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Olamide O. Abe

Abeokuta, Lagos

Reporter at The Punch

@IOCMedia Young Reporter for @Dakar2026. FIFA/FIBA/CAF Accredited journo using data to provide solution to African sports underdevelopment with @madeinafricaweb

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  • 4 days ago | punchng.com | Olamide O. Abe

    Kanyinsola Ajayi made a powerful statement at the 2025 Tom Jones Memorial in Gainesville, Florida, clocking 9.96s (+1.9 m/s) to win the men’s 100 metres and launch his outdoor season in emphatic fashion, The PUNCH reports. The 20-year-old Nigerian sprinter not only set a new personal best but also delivered the fastest performance of his career on his season debut, becoming the second-fastest man in the world in 2025 so far.

  • 4 days ago | punchng.com | Olamide O. Abe

    Remo Stars’ Samuel Anakwe celebrating his goal with his teammates during their NPFLmatch-day one game against El-kanemi Warriors in Ikenne... on Sunday Remo Stars edged closer to their maiden Nigeria Premier Football League title on matchday 34, with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Shooting Stars at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan on Sunday, The PUNCH reports.

  • 4 days ago | punchng.com | Olamide O. Abe

    Team Nigeria will depart for Moka, Mauritius, today (Monday) to compete at the 2025 African Weightlifting Championship, scheduled from April 20 to 28, as they continue their quest for medals and continental dominance, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The travelling delegation comprises six elite athletes and two coaches, entering the 35th edition with momentum, having performed well at the last Championship in Egypt, finishing with six gold and five silver medals.

  • 4 days ago | punchng.com | Olamide O. Abe

    Galatasaray forward, Victor Osimhen Former Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo has warned Victor Osimhen to move to the Premier League, stating it would be the best step for his career, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. As the 2025 summer transfer window approaches, Osimhen’s future has become the subject of much speculation, with several top clubs closely monitoring the prolific striker’s potential decision.

  • 6 days ago | punchng.com | Olamide O. Abe

    Tennyson Olisa wrote his name in chess history by winning the first-ever Africa Super Zonal Chess Championship in Lagos, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 22-year-old Nigerian was in beast mode, finishing with 7½ points from nine rounds to win the title in style. He recently won silver at the Zone 4.2 Championship and dominated a strong field with precision and maturity beyond his years. The victory not only earned him the continental crown but also a shot at qualifying for the 2025 FIDE World Cup.

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Ọlámìdé O. Abé
Ọlámìdé O. Abé @MrJoyoung
11 Apr 25

You're right, I am wrong. Apologies to you too 🙏.

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Ajoje⚽⚖️ @israel_ajoje

@MrJoyoung @OgaNlaMedia this is not accurate. there is a reason why there are league coefficients and rankings and it's because they are not equal. regardless of our opinion, the law is the law and the law defines an amateur league already. the fact that the league is a country's first is immaterial.

Ọlámìdé O. Abé
Ọlámìdé O. Abé @MrJoyoung
11 Apr 25

You're right, I am wrong. I don't know this is the type of standards you guys follow at Sport Clique. My apologies to every member of your team 🙏.

Sport Clique
Sport Clique @SportCliqueUI

@MrJoyoung. We await your response on this.

Ọlámìdé O. Abé
Ọlámìdé O. Abé @MrJoyoung
11 Apr 25

RT @IamTopsy4real: Congrat to u bro.