Mr VAR

The Oyo State Football Association under the able leadership of Oba Alakinleye of Akinleye, HRM Oba James Oluyemi Odeniran has hereby expressed its unwavering and total support for the re-election bid of the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, for a second term in office. According to the release made available to newsmen in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital,  FA Boss noted that the Zamfara born football administrator has demonstrated exceptional leadership  through transparency and integrity which changed the perception of football status in Nigeria.  "Since assuming office, Alhaji Gusau has demonstrated exceptional leadership, vision, and commitment to the development of football across Nigeria. His administration has brought stability, transparency, and renewed confidence to the game at all levels, while fostering greater inclusion and opportunities for football stakeholders nationwide. The Oyo State Football Association ack...

Head Scout and Technical Assistant of Gulf United Football Club, Dubai, UAE, Marcello Anyanwu, has expressed immense joy and excitement following the appointment of Spanish football legend Andres Iniesta as the club’s new Head Coach. Speaking from his base in Dubai, the former MFM FC coach described the appointment as a timely and strategic decision that will significantly enhance the club’s ambitions both on and off the pitch. According to Anyanwu, Iniesta’s vast experience as one of the greatest midfielders in football history makes him the ideal candidate to lead the rapidly growing club. “Andres Iniesta is one of the finest players the world has ever produced. I had the privilege of watching him play in the UAE two seasons ago while he was with Emirates Club, and his quality, intelligence, and leadership on the field were exceptional,” Anyanwu said. “I am confident that Gulf United FC will benefit immensely from his wealth of experience and football knowledg...

   Chairman of Best Talent Football Club of Mowe, Mr Adeyinka Adeyemo, has rejoiced and felicitated with Muslims across Nigeria and the world on the occasion of  Eid-el-Kabir celebration. In his goodwill message, the lanky ex footballer noted that the Sallah festival symbolizes love, sacrifice to mankind. Adeyemo , however enjoined Muslim faithfuls to continue to pray for peaceful co-existence and progress in Nigeria, and see to the better security arrangements across the length and breath of the country.  He use the occasion to call on Football regulators to be more alive in their responsibilities, particularly on the officiating, security and fans coordination at stadia in line with global best practices.  In his words: "On behalf of the entire Management and staff of Best Talent Football Club, I wish to heartily rejoice with muslim faithfuls on the occasion of Eid -el Kabir celebration. This is a season of sacrifice and love for mankind as withess...

Oyo state Head of Service, Chief Mrs Olubunmi Olufunke Oni, mni has congrstulated muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-el Kabir festival.   The astute administrator in the state charged the Civil/Public servants in the state to live a life of sacrifice and strengthen commitment to service delivery. "Obehalf of the Government and the entire leadership of the Oyo State Civil/Public Service, I heartily felicitate all Muslim faithfuls on the joyous celebration of this year 2026 Eid-el-Kabir festival. We give all glory and adoration to Almighty God for His mercy and faithfulness in sparing our lives to witness yet another Ileya celebration in good health and peace. As we celebrate this sacred festival, I urge all Muslim faithfuls to reflect on the exemplary life of sacrifice, obedience and absolute surrender to the supremacy of Almighty God as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim, whose unwavering faith and readiness to sacrifice his precious son remain a timeless lesson t...

Oyo state Football Association under the able leadership of Oba Alakinleye of Akinleye, HRM, James Oluyemi Odeniran has officially congratulated the Executive Governor of Oyo state, Engineer Oluwaseyi Makinde, Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke , the Management and staff of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) on the team's age long return to continental football. Oyo F.A helmsman, in a statement, described the Engineer Makinde as a true sports man who walks the talk in the midst of uncertainty.  The former FIFA Badge referee appreciated Governor Makinde's invaluable support to the management and his relentless efforts" at ensuring the Ibadan Soccer Lords recovered the lost ground in African football.  The astute football administrator used the occasion to extend his congratulatory ambience to the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke whose tenure yielded a good fruit to the entire football f...

   _NSC DG Hon. Olopade Showers Encomium on Elegbeleye-led NPFL Board_ The Nigeria Premier Football League wrapped up its 2025/26 season in grand style on Sunday as Rangers International were crowned champions after a hard-fought 2-1 win over Ikorodu City at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. The decisive encounter drew top sports administrators to the ground, including National Sports Commission Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, who presented the trophy to the new champions, Rangers International, alongside the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Adeyinka Adeboye, and NPFL Chairman Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye. Rangers’ victory sealed the title despite Rivers United’s 3-0 win over Katsina United on the same day. The Port Harcourt side’s result was not enough to overturn Rangers’ advantage, confirming the Enugu club as champions. Speaking after the match, NSC DG Hon. Bukola Olopade commended the league board for sustaining im...