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Sharks FC Set To Dim Sunshine Stars
The Liberation Stadium, Port Harcourt will today be the cynosure of attention for football follower as it has another Globacom Premier League cracker.
Host Sharks FC will seek to subdue Sunshine FC of Akure and claim the three points at stake in the match, one of the week eight matches.
Sharks which lost 2-1 to Bayelsa United, Midweek, and is yet to win any match this season, players of the team have stated their determination to record their first victory of the season to regain confidence and position on the league table.
It is like stating the obvious saying that the match will be another tough game for the Blues Angels, but it’s really a must win for the homers if they must register their name in the winners chat.
The expectation from sharks players is very high as the sponsors and fans are not happy over there recent unimpressive performances.
But the blues Angles have vowed to stem the tide of poor performances, especially playing in the presence of home fans.
The media officer of Sharks FC confidence Idaa, has also expressed optimism that the team will take the points at stake.
According to him, “the technical problem of the team has been taken care of after they lost to their neigbours, Bayelsa United,” adding that “sunshine is not a push-over team, but sharks must carry the day.”
“We want to rebuild our confidence from this match, We don’t care who the opponents is”, said one of the strikers of sharks, who promised to score, but does not want to be mentioned.
There are, however, fears in several quarters regarding the ability of the homers being composed enough to execute this match given the heat in the club.
Earlier this week, the teams Technical Adviser, Kadiri Ikhana had gone on French leave leaving the team in the hands of the two Assistant coaches, Chimiezie Barnabas and Ere Dokubo.
Although the duo had taken the team to Bauchi and came back with a 1-1 drawn last weekend, the fear is that given the present call for the sack of Ikhana and the team’s secretary, Cyril Dum Witte, the confusion in the team might destabilize the concentration of the players who may be loyal to either or both Ikhana and Witte.
Added to the fact that sunshine Witte stars have a comparatively better record so far this season, sharks may need some amount of luck in addition to playing well in todays match.
Tonye Orabere
The Bayelsa State government, yesterday, announced that the marathon will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
The inaugural race is owned by the Bayelsa State Government and will be organised by Nilayo Sports Management Limited, a sports management company.
Under the theme “The Reveal,” the race represents a bold unveiling of Bayelsa’s immense human and cultural potential to the international community, inviting the world to witness the resilience, grit, and talent rooted in the heart of the Niger Delta.
According to the organisers, the race will be flagged off at 9:30 a.m., at the Opolo Roundabout, guiding participants through a carefully designed 10-kilometre route that highlights the scenic beauty and vibrant atmosphere of Yenagoa.
The course will culminate at Peace Park Square, where athletes will cross the finish line into a grand celebration of endurance, unity, and community spirit.
To elevate the experience for runners and spectators alike, the finish venue will host a high-energy post-race concert featuring performances from top A-list artistes, blending sport and entertainment in a festival-style atmosphere.
The organisers directed all registered participants to collect their race bibs and kits at the designated Peace Park Square between March 30 and April 3, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.
The race, according to them, is currently on track for World Athletics accreditation, underscoring the commitment of both the Bayelsa State Government and Nilayo Sports Management Limited to delivering an event that meets the highest global standards.
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, on Friday continued the Commission’s nationwide appreciation tour with a visit to Abeokuta, where outstanding junior athlete, Majekodunmi Afusat Bisola, was presented with a cheque of N3 million.
The presentation forms part of the NSC’s initiative to recognise and reward exceptional junior athletes who distinguished themselves in 2025 and contributed significantly to Nigeria’s medal haul.
Majekodunmi delivered an impressive run of performances on the track. At the last edition of the National Sports Festival, she stormed to gold in the 400m and the 4x400m relay. She replicated the double triumph at the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Junior Championship, in Abeokuta, before emerging as one of the standout stars at the African Youth Games in Luanda, Angola.
Speaking during the presentation, Olopade explained that the Commission deemed it necessary to extend financial appreciation to grassroots athletes after elite performers had earlier received grants running into thousands of dollars.
“A few weeks ago, after paying grants to our elite athletes, we agreed tthere was a need to also appreciate these young, budding talents who made Nigeria proud last year,” he said.
He disclosed that of the 376 medals recorded by Nigerian athletes in 2025, more than 200 were won by grassroots talents, underscoring the importance of sustained investment in youth development.