Sports
Cars, Cash Gifts Excite Dolphins, Rivers Angels
Following the gesture and reception accorded to the management and players of Dolphins and Angels FCs, by the Rivers State Government, technical adviser of Dolphins, Stanley Eguma has expressed gratitude to the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi for matching his words with actions.
Governor Amaechi, on Monday at Government House gave out cars to management and players of Dolphins and Rivers Angels, N1m and N500,000 to coaches and players of each team respectively.
Eguma stated that the kind gesture from the government would motivate and Spur the entire club to win more laurels for the state.
According to him, when the governor made the pledge, we thought it was a mere joke, but today he has matched his words with actions.
“Today, Monday I am a very happy man, today is a remarkable day for me, the players and the entire management of Dolphins.
This would Spur us, most especially, the young ones to more action, they will know that there is always reward for excellence and handiwork,” Eguma said.
He however, said that the reception and gifts would come earlier to serve as a source of motivation in their Federation Cup campaign which Dolphins crashed out in the preliminary round.
“The Family of Dolphins is happy, even though we wanted it to have come earlier than now, which would have served as a motivating factor to the players” he stated.
The technical adviser added that it was now a big challenge for the club to do well, adding that the club would work hand to win more laurels.
Speaking, the captain of Rivers Angels, Lucky Atu commended the state governor for fulfilling his promises.
According to her, the entire management and players are poised and determined to win more trophies to make the state proud.
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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