Sports
NNL Super Cup Competition Excites Fans
The 2011 Nigerian National League (NNL) Super Cup Competition began in Bauchi last Thursday with Wikki Tourists FC beating Akwa United FC of Uyo 2 – 0.
The competition which was declared open by the Chairman of the NNL management board, Mr Emeka Inyama, attracted many fans and supporters of the competing clubs.
The Tidesports reports that two matches were played on the competition’s opening day at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium.
The day’s other game was between the Rising Stars of Akure and the Jigawa Stars of Hadeija.
The match between home team Wikki Tourists and Akwa United was however rated the better of the two matches played as it was lively and entertaining.
Haruna Bako, Director of Sports at the Bauchi Sports Council, said the competition was going to be a success from all indications.
“Fans and all other football lovers will enjoy spending their times at the stadium,” he said.
Bako said Thursday’s matches were a good start for the competition and urged other teams yet to play to maintain the tempo in terms of the quality of play at the competition.
A football fan, Sidi Musa, who said he came all the way from Dutse to watch the competition, said he was however a little bit disappointed with the result of the match between his darling team, Jigawa Stars, and the Rising Stars.
He was nonetheless hopeful that his team would eventually emerge triumphant at the end of the competition.
“I came all the way from Dutse to cheer my team and give it all my support, but unfortunately the result was a bit disappointing.
“I am calling on the team’s coach to make some amendments so that the team will be able to win its next match on Saturday,” he said.
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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