across the country will run from 2nd to 4th of August 2024. Briefing pressman, the club's Captain Mr. Jide Allen said while they await the over 180 competitors who have registered for the event ,arrangements are in top gears to ensure an hitch-free competition that will get golfers competing over 36 holes. Competitors will arrive on Friday, 2nd of August 2024 to a welcome cocktail at the ultramodern Mohammed Lawal Club House ahead of the competition which tees-off officially on Saturday 3rd of August 2024 by 9am. Expected to perform the ceremonial tee-off is the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, who doubles as the club's Patron . The best 100 players from the first day round will qualify to play on Sunday 4th of August 2024 while the closing ceremony and presentation of pr...

  Habeeb Akeem Wins Kwara Open Trophy  Habeeb Akeem of Ilorin Golf Club emerged winner of the 7th Kwara Open Golf Championship with a gross of +2 , 146 over 36 holes. The National Youth Games discovery player carded +4 , 76 on Sunday after opening the event with a -2, 70 on Saturday.  He held on to his lead on a nervy Sunday afternoon to see off the challenges from Oluwatoba Segun, of Ikoyi Golf Club and Sikiru Jimoh of Mic-com Golf Club Ada, who both finished on +7 , 151 to finish 2nd and 3rd respectively.  The event which featured over 140 players saw Idowu Oladele of Ikeja Golf Club winning the best net prize with a net of 141 over 36 holes, beating Jamiu Muhammed of Ilorin Golf Club to 2nd place using the count back rule after the both finished with the same score. Kunle Ademokoya of Ilorin Golf Club finished 3rd a shot further back on 142. For Handicap 13-28 category , Olaitan Shabi of Sagamu Golf Club took the star price with -7 ,137 net, followed by Moshood Sh...

WHAT NEXT FOR NIGERIA AFTER PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS By Dare Kuti  It's no longer news that Nigeria returned empty- handed at the just concluded Paris 2024 Olympic Games with several of our medal hopefuls failing to make the podium finish. Many Nigerians expressed displeasure in Team Nigeria and wondered how the Federal Government of Nigeria would release the sum of 12 billion naira for the Olympics. We need to set the records straight. The 12 billion is not only for the Paris 2024 Olympics (which took place between 28th July to 11th August), but also for the Paralympic Games coming up between 28th August to 8th September, 2024. If we want to be honest with ourselves, 12 billion naira is not enough to prepare for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.  ATHLETES: I want to commend all Team Nigeria athletes who participate at this year's Olympic Games. You have shown that you are the best not only in our country (Nigeria) but in Africa. You went through a rigorous process (qualifiers) bef...

  We Are Repositioning Kwara For Sports Tourism, Service Economy-- Gov AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq    Kwara State Government has stated plans to diversify its economy beyond agriculture, focusing more on sports tourism and a service-based economy. Rafiu Ajakaiye, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abdulrahaman Abdulrazak, made this known, and emphasized that significant investments in sports are intended to complement other infrastructure developments in the capital. "The governor's vision is to transform Kwara from its agrarian image into a service-oriented economy and sports tourism hub," he stated recently. The goal is for Kwara to meet the demands of the South West, North, and North Central regions of Nigeria. Ajakaiye made these comments during the recent Kwara Closed Table Tennis Competition held at the newly constructed Table Tennis Arena at Kwara State Stadium, built under Governor Abdulrazak's administration. The competition was organized by Yoruba sportscaster, Mr...

  Diri Pre-Season: Quality of invited teams will offer insight ahead coming season- Coach Dogo Elevated Standard of Teams in Douye Diri Preseason Tournament Offers Insight into the Upcoming NPFL Season, Remarks Dogo The Head Coach of Kwara United Football Club, Kabir Dogo, has emphasized that the caliber of teams and players participating in the ongoing Douye Diri preseason soccer tournament has unveiled a glimpse of what can be expected in the imminent NPFL season. Commencing in Bayelsa State at the Samson Siasia Sports Stadium, the Douye Diri preseason tournament inaugurated its matches in group A and B on Monday. Speaking to the press following his team's goalless draw against Rivers United in the second group B encounter of the tournament, Coach Dogo characterized the match as a significant trial for both sides as the new league season approaches. "The level of competition showcased in the Douye Diri Preseason tournament is indicative of its standard and quality, offering ...

