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El-Kanemi Warriors FC Presents President Federation Cup to the Shehu of Borno for Royal Blessings The management, technical crew, players, and supporters of El-Kanemi Warriors FC paid a courtesy visit to the palace of His Eminence, the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar ibn Umar  Garbai El-Kanemi, in Shehuri, Maiduguri, to present the President Federation Cup for royal blessings. The El-Kanemi Warriors delegation was led by the club's former Chairman, Alhaji Mala Zanna Kakaje, alongside the Chairman of the Borno State Football Association, Alhaji Babagana Kalli. Speaking during the visit, the Chairman of El-Kanemi Warriors FC, Alhaji Waziri Isah Mai Qatar, paid homage to His Eminence and expressed appreciation for his support of the club. "We are here today to present the President Federation Cup, which your team won last Saturday in Asaba. The players displayed courage, determination, and pride, giving an excellent representation of the Kanem Dynasty as true warriors...

Kwara horse show set for bigger return as preparations begin for second edition In a bid to stage another successful event, the organisers of the Kwara Horse Show have commenced preparations for the second edition of the competition. Regarded as one of Nigeria's fastest-growing equestrian events, the Kwara Horse Show debuted in November 2025 in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, featuring activities such as Horse Ball, Horse Parade and the adrenaline-pumping Horse Marathon. Confirming the development on Thursday in Ilorin, the Convener of the Kwara Horse Show, Ambassador Bolaji Mogaji-Nda, disclosed that the second edition of the event will be bigger and better. Mogaji said, "We are delighted to have commenced preparations for the second edition of the Kwara Horse Show. This year's edition will be bigger and better." He added that the event would have an expanded scope this year, noting that the 2025 inaugural edition has set a benchmark for subsequent editi...

El-Kanemi Warriors FC Announces Vacancy for Technical Adviser El-Kanemi Warriors Football Club hereby invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced coaches for the position of Technical Adviser as the club continues its preparations for the forthcoming football season and continental engagements. The club is seeking a highly experienced and disciplined coach with the capacity to lead El-Kanemi Warriors FC to greater success at both the domestic and continental levels. The successful candidate must possess the following qualities: A proven track record of success in football coaching. Be a tested, high profile coach with the experience and qualifications to lead a team in CAF continental competitions. Demonstrate a high level of discipline, professionalism, and leadership. As part of its restructuring ahead of the new season, the management has retained a number of players who remain in its long-term plans, while others will be placed on the transfer market. I...

Flamingos Coach Busari Ishola to Train Kwara Football Coaches Head Coach of Nigeria's Under-17 Women's National Team, the Flamingos, Coach Busari Ishola, is set to headline the Nigeria Football Coaches Association (NFCA), Kwara State Chapter's Football Coaches Seminar scheduled to hold on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Kwara State Stadium Main Bowl in Ilorin. The seminar, which forms part of the association's efforts to enhance the technical capacity and professional development of football coaches across the state, will bring together coaches for a day of theoretical and practical learning. Coach Busari, who has earned recognition for his work with Nigeria's Flamingos, will deliver a presentation on "Scientific Methods in Football Coaching and the Importance of Minor Games in Football."  The session is expected to expose participants to modern coaching techniques, player development strategies, and the effective use of small-sided...

Governor Bago appoints Mojeed Ibrahim as Niger Tornadoes Sporting Director By Yemi Sodeeq Niger State Governor, Farmer Governor Umar Muhammad Bago, has approved the appointment of renowned football administrator Abdulmajeed Ibrahim popularly known as Greenboi as the Sporting Director of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Niger Tornadoes. Ibrahim's appointment was announced as part of the newly constituted Niger Tornadoes Management Committee following the dissolution of the previous committee.  The committee, chaired by Dr. Abubakar Abdullahi Kuso, also includes Suleiman Usman Baban Ramu (Director of Welfare), Alhaji Ibrahim Audi (Director of Logistics), Babale Musa SAM (Team Manager), Adamu Yusuf (General Coordinator), George Nuhu Daniya (TMS Officer), Ruqayya Musa Evuti (Director of Media), Mohammed D. Abdullahi (Accountant), Samaila Musa (Administrative Officer), and Jibrin Haruna (Secretary). According to the Niger State Ministry of Sports, Youth and Social...

Coach Dogo Marks 20 Years As Magaji Of Odo-Okun, Dedicates Federation Cup Glory To Emir Of Ilorin,Family  The Technical Adviser of Niger Tornadoes, Coach Kabiru Dogo, has dedicated his 2026 President Federation Cup triumph to his 20th anniversary on the throne as Magaji Odo-Okun of Ilorin, Kwara State. Dogo made the dedication during a special thanksgiving prayer organized by his family and the Odo-Okun community to mark two decades of his chieftaincy title. The former Kwara United gaffer, who led El-Kanemi to a 1-0 victory over Ikorodu City in Asaba to win Nigeria’s oldest knockout trophy, said the milestone was made possible by God’s grace, wisdom, and guidance. "I thank God Almighty for granting me the opportunity to mark 20 years as Magaji Odo-Okun in good health, happiness and divine wisdom. My journey so far has been one of God’s favor and protection over me, my family, and the entire community," Dogo said. Despite the demands of a coaching career that often...