Bayelsa State has surged to the top of the medals table at the 22nd National Sports Festival after an action-packed Day 3, showcasing dominance across several events. With a haul of six gold, two silver, and one bronze medal, the South-South state currently leads the overall standings as competition intensifies across venues. Closely trailing Bayelsa
Team Ogun has recorded a resounding victory in the women’s handball event at the ongoing National Sports Festival, overpowering Team Kogi with a convincing 32–20 win. The match, which was held at the Alake Sports Centre in Ijeja, Abeokuta on Tuesday, drew enthusiastic spectators as both sides battled for dominance on the court. From the
ABEOKUTA — The National Sports Commission (NSC) has disqualified a number of registered athletes with unresolved anti-doping issues from participating in the 22nd National Sports Festival, currently underway in Ogun State. The disqualification followed mandatory pre-competition testing and screening conducted in partnership with the Nigeria Anti-Doping Committee (NADC) in accordance with global standards set by
Team Delta has taken the lead on the medals table at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged “Gateway Games 2024,” overtaking early leaders Cross River State. Cross River had initially topped the medals chart on the opening day of the games, following an impressive start in the weightlifting events. King Kalu Ufiem secured three
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has commended Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for the exemplary media centre facilities provided during the ongoing National Sports Festival. The media centre, praised for its modern infrastructure and efficient services, has significantly enhanced the experience of journalists covering the festival. Speaking on behalf of SWAN, the
The much-anticipated National Sports Festival (NSF) 2025 officially commenced on Saturday with a spectacular display of glamour and elegance at the opening ceremony held at the Abuja National Stadium. The event brought together athletes, officials, and spectators from across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for a celebration of sportsmanship, unity, and
The city of Abeokuta came alive on Sunday as Ogun State played host to a spectacular opening ceremony for the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival, delighting an enthusiastic crowd of over 10,000 spectators with a rich display of culture, music, and athletic spirit at the MKO Abiola International Stadium. The ceremony, which signaled
LONDON — Nottingham Forest kept their UEFA Champions League hopes alive on Sunday with a crucial 2–1 away victory over West Ham United at the London Stadium, as the Premier League season nears its dramatic conclusion. Forest took the lead in the 11th minute when Morgan Gibbs-White capitalised on a poor clearance by West Ham
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on [insert date of event], received the English Premier League trophy during a courtesy visit, reaffirming his administration’s unwavering commitment to sports development and youth empowerment in the state. The symbolic presentation of the trophy was part of a wider initiative to promote grassroots engagement in sports and inspire
The Gateway Games 2024 officially commenced today in Ogun State with a grand opening ceremony that brought together a distinguished gathering of national leaders, state governors, federal ministers, sports icons, and revered traditional rulers—all united in celebration of youth, unity, and excellence through sports. Held in a charged and jubilant atmosphere, the opening ceremony marked
