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Super Eagles Mascot Arabambi Celebrates Wife On Birthday

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Super Eagles Mascot Arabambi Celebrates Wife On Birthday Super Eagles and Kwara United FC mascot, Alabi Bashir Arabambi, has celebrated his wife, Mrs. Hameed Olayinka Rosheed, as she marks her 51st birthday. In a heartfelt birthday message, Arabambi described his wife as a loving partner, pillar of strength and a great blessing to the family, appreciating her unwavering love, support, sacrifices and commitment throughout their journey together. The football mascot expressed gratitude to God for preserving his wife and allowing her to celebrate another remarkable year, while acknowledging the beautiful memories and experiences they have shared. He prayed for continued good health, happiness, peace, prosperity and many more fulfilling years for his beloved wife. “Happy 51st birthday to my beautiful wife, Mrs. Hameed Olayinka Rosheed. I thank God for the gift of your life and for the love, support and happiness you bring to our family. May this new chapter bring you great...
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700 athletes set for contest as sports commission unveils logo, mascot for 8th Kwara state sports festival

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700 athletes set for contest as sports commission unveils logo, mascot for 8th Kwara State Sports Festival Kwara State Sports Commission yesterday, Tuesday August 18, 2026, unveiled the logo and Mascot for the 8th edition of the Kwara State Sports Festival.  The Festival, which will be competed by athletes from the 16 Local Government Areas of the state, will feature 28 sporting events, and will hold between Friday August 21 and Saturday August 29, 2026, at the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin.  Addressing the press yesterday at the Conference Room of the Kwara State Sports Commission, the Executive Chairman of the Commission, Mallam Bola Mogaji, who doubles as the Chairman of the Main Organising Committee (MOC) commended the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for creating the opportunity for the youths.  He equally commended the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and the Chairmen of the 16 Local Government...
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Niger Tornadoes Chairman, Dr. Kuso unveils Technical crew of Feeders team

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Niger Tornadoes Chairman, Dr. Kuso unveils Technical crew of Feeders team  The Chairman of Niger Tornadoes FC, Dr. Abubakar Abdullahi Kuso (Dan Wadatan Nupe), has unveiled the newly constituted Technical Crew of the Niger Tornadoes FC Feeder Team, reaffirming his commitment to strengthening the Club’s youth development structure and providing a clear pathway for the discovery, development and promotion of young football talents. The unveiling took place today at the office of the Chairman, Niger Tornadoes FC, Niger State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Minna, where members of the newly constituted Feeder Team Technical Crew were formally presented. Addressing the Technical Crew, Dr Abubakar Kuso assured them of his full support and the necessary backing to enable them discharge their responsibilities effectively. He emphasised the importance of discipline, professionalism, dedication and teamwork in achieving the objectives of the Feeder Team. ...
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Celebrating Kayode Adeniran at Birthday: A Visionary Behind Sunrise Football Academy

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Celebrating Kayode Adeniran at Birthday: A Visionary Behind Sunrise Football Academy As Mr. Kayode Adeniran, Chairman of Sunrise Football Academy, marks another year today, the occasion offers more than just an opportunity to celebrate his birthday. It is a moment to reflect on the journey of a man whose passion for football and commitment to youth development continue to shape the lives and dreams of young footballers. For Adeniran, football is more than a game. It is a powerful platform through which young people can discover purpose, develop discipline and create opportunities for themselves and their families. This conviction has remained central to his leadership of Sunrise Football Academy. Over the years, his involvement with the academy has been driven by a clear vision: to create an environment where young talents can develop their abilities, receive proper guidance and have access to opportunities that can take them beyond the grassroots. At a time when many t...
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Niger Tornadoes secures foreign partnership for youth development, european oppurtunities for players

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Niger Tornadoes secures foreign partnership for youth development, european oppurtunities for players The Niger Tornadoes Management Committee, under the leadership of its Chairman, Dr. Abubakar Abdullahi Kuso (Dan Wadatan Nupe), has entered into a strategic partnership with Denim Giyim Ltd, Turkey, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Emry Yilmaz, who also owns Mai DDC LLC, a subsidiary based in California, United States. The Chairman was accompanied during the official engagement by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Jacob Baba Yisa, Sporting Director, Mojeed Ibrahim; and Director of Logistics, Alhaji Ibrahim Audi. The partnership, reached during a strategic meeting with the company’s CEO, focuses on youth development, player advancement, education and creating international opportunities for talented Niger Tornadoes players. Under the agreement, which takes effect immediately, Denim Giyim Ltd will facilitate and sponsor the movement of five promis...
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Niger Tornadoes secures foreign partnership for youth development, european oppurtunities for players

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Niger Tornadoes secures foreign partnership for youth development, european oppurtunities for players The Niger Tornadoes Management Committee, under the leadership of its Chairman, Dr. Abubakar Abdullahi Kuso (Dan Wadatan Nupe), has entered into a strategic partnership with Denim Giyim Ltd, Turkey, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Emry Yilmaz, who also owns Mai DDC LLC, a subsidiary based in California, United States. The Chairman was accompanied during the official engagement by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Jacob Baba Yisa, Sporting Director, Mojeed Ibrahim; and Director of Logistics, Alhaji Ibrahim Audi. The partnership, reached during a strategic meeting with the company’s CEO, focuses on youth development, player advancement, education and creating international opportunities for talented Niger Tornadoes players. Under the agreement, which takes effect immediately, Denim Giyim Ltd will facilitate and sponsor the movement of five promis...
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Kwara United Queens depart Ilorin for Aba ahead of NWFL Nationwide

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Kwara United Queens depart Ilorin for Aba ahead of NWFL Nationwide Kwara United Queens have departed Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, for Aba, Abia State, ahead of the 2026 NWFL Nationwide competition. The Courageous Queens left Ilorin at exactly 7:00 a.m. on Friday as they begin their journey to Aba, where they will compete for promotion to the Nigeria Women’s Football League NWFL. The team will be aiming to make a strong impression in the competition and secure a place in Nigeria’s second-tier women’s league. Kwara United Queens are drawn in Group A alongside Solo Wonders Babes and Spunky Blazers. The team’s departure marks the beginning of their quest for glory and promotion as they look forward to representing Kwara State with pride in Aba.
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