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NWFL: Osun Babes Eager To Resume Action – Manager
As the Nigerian Women Football League (NWFL) regulatory body prepares for the resumption of the league, manager of Osun Babes FC, Olayinka Odunola says his players are eager to resume action.
Odunola stated this in the NWFL’s platform monitored by newsmen at the weekend.
She said that the ‘Omoluabi Queens’ had recorded victories over Ibom Angels and Pelican Stars, while losing to FC Robo in Lagos and Royal Queens at the Warri Township Stadium respectively.
The manager said that Osun Babes would welcome Dreamstar Ladies FC to the Osogbo City Stadium on Wednesday, in a game her players are looking forward to.
“We are happy to be back after the break. The team seems stronger and more relaxed than before.
“Everyday before now, the players keep asking when will the league begin, and now we are glad we can continue with what we love doing.
“Dreamstar Ladies are without any doubt a very good team, we have watch-ed the clip of their game against Ibom Angels, they are strong, young and fast on the ball.
Which means we need to work harder if we want to get a favourable result against them,”she said.
The manager noted that her team was fifth on the league table, with six points and will face Dream-star Ladies on Wednesday in the Week 5 of the NWFL Premiership.
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.