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The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has rolled out drums to celebrate with Christians, particularly the sporting media on the celebration of the Birth of Jesus Christ, known as Christmas. SWAN in a statement by the its President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, through the Association's Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Thursday December 25, 2025, noted the celebration gives Christians opportunity not just to merry but to reflect on the personality of the Son of God, Jesus Christ. The SWAN President then urged Nigerians to cheer-up at this time and always, bearing in mind that the challenges facing mankind are only momentary. He said, "It's with great joy that we rejoice on a day like this. Christmas remind us of the essence of Jesus Christ. It's a day to reflect and take stock with a view to find solace going forward. "Despite economic and other challenges facing mankind, the living joy posits that there is always hope for better times ahea...

Forum of Administrative Officers in the Civil Service of Oyo State has congratulated all christian faithfuls and particularly, Civil and Public Servants in the State.  In her congratulatory message through the Forum's spokesman, Sunday Agunbiade (Mr VAR), the Chairman of the most noble cadre, *Mrs Adebiyi Olajumoke Aramide* noted that there are several reasons to celebrate this season, particularly, with great deal of influence and successes recorded in the outgoing year, saying the capacity building is noticeable in the Cadre coupled with the number of Permanent Secretaries added in the year under review Adebiyi, also went ahead to admonish for peace, unity and renewed commitment to the true development and growth amongst the Civil/Public Servants in the state. She then used the yuletide period to appreciate Her Honour, the Head of Service, *Chief Mrs Olubunmi Olufunke Oni, mni* for Her uncommon leadership in ensuring proper directives and accelerated growt...

Top Nigerian professional wrestlers are  in Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State for the much talked about Big C Mannia 2025 Xmas Eve wrestling showdown holding today Wednesday, December, 24, 2025. The championship which is holding at Amb. Joachim Aforjama's compound at Ukunu Village, Agulu will see some of the topmost nats men and women in the country slugging it out in the ring. The championship which is being organized  by Big C Real Estate and Properties and sanctioned by the Nigeria Pro- wrestling Federation. In an interview with our correspondent, on arrival Tuesday night for the big showdown, some of the wrestlers, namely;  Major Ariba, Mighty Progress and Zion Lion, warned that they're not going to live anything to chance and will be ready to give their best to the fans. " We' re ready to go and show our *the* people of Anaocha and Anambra State in general the stuff we're made of. We have undergone serious training  under nation...

After crushing Browl FA 6-0 in penultimate week and Bison FC 1-0 in quick succession, it was the turn of Wonder Boys FC Club to chop a bitter breakfast in the hands of Best Talents Football Club of Mowe crushing them with 3 unreplied goals at Redemption City Temple Arena, Mowe, Ogun State.  Gathering momentum to fight for a ticket to the Most Important League, the Mowe outfit have been on roaring tour with relatively young and exciting players dominating and beating all the teams across League tiers in South West Nigeria. The team at the present with a view to remain compact ahead of new season declared no break for its players and coaching crew.  Akinola Jamiu put the Integrity boys in front at 11 minutes of the game while Fehintola Abiola getting a brace at 13 and 16 minutes of the first half of the proceedings.  Five substitutes made at the second half appeared not to be infinitely effective as the game remained 3-0 with the two teams maintained the status ...

The former National President of the defunct Football Fans Club of Nigeria,FFCN has felicitated with the former Super Eagles attacking Midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju as he celebrates his 55th birthday This was contained in a release signed by the National President of the defunct leading Supporters' Club in Nigeria, *Ambassador Oluwakemi Ogunfuwa* and made available to newsmen through the National Media Officer, *Sunday Agunbiade*  where Ogunfuwa describes the former Real Madrid B forward as a rare genius and a pride of the African football "On behalf of the entire members of Football Fans Club of Nigeria, we are delighted to rejoice with the erstwhile Super Eagles Midfielder, the legendary Mutiu Adepoju on the occasion of his 55th birthday celebration." "The Headmaster as fondly called is a pride not only for Nigeria but the entire Africa. I think with every sense of humility his heroic deeds at World Cups right from under age categories to the senior Nationa...

Critical stakeholders and lovers of Enyimba Football Club of Aba have passionately appealed to the Executive Governor of the state, His Excellency. Alex Chioma Otti for the reconstitution of the management of Peoples Elephants over their not too good performance over the years It's no longer a news that Enyimba Football Club is facing significant issues including financial mismanagement, poor player welfare, logistics, and internal administrative conflicts. These problems have led to poor on-pitch performance, a mass exodus of players, and a decline from the club's former glory.  Key Issues in Enyimba FC Financial Mismanagement and Lack of Transparency: Despite generating significant revenue, the club has faced allegations of financial loopholes and a lack of accountability. Poor Player Welfare: A primary concern has been the poor treatment of players, including delayed and unpaid match bonuses and salaries, and inadequate daily meal allowances (reportedly as low as...