Sports
Song Outlines Creed, Mission Statement For Cameroun
Rigobert Song has begun his job as Cameroon’s team manager by introducing a creed for both players and officials.
The former captain was appointed on 6 January, with the intention of bringing stability to the national team.
In his first outing in Guinea-Bissau, he convinced coach Denis Lavagne and his squad to adhere to an 11-point plan, which starts by stating that ‘the Cameroon national team is sacred’.
All players and officials signed the document last week in Guinea-Bissau.
Cameroon won the first leg of their first round 2013 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier later that day, winning 1-0 thanks to a late strike from Eric Choupo-Moting.
The intention of the two-time Nations Cup champion is that every new player in the team will sign up to a creed which stresses, among others, the need for communication, humility and loyalty.
Cameroon’s international team has been rocked in recent years, with the Indomitable Lions conspicuously absent from this year’s African Cup of Nations after their failure to qualify.
Late last year, a friendly against Algeria had to be called off at short notice after the players conducted a strike over money issues – an incident which led to an eight-month ban for captain Samuel Eto’o.
These issues have combined to leave Cameroon in 66th place in the Fifa rating system, which is the Indomitable Lions’ worst ranking ever.
As he looks to address this slump, Song’s 11-point mission statement reads as follows:
1.The Cameroon national team is sacred, serving it is my only goal
2. The green-red-yellow is sacred, I shall wear it in every stadium, honour and defend it
3.Playing for my country is an honour, with loyalty, fidelity and courage I shall represent it
4. Each match and each selection is goodness shared with my people, my public and mates
5. With my team-mates I shall be strong, with friendship and solidarity my watchword
6.Respect for elders is a principle, from them I inherit this jersey, illustrious they handed it to me and glorious I will pass it on
7. I shall communicate with my coaches, comrades and officials, dialogue shall remain my strength.
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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