IOC mourns the death of Honorary Member Sir Craig Reedie It is with great sadness that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has learnt of the passing of Honorary Member Sir Craig Reedie at the age of 84. Sir Craig held a number of leadership positions at the highest levels of international sport, where he helped shape policy, expand global participation and confront some of the most difficult challenges facing the sports world. Among others, he was IOC Vice-President, President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), President of the International Badminton Federation (IBF) – today known as the Badminton World Federation…
Author: Abdulgafar Oladimeji
Abdulgafar Oladimeji
Abdulgafar Oladimeji is a sports writer with over two decades experience in the industry. As a reporter , he has worked with top major Nigerian newspapers, freelancer with newspaper and broadcast media organizations in Africa, Europe and America. He is a well travelled sports journalists reporting major sports events across the globe.
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NRFF Hosts Rugby Coaching and Medical Course in Abeokuta The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has concluded plans to stage a joint rugby coaching and medical course in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Reports said that the three days technical programme, is in collaboration with the state government . NRFF said the course will run from April 23 to 25, 2026, at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena. Adding that the event is targeted at developing aspiring rugby coaches and medical personnel, alongside making the game of rugby to be more accessible to young people across the country. The eligible participants are expected…
Ahead season opener : NLO chief , Shola Ogunnowo Thumbs Up Unity Preseason Tournament The Chief Operating Officer of the Nationwide League One (NLO), Olushola Ogunnowo, has praised the organizers of the Unity Preseason Tournament. He hailed the organizers for providing the clubs with what , he described as a valuable platform to prepare ahead of the new league season. Ogunnowo , in his remarks at the final of the Sarki Karshi NLO Unity Preseason Tournament held in Karshi, FCT Abuja, envied the consistency and commitment of the organizers in sustaining the competition for teams participating in the NLO. He…
Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, Donatus Agu Ejidike calls for transparency in sports activities Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, Donatus Agu-Ejidike (JP), has urged sports practitioners in the spirit of Easter celebrations to embark on national reawakening by avoiding acts the obstructs sports development growth. . The sports philanthropist in his Easter celebrations message to Christian faithfuls said , the occasion symbolizes sacrifice, resilience, discipline, and ultimately, victory after adversity. According to him, the resurrection of Jesus Christ signifies that greatness is forged in the crucible of pain, persistence, and purpose. That, in essence, is the very DNA of sports, he…
Jos Insecurity: Plateau United football club relocates to Lafiya The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL side Plateau United has relocated its home matches from Jos to neighboring Lafiya in Nassarawa state. The decision by the club is prompted by the recent security challenges that befell the state, following the alleged gunmen attacks in parts of the city centre. Chairman of the league , Gbenga Elegbeleye, is reported to have given his nod to the relocation plea , considering the paramount interest on the safety of players, officials, and traveling teams that are on the fixtures to visit the city. In…
NNL: NFF Sanctions Yobe Desert Stars, Awards Three Points to Jigawa Golden Stars The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF has imposed sanctions on NNL campaigners , Yobe Desert Stars fc for breaching the laws regulating the league. The Yobe side have been penalized for fielding an ineligible player, Shedrach John, during their league clash against Jigawa Golden Stars FC The verdict passed by the NFF disciplinary committee was following the petition filed by Jigawa Golden Stars protesting against the fielding of an ineligible player by the opponent, Yobe Desert Stars fc. Jigawa protested that Shedrack John of Yobe Desert Stars FC…
Nigeria’s U17 Girls gets new coach The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation has endorsed a recommendation by the Federation’s Technical and Development Committee for the appointment of Coach Akeem Ishola Busari as the Head Coach of the U17 Girls National Team, Flamingos. Busari comes into the job with robust experience and deep understanding of women’s football terrain, and replaces Coach Bankole Olowookere who has been with the Flamingos for many years, including leading the team to win the bronze medals at the 2022 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup finals in India. Busari’s immediate task is to lead the…
Niger Tornadoes fc cautions Minna fans against NPFL wrath Nigeria premier league side, Niger Tornadoes have cautioned their fans against indulging in actions that could incur the wrath of league governing body. The club told its fans that their further unruly conducts could affect the fortunes of the club in the ongoing NPFL campaign season. The Secretary of the club , Jibrin Haruna, in an viral interview urged the club fans and supporters to abide by the warnings issued to the club by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). He cautioned that the failure to adhere to the warnings issued…
NSF South West Closed Scrabble Tournament Begins in Ile Ife Nigeria Scrabble Federation South West zone Closed Tournament will commence today Saturday in Ile Ife, Osun state. The tourney, which is restricted to club members and students from the zone is expected to deliver exciting moments . The title holder, Ayedun , who survived the onslaught by African champion Oluwatimilehin Doko is amongst the favorites , alongside Abdulmumin Jimoh. Erstwhile champion and national captain Cyril Umebiye from Ogun state would also be in contention for the title. South West Coordinator , Dipo Akanbi expressed delight over the quality of…
Basketball community mourns Ahmadiyya College legendary coach, Mallam Yakubu Dauda, The basketball and Nigerian school sports communities is in mourning following the death of Mallam Yakubu Dauda, the revered Head Basketball Coach of Ahmadiyya College Kano. For decades, Mallam Dauda stood as a pillar of grassroots basketball development, dedicating his life to shaping young talents and instilling discipline both on and off the court. His name became synonymous with excellence at the Nestlé Milo Secondary Schools Basketball Championship, where Ahmadiyya College, under his guidance since 1999, consistently ranked among the nation’s top teams. As National Coordinator of the championship, the…
