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Ministry of Information Fetes Football Team

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Line up of Mighty Sparrows team. Photo: Nwikeh Donatus Ken

Line up of Mighty Sparrows team. Photo: Nwikeh Donatus Ken

Players and officials of Mighty Sparrows that represented Ministry of Information and finished runners up in the recently concluded maiden edition of Rivers State Head of Service, HOS football competition were officially received on Friday by the ministry. In the brief reception that was attended by the General Managers of the ministry’s parastatals and other directors, the permanent secretary of the ministry, Dr. Mpi commended the players for their dedication and industry. He said that the team proved that it was the best through out the competition, as available statistics showed that that it ended the competition without conceding a goal and equally produced the highest goal scorer with six goals. He however, congratulated the eventual winners, ministry of commerce and industry for thier success. Dr, Mpi noted that the office of the Head of Service had noble objectives for instituting the competition among which is to ensure recreation, interaction and a virile civil service through sports. He said that the purpose of the reception was to show appreciation to the team for their efforts and encourage it for the future. “It is in spirit of gratitude and encouragement, the ministry will be behind you, keep it up and remain focused”, he said. He equally thanked the General Managers of the parastatals for their support and assistance to the team during the competition. Earlier, the General Manager of Rivers State Broadcasting Corporation, Ms Medline Tador had said that the competition offered the ministry the opportunity to interact and realise the talents available. She assured of her support to the team in subsequent edition of the competition. Captain of the team, Honour Sirawoo in his speech commended the permanent secretary for his support and gestures to the team. He expressed the disappointment of the entire team at failing to lift the trophy and promised the work harder to win to next edition. The players who were told to take their playing kits for keeps were also rewarded with cash gifts by the ministry.

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RSG Pledges To Develop  Baseball 

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Rivers State Government has pledged to provide training pitch for Baseball in the State.
The Director of Sports in Rivers State Sports Council, Obia Inyengiyikabo made pledge on Tuesday in an interview with sports journalists shortly after the five days Intensive Capacity Development Course For Baseball Coaches.
Inyengiyikabo said the State Government has given priority to sport development.
” Yes we are happy for the five days Intensive Capacity development programme for baseball coaches in Nigeria.Sure by the grace of God the Governor of the  State Sir Siminialayi Fubara will provide Baseball pitch.
” This  programme, I am sure will be an eye opener for our youth to fall in love with the game. I appreciate the Global Sports Partners for finding Rivers State worthy host the  programme”,  Inyengiyikabo stated.
Meanwhile the Director of Global Sports Partner’s Coach Justin Rhondes from United States of America ( USA) expressed joy for the turnout.
He stated that seeing the coaches and players impressive turnout was  indication the game was popular in Nigeria.
” We Global Sports Partners, our key word is partner, so for us we are ready to come back to Nigeria any time.
“The  few days we have stayed  Coaches and players has benefited a lot from the programme”, he said.
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CAFCL : Rivers United Arrives DR Congo

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Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt contingent, comprising players, technical crew, backroom staff, and officials,  depart the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos State on Wednesday, bound for Kinshasa, DR Congo. 

 

The team is set to face FC Les Aigles du Congo in the first-round first-leg match of the CAF Champions League.

 

This was contained in a press release signed by the media officer of the club, Charles Mayuku and made available to Tidesports on Wednesday.

 

He said that the highly anticipated match is scheduled to take place at the 80,000-capacity Kinshasa-Complexe Omnisports Stade des Martyrs on morrow with kickoff slated for 3:30pm. 

 

According to the statement the encounter marks the first-ever meeting between both sides in any competition, adding that an air of excitement and unpredictability to the fixture.

 

“As the Pride of Nigeria embarks on this crucial journey, the team is determined to return with a decent result that will set them up favorably for the second leg on Sunday, 28th September” the statement said.

 

 

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FIFA rankings: S’Eagles drop Position, remain sixth in Africa

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles have slipped one place in the latest FIFA World Rankings, falling from 44th to 45th globally while maintaining sixth position on the African continent.

The new rankings, released via FIFA’s official X handle on Thursday, reflect the team’s continued struggles under Coach Eric Chelle amid a stuttering 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

This marks a second consecutive decline after the Nigerian side dropped from 43rd to 44th in August on the back of poor outings in recent international matches.

Despite Nigeria’s setback, several African teams made progress. Morocco remains the continent’s highest-ranked side, sitting 11th in the world after winning eight of their last nine matches. Senegal, Egypt, Algeria and Côte d’Ivoire complete Africa’s top five.

Lesotho slipped to 153rd place, while Benin Republic, Nigeria’s upcoming opponent, climbed to 93rd. South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, who held the Super Eagles to a 1-1 draw in June, rose to 55th, strengthening their bid for World Cup qualification.

Zimbabwe had the biggest slide down the ranking table, dropping nine places to 125th position in the world.

The rankings highlight Nigeria’s struggle to regain form on the global stage as key rivals continue to surge ahead.

Similarly, the Super Falcons of Nigeria remain 36th best in the world], while the Spanish female national team replaced the USA at the top of the women’s ranking.

 

 

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