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Eguma Praises Go-Round FC
Rivers United technical
adviser, Stanley Eguma has congratulated Nigeria National League (NNL) club, Go Round FC following their victory over his charges in the final of the Rivers State Federation Cup on Sunday.
United seemed poised to claim the spoils after Daniel Israel impressively put the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) club in front in the 89th minute of the contest decided at the Sharks FC Stadium, Port Harcourt.
Thomson Stowe equalized for the lower-division side, a minute later before United won a penalty in the final minute of additional time to set the nerves of many jangling.
Up stepped former Go-Round left back, Chiwendu Ali but his effort from 12 yards was stopped by goalkeeper, Iboro Akpakpan.
Go Round FC capitalized on the huge shift in momentum to win the ensuing penalty shoot-out 4-2.
Eguma has now taken the time to praise the victors while ‘wishing them all the best’ in the Federation Cup.
“I want to congratulate Go Round FC for winning this year’s Rivers State Federation Cup.
“We would have won the match in regulation time but when we missed that last minute penalty, the chance was gone.
“They were better in the shootout. They did well and I congratulate them for that.
“This win will motivate them to do well in the national competition and hopefully, the chances of the Rivers State winning the Federation Cup title will increase now.
“I am wishing them all the best and hopefully, the trophy will come to Rivers State this year,” Eguma told Rivers United Media.
United will now turn their attentions to the NPFL where they meet El Kanemi Warriors on match day 10 in Port Harcourt.
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.