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  The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has extended financial support to the State’s only representative, FC Robo Queens, at the ongoing Nigerian Women Football League (NWFL) Super 6.   The Director General of Lagos State Sports Commission, Oluwatoyin Gafaar disclosed in interview during the halftime break of the match between FC Robo Queens and Sunshine Queens, that Lagos State is proud of the team hence, the Governor of the State have decided to support them financially. “We are proud of what they have been doing and we will continue to support them. The State Government have also decided to support them and that’s why we are here. “There is a direct instruction from Mr Governor to us at Sport Commission to give FC Robo of Lagos State maximum support. “Financially, the State Government is also supporting them handsomely, handsomely I said and this has shown that our Governor is a Sports loving Governor. He is always ready to assist, reward excellence ...

  In-form Super Eagles defender, Shehu Abdullahi grabbed two assists in Omonoia Nicosia two nil win away over Anorthosis in a Cypriot League tie at the weekend. The Nigerian supplied both passes that led to Thiago Santos and Marko Scepovic’s goals in both halves to sealed victory for the visitors.  Shortly after the encounter, the defender wrote on twitter; “Start your week with positive energy. #OMONOIAShamrockGreen heart “Superb team performance and important away win to keep our top position. The assists.”  Omonoia Nicosia have open up five points lead at the summit with a total of 72 points from 33 league games. The former Bursaspor Turkey flying wing back and teammates are gunning for their 21st league title. Omonoia is the most popular and one of the most successful football clubs in Cyprus, having won 20 national championships, 14 cups and 16 Super Cups. They host title contenders AEL Limassol in their next game of the series.

  The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) hosted the Silver medalist Team Lagos men's and women's football teams at the just concluded 2020 National Sports Festival in Benin City on Sunday at the Soccer Temple, Agege. LSFA Chairman who also double as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) 1st Vice President, Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi appreciated Team Lagos Football teams and urged the players to focus on their career and education. "We are here to welcome you back home and to say thank you to the team's contingent, coaches, players, and backroom staff, we are proud of you all. We appreciate your attitude and the kind of football you played. Your progress is our mission, you have got the experience and you all will be stronger. You all have made us proud," emotional Akinwunmi said. Akinwunmi commended the Lagos State government and the Sports Commission for their support despite the challenges the team encountered during the qualifiers and accreditation of player...