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Kwara Professionals Battle Offa Selected to 2-2 Draw Ahead of Novelty Match, Lauds Sports Commission Chairman For Support The Kwara State Professional Footballers (KSPF) on Saturday played a 2-2 draw with Offa Selected in a friendly match held at Federal Polytechnic Offa football pitch. The match served as preparatory ahead of the Tuesday's novelty match between the home-based and foreign-based kwara-born professional footballers scheduled for 4pm at Rashidi Yekini Mainbowl. Following the friendly match, the kwara professionals have now expressed profound appreciation to the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Coach Bola Mogaji,  for providing transportation for the team to and from Offa. The KSPF also extended its gratitude to players, officials, supporters, partners, and well-wishers whose contributions ensured the success of the friendly encounter.  According to the association, the collective efforts and unwavering support of all stakeholde...

Coach Lukman Orire Leads Obazz FC to Win Dynasty Scouting Tournament in Ijebu Ode Head Coach of Obazz FC, Lukman Orire, has expressed delight after guiding his team to victory in the Dynasty Scouting League held in Ijebu Ode Local Government Area of Ogun State. Obazz FC emerged champions of the tournament after a commanding 3-0 victory over Immaculate FC in the final, capping off an impressive campaign against 12 other participating teams. Speaking after the triumph, Coach Orire praised his players for their discipline, hard work and commitment throughout the competition. He noted that the title was a reward for the team's dedication and collective effort from the beginning of the tournament. "This victory means a lot to us. The players worked tirelessly and remained focused throughout the competition. Winning the trophy against strong opposition is a testament to their character and determination," he said. The Ijebu Ode-based sid...

TSM FA Leadership Holds Strategic Talks with Ex-Super Eagles Star Olofinjana The President of TSM Football Academy, Mr. Alabi, and the Academy's Sporting Director, Mr. Musa Abaya Isa, have held a strategic meeting with former Super Eagles midfielder and Wolverhampton Wanderers star, Seyi Olofinjana, as part of efforts to strengthen youth football development and grassroots initiatives. The meeting, which took place at the Goal Project facility in Abuja, brought together key stakeholders committed to advancing football development and creating greater opportunities for young talents across the country. According to information released by the academy, discussions centred on the progress made by TSM FA and explored new strategies aimed at enhancing youth development programmes, improving grassroots football structures, and expanding opportunities for aspiring players. Olofinjana, who currently serves as a consultant to TSM FA, commended the academy's management for it...

Tsaragi Emirate Development Association Congratulates Dr. Mohammed Abubakar on FULafia AI Centre Appointment The Tsaragi Emirate Development Association (TSEDA) has congratulated Dr. Mohammed Abubakar Mohammed on his appointment as Director of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence at Federal University of Lafia, describing the development as a recognition of excellence, hard work, and dedication to academic research. In a statement issued on Friday  by its Media Directorate, the association said Dr. Mohammed's appointment reflects his outstanding contributions to academia and serves as an inspiration to young people across Tsaragi Emirate.  TSEDA noted that his emergence in the strategic role has brought pride to the community and reinforced the belief that merit and excellence are rewarded. The association expressed confidence in his ability to excel in the position, recalling the legacy of his late father, Dr. M.N. Haruna, who was widely respected for his leader...

Kwara-born Scholar, Mohammed Abubakar Appointed AI Centre Director at FULafia The Vice Chancellor, Federal University of Lafia (FULafia), Prof Mohammed Isa Kida has elevated Kwara born International Scholar, Dr. Mohammed Abubakar Mohammed to the position of Director, Centre for Artificial intelligence. The Management announced Dr. Mohammed’s elevation on June 19, 2026 via FULafia Bulletin. Recall that the University six months ago the Deputy Director of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence. His elevation was attributed to his excellent performance and smooth implementation of Artificial Intelligence policies of the Institution. Dr. Mohammed hails from Tsaragi, Edu Local Government of Kwara State. He is the son of Dr. M. N Haruna (Walin of Tsaragi). A retired Di­rector from Presidency,Abuja, former Director of DIFRRI, Kwara State and former commissioner of works and Commerce and Industry in Kwara State. He earned a B.Tech degree in Geology from Federal University of...

ABS Ilorin FC signs strategic marketing deal with Sport Flames  In a move aimed at improving the commercial fortunes of the club, Nigeria National League(NNL) side, Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS FC) Ilorin has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sports Flames Limited, a sport marketing and consultancy firm. The official signing ceremony of the two-year partnership deal was held at the Taiwo Awoniyi Sports Media Centre,Ilorin on Friday. Speaking at the event,  Director of Football, ABS Ilorin FC, High Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka described the partnership as an initative aimed at improving the fortunes of the club and enhance the its professional values. He said "This is one of the event that is done to ensure that ABS FC is run professional manner. Sportflames is a sports marketing consultant company and they are joining us in the business of football" The experienced football administator further explained the new partner are coming to maximise the existing struct...