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Oyo FA Chairman, Oba Odeniran Enters NFF South-West Race, Promises New Direction for the Region.

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The Chairman of the Oyo State Football Association, His Royal Majesty, Alakinleye of Akinleye, Oba James Oluyemi Odeniran, has highlighted his intention to contest for the South-West slot on the Board of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), signalling his determination to bring a fresh perspective, stronger representation and renewed development to football in the region. Oba Odeniran, an ex-FIFA badged referee with extensive experience within the football family, is entering the contest with a reputation built around his understanding of the game from the pitch to football administration. His decision to seek the South-West slot is coming at a time when stakeholders across the region are increasingly demanding stronger coordination, improved grassroots development, better opportunities for young talents and more effective representation of the zone at the national level. For Oba Odeniran, the contest is not simply about occupying a position on the NFF Board. It is about ...
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NNL commends Imo State Governor, Uzodimma over AGM

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The leadership of the Nigeria National League (NNL) has expressed appreciation to the  Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, for accepting to host the league’s 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Owerri, the state capital, on August 21, 2026. The 34 NNL clubs, alongside board members and other key stakeholders, are expected to arrive in the Heartland State on August 20 ahead of the meeting and depart two days later. NNL Chief Operating Officer (COO), Danlami Alanana, said the league was delighted by the governor’s support, describing the decision to host the AGM as another demonstration of Imo State’s commitment to the growth of football in Nigeria.  “We are very grateful to His Excellency, Governor Hope Uzodimma, for giving the nod to host the 17th Annual General Meeting in Owerri on August 21.  This gesture reflects his administration’s continued support for sports development and football in particular,” he said. He noted that the AGM would provide...
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NNL AGM: Owerri set to welcome Nigeria’s football stakeholders.

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The Nigeria National League (NNL) has announced Owerri, the Imo State capital, as the host city for the 2026/2027 Annual General Meeting (AGM). NNL Chief Operating Officer (COO), Mr. Danlami Alanana, said His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma has given the nod for the 17th AGM to be hosted in the Eastern Heartland. "We are delighted that the sports-loving Governor of Imo State Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma has magnanimously approved NNL’s request to host our AGM in Owerri. This is one of the most important events in our calendar,” Danlami disclosed. The AGM, a precursor to the 2026-2027 NNL football season is scheduled to hold on Friday, 21st August, 2026 with top officials of the nation’s soccer governing body led by NFF president Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau and General Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi in attendance. According to the schedule released by the NNL Secretariat,the  thirty-six (36) NNL clubs are expected to co...
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Wale Canada Inter-Ward Football Competition, Oyo FA Releases Fixtures, Lauds Commissioner

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The Oyo State Football Association (Oyo FA) has officially released the fixtures for the much-anticipated Wale Canada Inter-Ward Football Competition, setting the stage for an exciting grassroots football festival across Atisbo and Saki East Local Government Area of Oyo State. The tournament, sponsored by the Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, *Honourable Wasilat Adegoke*, in honour of her husband, popularly known as Wale Canada, is aimed at discovering young football talents, fostering unity among communities, and promoting grassroots football development within his constituency. According to the fixtures released by the Oyo State FA, 21 wards will compete in 21 matches, with the competition adopting the slogan "21 Wards for 21 Matches with One Ball and One Goal." The championship will be played across two centres—Saki East Centre and Atisbo Centre—before progressing to the Super Semi-finals, Third-Place Match and the Grand Finale. ...
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Oyo Pillars of Sports, Obideyi Gives Reasons Why He Honours 3SC Legends.

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Founder and Chairman of the Pillar of Sports Youth Development Foundation, Mr. Temitope Ademola Obideyi, has explained the motivation behind his initiative to honour legendary players of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), saying their immense contributions to the club and Nigerian football deserve lasting recognition. Speaking in an exclusive interview with OyoSportsNews, Obideyi said the initiative was born out of a deep conviction that the sacrifices and achievements of the club's former stars should never be forgotten. According to him, the legends of the Oluyole Warriors brought pride, excitement, and unforgettable memories to countless supporters, particularly during the club's glorious years in the 1970s and 1980s when Shooting Stars established itself as a dominant force in Nigerian and African football. He noted that many of the club's retired players dedicated the best years of their lives to building the enviable legacy that Shooting Stars enjoys today,...
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Bishop Mike Okonkwo Football Championship Enters Round Of 16

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The ongoing 21st edition of the annual Bishop Mike Okonkwo football tournament has  entered  the round of 16. Teams that have qualified for the knockout stage of the championship currently going on at the Bridge Institute ( NITEL ) play ground Oshodi are; Agege Sports Academy, Giggson Fc, Samjason Fc, AP Warriors, Royal Pharaohs, Hot Eaglets, Dynamic Dreamers Fc and Jossam Sports Fc. Others are; Greatness Fc, Trident Fc, Mega 22, Believers Fc, 12 Angels Fc, Abundant Life Fc, Future Stars 99 SA and the defending champions, Rehoboth Fc. Speaking on what to expect at the round of 16, Chairman of the Main Organizing Committee of the championship, Deacon Malachy Ndubuzor, promised fans that they'll be treated to the best football action which the tournament is noted for, just as he expressed happiness with the level of football artistry and discipline displayed by the teams during the preliminary stage. " I'm really happy that as usual we had a successful preliminar...
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SWAN Commends NSC Leadership for Prompt Reward of Commonwealth Games Medallists, Urges Athletes to Sustain Winning Momentum.

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The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has commended the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko, and Director General of the Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, for the transparent and prompt disbursement of cash rewards to Team Nigeria athletes who have won medals at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.. SWAN President Mr. Isaiah Benjamin through the Association's Secretary-General Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo in a statement on Sunday said the immediate presentation of financial rewards to medal-winning athletes at the competition venue, with the balance paid directly into their personal accounts, represents a commendable departure from past practices and reflects the NSC's commitment to transparency, accountability and welfare of Nigerian athletes. Presence Benjamin also hailed increase in the athletes and coaches' rewards after winning medals at the Games. He noted that the initiative has sent a strong message that e...
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