Olujide Olusola

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After 12 electrifying days filled with competitive rivalry, celebration and drama, the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival came to a memorable close on Thursday, May 29, in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Tagged the Gateway Games 2024, the festival attracted over 10,000 athletes from Nigeria’s 36 states, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and a select group of Invited Junior Athletes (IJA).

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Former Super Eagles striker, Brown Aide Ideye, has discontinued his playing career with Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)  giants, Enyimba, after one season. The AFCON 2013-winning striker in a tweet said it was an honour to play for the club and would cherish the moments with the two-time CAF Champions League winners whom he scored two goals for in seven appearances. “To the Chairman, staff, my teammates and fans of Enyimba FC, thank you for the wonderful journey.

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Head Coach, Justine Madugu, has assured that the Super Falcons will take a no-nonsense approach in their upcoming friendlies against Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses. The matches are scheduled for Saturday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo and Tuesday at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta. “Our objectives for these two matches include improving our game philosophy and tactical approach. We want to observe and assess the players in line with our philosophy.

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Following an electrifying Caribbean clash that opened the Unity Cup on Tuesday, West African rivals Ghana and Nigeria delivered their own spectacle yesterday. The Super Eagles emerged victorious with a thrilling 2-1 win at the Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, England. Fielding a more experienced squad featuring several Nigeria Premier Football League players, Nigeria took early control against a youthful and less seasoned Ghanaian side.

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Team IJA (National U17 Boys) clinched the football bronze medal at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival, Gateway Games 2024, in Ogun State. They defeated Team Kaduna 2-0 in yesterday morning’s third-place match at Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne-Remo. Star forward Abdulmuiz Adeleke scored the opener and later forced an own goal, sealing the win. In the female category, Team Ogun also claimed bronze with a 2-0 victory over Team Osun.