Sports
FHA Assures Super Eagles Of Houses
The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) is working hard to ensure that all members of the Super Eagles who won the 1994 African Nations’ Cup get the houses which the Federal Government allocated to them.
The sports source recalls that the Super Eagles defeated the Chipolopolo of Zambia to lift the African Cup of Nations’ trophy that year in appreciation of their feat, the second time the Eagles would win the trophy, the Federal Government rewarded them with houses.
Gemade, speaking with newsmen on Sunday, in Abuja , said the delay in allocating the houses the Super Eagles chose in Lagos was because their estate was under litigation.
“I have given them all the assurance that the moment we vacate the injunction on that estate, we will be able to complete these houses and then give them their houses.
“ We know that we own about 23 of those houses now out of the 37 that we were to give them. Of course, some of them have already been delivered,’’ he said.
He debunked insinuations that staff of the FHA were demanding money from the players to give them their houses.
“On the Eagles, I wouldn’t know whether any of my staff has been involved in asking for anything from members of the team. I don’t believe that,’’ he said.
Gemade said that some of the players who chose houses in Abuja had got them, while those who chose Lagos had yet to get theirs.
He added that the players were, however, given an option to each pick a new house at a new price but none had agreed.
“They are still waiting for their houses that they paid for in 1994 at about N600,000, and such houses are about N10 million to N12 million. What do you do?’’ he queried.
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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