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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...

  For the first time in their history, Mountain of Fire Miracles Ministries FC beat seven-time Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Enyimba, 1-0 in Matchday 15 rescheduled fixture played on Thursday at the Soccer Temple, Agege Stadium. The Olukoya Boys bounce back to winning ways as they boost their chances of survival with the win over the visitors after three consecutive defeats to Akwa United, Rivers United and Kano Pillars. Before the match, Enyimba were on eight games unbeaten run in the league but they failed to beat the Olukoya Boys as Ebenezer Odeyemi earned his team the crucial win with a 22nd strike. Speaking after the game, MFM FC interim coach Gabriel Olalekan showered praises on his team for the crucial victory over Enyimba. “It was a tough game but I must give kudos to my boys for their performance today. “ I think everyone is excited with this victory and I’m as well too because it’s an important one. We were at 17th position on the league table before the gam...

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Harrogate Railway FC head coach, Nosayaba Iyamu, has reiterated his desire to manage any of the country’s national teams in the nearest future. Despite being an IT Technical Consultant within the private sector, Iyamu decided to pursue his passion for coaching and has bagged UEFA License B coaching badge and other relevant qualifications. However, despite his rich CV and experience managing in England, Iyamu is yet to be considered for the National team role by the Nigeria Football Federation. The 36-year-old tactician said that one of his ambitions is to coach his country, and he believed that the opportunity to serve at any level will come at the right time. Nigeria’s age grade teams have been poor in their recent outings and the coach shared his thoughts on what we thinks should have been done. “In poor outings the main thing to sort out is the organisation of the team. Let’s concede less and build from there. “Most times in life we are placed in positions to try help others. This m...

Nigeria's first and only individual Olympics gold medalist Chief Dr (Mrs) Chioma Ajunwa has shown consistency in reaching out to sports men and women, this time around her focus is on some selected widows. In the spirit of the season and as a Christmas baby, her motive is to put smiles on the faces of these women that have single-handedly shouldered the responsibilities of being a mother and a father to their kids. "I love to take care of widows, it is my passion," began Ajunwa. "I have made provision for a quality portion of food items, new clothings and a token for them in this festive period to alleviate the effect of the pandemic." Chioma Ajunwa, born on Christams Day in 1970, chose the period to unveil her pet project: Chioma Ajunwa Education Trust Fund for indigent children. Ajunwa continued: "My aim is to reach out to the Girl Child especially, I was once a girl child that has added value to the society. "The value of the Girl child can not be u...