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Rivers Angels Beat Bayelsa Queens 1-0 In PH
Rivers Angels FC ended the last match of the first stanza, 2020/2021 Nigeria Women Football League NWFL Premiership in a grand style, as they defeated arch rivals Bayelsa Queens 1-0 in one of the week 13 fixtures decided Wednesday at the UNIPORT Football Pitch.
The match, which was rather a ding dong affair saw the host record the only goal in the match at the dying minute, as all scoring chances and attempts to register a goal in the first half and early minutes into the second half proved abortive for both sides.
The match, which was the last match of the first round, had earlier been decided as the wrap up game for the league by the NWFL Board and managements of all 14 premiership clubs,
in order to enable the country present a representative at the forthcoming much anticipated CAF Women Champions League in May, this year.
Head Coach of Rivers Angels Team, Edwin Okon, commended his team for the victory against visiting Bayelsa Queens, saying that they prepared well for the encounter, knowing too well that their opponents were a strong side and rivals .
Okon said that the victory was well deserved, because his team prepared adequately for the battle, was determined as well and they got the desired result, adding that, the result was not an easy one though, but it came, eventually.
“ What can l say? It’s a 1-0 win. We got what we wanted, but we worked hard for it. Bayelsa Queens FC is a good and strong side, l must confess. It happened that we carried the day. Our hard work and determination paid off. We now look forward to the forthcoming super six competition expected to kick off April 19, 2021.,” Okon explained
With the win, Rivers Angels remain third on the league chat with 28 points, while, Bayelsa Queens and Delta Queens are first and second, respectively with 31 and 29 points from 13 matches played so far.
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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