Sports
Sharks FC Maintains Unbeaten Run . Pips Sunshine 2-1
Sharks FC of Port Harcourt on Saturday continued their unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier League, as they defeated hard fighting Sunshine Stars FC, of Akure 2-1 at the Sharks Football Stadium, Port Harcourt.
With the victory, Sharks have new gone nine matches without being beaten.
ThankGod Amaefule converted a 23rd minute penalty to give the host the head. However, shortly after the goal, the visitors composed themselves and played more attacking game, which paid off as, Adani Ibrahim scored the equaliser at the 35th minute, through a header.
On resumption of the second half, Sharks displayed more purposeful approach and quest for goals which earned them another spot-kick which was also converted by Amaefule on the 53rd minute.
The visitors once again raised their game, created good chances but failed to convert any, must significantly in the 68th minute, which was missed by Ibrahim. Sharks also missed chances to increase the tally.
Speaking after the match, Imama Amapakabo, the Chief Coach of Sharks expressed joy over the victory, saying that the most important thing in a game is victory.
According to him, the team is technically and physically fit as they kept working as a team in the off season.
“We are in form because during the off season, we were still in competition, that is really helping the players and team performance. Amapakabo was hopeful of the team staying unbeaten for a long time.
“If Arsenal can go on 49 matches unbeaten in the English Premiership, we can also do that” Amapakabo said.
Gbenga Ogumbote, coach of Sunshine Stars, said despite the fact that he lost, his players performed creditably. He declined to comment on the officiating of the match as he said that it was not his style.
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.
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