9th LGAN Western Zonal Ladies Golf Championship tees-off in Ilorin Thursday The 9th Western Zonal edition of Ladies Golfers Association of Nigeria (LGAN) Ladies Golf Championship, with the theme, 'Queen of the Greens' has been scheduled to tee-off on Thursday August 15th, 2024, at the Ilorin Golf Club.  The three-day event will have over 70 Ladies from Golf Clubs all over Nigeria participating, with lots of side attractions which includes promotion of cultural heritage, visit to Children Reception Centre, with Men also playing as Guests on Saturday.  The 54 holes game has been sanctioned by the World Amateur Golf Ranking. Briefing newsmen at a Press Conference today, Monday August 12th, 2024, the Zonal Vice President of LGAN, Mrs. Evelyn Balogun, who is also the Anchor, Western Zone of the body, said that over 50 Caddies took part in a tournament today, as part of the build-up to the event. She said that the Championship is fully sponsored by the Kwara State Government.  ...

  Kwara United Sends Birthday Greetings to Taiwo Awoniyi on His Special Day The Management of Kwara United Football Club extends warm wishes to Taiwo Awoniyi, the talented Super Eagles and Nottingham forward, on the occasion of his birthday. Taiwo Awoniyi, a distinguished figure known for his remarkable contributions to football development, particularly at the grassroots level, celebrates his 27th birthday today. In an official statement from the club Chairman, Kumbi Titiloye, conveyed through General Manager, Bashir Badawiy, the exceptional efforts of this football icon and Nottingham's prolific goal scorer in nurturing the sport at its foundation were duly acknowledged and appreciated. Awoniyi stands as a true asset not only to Kwara but to the entire nation. His benevolence was vividly displayed through his generous support for the club's goals in the final match of last season against Heartland of Owerri, where he contributed an additional N2m, as highlighted by Badawiy. ...

 Kwara United To Participate in Nigeria Youth League Cup .. Kumbi The Chairman of Kwara United Football Club, Kumbi Titiloye, has confirmed the club's intention to partake in the inaugural edition of the Nigeria Youth League Cup. The primary objective of the Nigeria Youth League Cup is to deliver a top-tier football experience to adolescents and young individuals aged between 16 and 19 years old (U-19). Scheduled to commence on September 8th, 2024, the tournament is set to span over a duration of 8 months. In a telephone conversation with the club's media department, Kumbi expressed, "We have officially enrolled in the U-19 Youth League Cup, ensuring that our talented players will secure lucrative European contracts within a 9-month timeframe." "Football embodies a commercial aspect, yet our league governing bodies and surrounding circumstances have rendered it somewhat unviable,"Titiloye remarked. Endorsed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Nigeria P...

  Kwara United To Participate in Douye Diri Preseason Soccer Tournament Kwara United Football Club has affirmed its preparedness to take part in the Governor Douye Diri Preseason soccer tournament. The club which is currently situated in Ikenne, engaging in intensive preparations for the upcoming season of the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL, will on Sunday depart Ikenne for Yenagoa for the tournament. Verifying the situation, the club's general manager, Bashir Badawiy, expressed that the team's involvement in the Douye Diri preseason signifies another endeavor by the management to elevate the club's condition in anticipation of the league. The competition is scheduled to occur at Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state, commencing from the 11th to the 18th of this month. "We are set to partake in the Douye Diri Preseason soccer tournament in Bayelsa, showcasing a renewed determination and effort aimed at optimizing our club's readiness as we look forw...

  ABS FC Talent Haunt Initiative to be Sustained...Alloy The Football Director of Abubakar Bukola Saraki FC, Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka , has expressed contentment with the club's Player Talent Development Programme, affirming that the initiative will persist as a fixture. Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka, conversing with reporters during the commencement of the club's talent scouting program in the north central zone at the KFA on Friday, emphasized that the objective is to unearth and cultivate 95 gifted players for the club. "ABS FC is engaged in the Football Business, and the fundamental purpose of this program is to identify 35 players for our NNL campaign, 30 for the U-19 youth league, and 30 destined to compete internationally,"ACC further elaborated. He cited environmental factors as a significant impediment contributing to the club's subpar performance in the previous two seasons, noting that until the government relinquishes control of football ownership and managem...

