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NPFL Match Day 13: Rivers United Fc Reassures Fans Of Outright Win
The Technical Manager of Rivers United Football Club of Port Harcourt, Stanley Eguma, says they are not celebrating yet but working harder to secure victory against Nasarawa United in the match day 13 of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) tomorrow in Port Harcourt.
He explained that presently the players is trying to understand the tactics and philosophy of the team.
Eguma stated this in an exclusive interview with Tidesports, yesterday after a training session at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt.
“ Nararawa United is a good team but we are working hard to secure our victory,” Eguma said.
The pride of the state will be aiming for four straight victory against Nasarawa United tomorrow after beating Sunshine 2-1, at home, Adamawa FC 2-0 away and 2-0 against MFM FC last Sunday in Port Harcourt.
The number one coach of the state praised his players for working hard to see the team victory during the festival period.
“In football game there is a lot of changes and thing are not starnen. I as a coach we work and the players executes,” he said.
He further explained that, now that they are still playing at home every members of the team must work hard.
According to him, they are trying there best to ensure they scored more goals in every matches they played.
“ I think we are getting is better by scoring two goals in the last three matches. For scoring more goals now it means players are now understanding our tactics and plans,” he explained.
United are presently third position on the log after playing 12 matches.
Rivers United Fc of Port Harcourt has reassured fans of the club that it will usher in its visitors Nasarawa United in a grand style to the match day 13 fixtures of the 2019/2020 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFC) scheduled to hold, today at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt.
The pride of Rivers State has promised to stop at nothing, but garner all three points at stake in today’s match.
By: Kiadum Edookor
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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