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Oba Ladoja launches ex-Ibadan professional footballers school of sports  By OyoSportsNews  The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba (Senator) Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Aruna I, has officially launched the Ex-Ibadan Professional Footballers Association (EIPFA) School of Sports, describing the initiative as a landmark project that will significantly contribute to the development of sports, youth empowerment, and educational advancement in Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole. The revered monarch, who was represented by the Aare Onibon of Ibadanland, Chief Abiola Iyiola, performed the official launch during a colourful ceremony held alongside a novelty football match between Ex-Ibadan Professionals and Ex-Super Eagles at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan. Speaking on behalf of the Olubadan, Chief Iyiola commended the leadership of EIPFA for conceiving a project capable of transforming the lives of young athletes through a combination of sports...

Isin defeat Irepodun to retain Kwara south unity title  ............as organisers thank KWSG, Sports Commission, other partners for support Defending champions Isin Local Government successfully retained their crown at the second edition of the Kwara South Unity Football Tournament, defeating Irepodun Local Government 1-0 in a thrilling final to emerge back-to-back champions. Having lifted the trophy in the maiden edition, Isin entered this year's competition as favourites and lived up to expectations with another impressive campaign. They topped Group A with seven points, finishing ahead of Irepodun, before advancing to the knockout stage. In Group B, Offa Local Government finished first while Ifelodun claimed the second qualification spot. The semi-final fixtures produced exciting encounters as Isin overcame Ifelodun to book a place in the final, while Irepodun edged Offa to set up a title clash against the defending champions. The final lived up to its billing, wi...

Nagode hosts third edition of ABN Chess tournament, donates boards to Kwara Schools The third edition of the Ahmed Bolaji Nagode (ABN) Chess Tournament ended on a high note in Ilorin, Kwara State on Saturday, with emerging talents showcasing their skills and winners receiving prizes, trophies and recognition after intense competition at the refurbished Pa G.B. Ladipo Indoor Sports Hall of the George Innih Stadium Complex. The tournament, sponsored by Alhaji Ahmed Bolaji Nagode, attracted 40 chess players across different age categories who competed in the Rapid and Blitz events. Speaking with journalists at the event, Nagode revealed that his passion for chess and previous experience as an active player inspired him to establish the competition. According to him, he was actively involved in chess during his university days, particularly at the University of Ilorin, and later as a mid-level management staff member of the defunct National Electric Power Authority ...

Third Anniversary: Prof Nuhu Tachi commends Gov Bago's transformative leadership in Niger By Abubakar Hassan Former Commissioner for Tertiary Education in Niger State and Executive Director (Finance), North Central Development Commission (NCDC), Prof. Muhammad Bashar Nuhu Tachi, has congratulated the Farmer Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, on the occasion of his third anniversary in office, describing his administration as impactful and reform-driven. In a congratulatory message, Prof. Nuhu Tachi said the past three years under Governor Bago have marked a “remarkable era of purposeful governance,” anchored on the New Niger Agenda, which he noted has repositioned the state on the path of sustainable growth and development. He particularly commended the administration’s unprecedented infrastructural development across the state, stressing that the ongoing road construction, urban renewal initiatives, and rural connectivity projects have significantly improved socio-economic...

Tourism DG’s Security Man Attacks Journalists with Gun at Ilorin Durbar The Chief Orderly attached to the Director General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority, Dr. Olayiwola Awakan, allegedly attacked some journalists assigned to cover the 2026 Ilorin Emirate Durbar held on Thursday at the Ilorin Baseball Park, Adewole, Ilorin. The incident reportedly occurred when Sodiq Adebara of Harmony FM, Radio Nigeria, and Toyin Saheed of Sobi FM attempted to interview the Director General after receiving approval to attend the session. Eyewitnesses said a fracas broke out after the journalists approached the DG for an interview, as the orderly allegedly punched the journalists and threatened them with a gun while they were carrying out their official duties.  The situation, however, attracted the attention of other people at the venue whose intervention prevented further escalation. Sources further alleged that some gadgets and mobile phones belonging to the journalists...

Ilorin South Referees unveils kits donated by Canada-based Anchor Sports Management CEO, Oladele Oladimeji The Ilorin South Referees Society on Friday officially unveiled a new set of uniforms donated by Anchor Sports Management and Media Consult during its end-of-season get-together held in Ilorin. The uniforms were donated by the Chief Executive Officer of Anchor Sports Management and Media Consult, Mr. Oladele Oladimeji, a Canada-based sports entrepreneur, through the company's Continental Manager (Africa), Mr. Deji Awoyinka. Anchor Sports Management and Media Consult is a leading 360-degree sports solutions company specializing in sports branding, media, marketing, talent management, and other sports development services. Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Ilorin South Referees Society, Mr. Gbenga Olayinka, expressed appreciation to Mr. Oladimeji and Anchor Sports Management and Media Consult for the generous donation. Olayinka described the gest...