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Rivers Angels Target Another Away Victory
Nigeria Women Federation League (NWPL) Champions, Rivers Angels of Port Harcourt have pledged to emerge victorious as they take on hosts, Capital Doves FC of Abuja today in a week nine fixture of the on-going 2015 National Women Football League (NWFL).
The match which is scheduled to be played at the National Stadium, Abuja is expected to be keenly contested as the Angels have promised to burst the buggles of their opponents.
The Angels are focused on maintaining their winning streak and will not take anything less than the maximum points at stake.
“We need to keep the flag flying and all we need to continue our unbeaten record is victory. We are going to secure an away victory to ensure that our momentum is maintained”, Coach Whyte Ogbonda said.
However, the homers would not just lie down to be overran without a fight.
After losing the corresponding fixture in Port Harcourt, the Capital Doves promised to pay the Angels back when they visit Abuja and it would be interesting to see how they intend to stop the visitors today. The Angels are currently leading group B with 15 points from five matches played so far in the League.
It would be recalled that the Port Harcourt Angels defeated visiting C.O.D. Ladies 2-0 in the Week 5 encounter to get to where they are now.
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.