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Supporters Club Chairman Praises rufc Players
The Chairman of Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt Supporters Club, Franklin Owhor has applauded the impressive performance of the team following their victory against Rangers International FC of Enugu in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) match day 21 on Sunday.
He stated that he felt happy and excited for the win knowing that it will boost the morale of the team in their next away game.
Owhor, said this in a telephone interview with Tidesports saying that with the caliber of players in the team, they are expected to pick one of the continental tickets, even though they did not win the League title..
Rivers United FC defeated Enugu Rangers 0-1 on Sunday, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium Enugu state.
“Well I feel happy and excited for the victory as we are always there to give the team our moral support.
“Rivers United has good players we expect them to win the league, we thanked God for the win last Sunday.
It was the work of God, commitment of the players, the technical crew and everybody who has been supporting the team in different ways to enable the team achieved that away victory.
“The victory away from home will motivate the team more on winning other away matches Owhor”stated.
According to the number one supporters of the Pride of Rivers State, the coordinator of the club Bright Ogude, has already given out one million naira in support of the victory, adding that there are a lot of other people who are also willing to boost the morale of the players financially, including the Governor of the State ,Chief Nyesom Wike who has promised of given them the sun of ten million naira in every away win.
He used the medium to appeal to other supporters and fans to continue supporting the team even though the League Management Committee (LMC) has not given approval for them to play their drums in the stadium.
“We will still give our moral support for the team even though we are not in the stadium to play our drums,” he said.
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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