  Volleyball: 15 teams for 1st Japa Masters Tournament A total of 15 teams consisting of 8 men and 7 women has indicated interest for the first Japa Masters Volleyball Tournament. The 1st Japa Masters Volleyball Tournament is billed to hold from 22nd to 24th August, 2024 at the outdoor court of Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos. Coordinator of the Japa Masters Volleyball Tournament, Genevieve Obuladike said the tournament is aimed at giving elite players the opportunity to market themselves. Obuladike said, “The plan of the tournament is to put players in top shape before the commencement of the Nigeria Premier League. We are aware of the need for players to have more playing time in order to reach their peak. “We have received entries from participating teams; the tournament is going to be played by 8 men and 7 women's teams. Nigerians should expect explosive performances from the teams because the players are hungry for competition. “Japa Masters will create a platform for players ...

  We are not distracted by triumphs in our exhibition matches, Asserts Coach Dogo Kwara United's endeavor to attain peak performance ahead of the upcoming NPFL season received a significant boost with a commanding 7-1 victory over Hepzibah FC of Lagos on Wednesday afternoon at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne during a friendly encounter. Prior to this, Kwara United had secured a narrow 1-0 win against the newly promoted NPFL outfit, Ikorodu City, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. Ismail Gata emerged as the standout performer for the Harmony Boys in Wednesday's spectacle, finding the net four times to mark his return to the club. Louis Dadong and Moses Omodumeke also contributed to the scoresheet for Kwara United, while Hepzibah managed an own goal and a consolation strike to round off the eight-goal thriller. The coaching staff, under the guidance of Kabir Dogo, are diligently ensuring that the team is mentally and physically prepared for the upcoming season. "We are not...

Kwara Sports Commission At 3: Upgrading Sports Council To Commission Is Huge For Kwara Sports, Says Pioneer Executive Chairman   Coach Bola Mogaji, pioneer executive chairman, Kwara State Sports Commission, KSC, believes that Governor AbdulRahaman Abdulrazaq's decision to upgrade the former state sports council to a commission is by far the biggest legacy of his administration in sports.   "Through the commission, legacy project that will change sports in not only Kwara but the country at large has been embarked upon," explained Coach Mogaji while fielding questions from journalists on the anniversary of commission and his third year in office.   He considers himself an instrument in the hands of God and the governor in accomplishing projects in the sporting firmament in the country.   "We have a spanking new squash court which is the best of its kind in Africa; there is also a world class table tennis court in place, ready to place Kwara in world map for these games...

  ABS/PTDP Talent Hunt: Director Of Football Alloy Chukwuemeka Applauds Team as they arrive Ilorin Director of Football of Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC, Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka, has  commended the team of the ABS Players Talent Development Program (PTDP) upon their arrival in Ilorin after a successful nationwide talent hunt. The team, led, by its Coordinator, Mallam Jimoh Bashir,  embarked on the talent hunt on July 25, visited Kaduna State (North West zone), Bauchi (North East zone), Calabar (South South zone), and Ado-Ekiti (South West zone). The South East zone, scheduled for  Owerri Imo State, was stepped down due to unfavorable environmental concerns. Chief Chukwuemeka praised the team for their dedication and professionalism throughout the program. "I am thrilled with the team's performance and commitment to discovering talented young players across the country. Your hard work and expertise have been exceptional, and I am confident that we have identi...

Habeeb Akeem Wins 7th Kwara Open Golf Tournament Habeeb Akeem of Ilorin Golf Club emerged winner of the 7th Kwara Open Golf Championship with a gross of +2 , 146 over 36 holes. The National Youth Games discovery player carded +4 , 76 on Sunday after opening the event with a -2, 70 on Saturday.  He held on to his lead on a nervy Sunday afternoon to see off the challenges from Oluwatoba Segun, of Ikoyi Golf Club and Sikiru Jimoh of Mic-com Golf Club Ada, who both finished on +7 , 151 to finish 2nd and 3rd respectively.  The event which featured over 140 players saw Idowu Oladele of Ikeja Golf Club winning the best net prize with a net of 141 over 36 holes, beating Jamiu Muhammed of Ilorin Golf Club to 2nd place using the count back rule after the both finished with the same score.  Kunle Ademokoya of Ilorin Golf Club finished 3rd a shot further back on 142. For Handicap 13-28 category , Olaitan Shabi of Sagamu Golf Club took the star price with -7 ,137 net, followed by Mosh...