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Rivers United FC Begins On Winning Note
Flash back :Rivers State Deputy Governor, Dr (Mrs) Ipalibo Harry Banigo, in a handshake, with the former World 100 metres Gold Medalist, Miss Endurance Ojokolo, during the Go Round/SWAN Secondary Schools Athletics Championship at Adokiye Amiesimaka Satdium in Port Harcourt.
Rivers United Football
Club of Port Harcourt has started the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) on a winning note, as they beat visiting and defending champions of NPFL, Enyimba FC, with a line goal.
The match which saw an impressive spectators was played at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium (former Liberation Stadium) and was one of the week one matches played at different venues, across the nation.
Homeboy, Frederick Obomate scored only goal in the game at 65th minute thorugh free kick outside the 18 yar box, after several misses from both teams, which led to barren first half.
On resumption the have team became more cautious and tactical while Enyimba try to get the first goal. After the goal the visitors became more aggressive working for an equalizer but was fruitless.
Sunday united goal keeper, Rotimi at 78th minute made a spectacular save that denied the peoples Elephants of Aba, a point to run away with.
The visitor went on rampage and looking for away to redeem image but all proved abortive.
Generally, the new Port Harcourt based team Rivers United FC played an impressively and both team entertained the huge spectators in the field.
Speaking shortly after the game, the technical adviser of the new Rivers United FC, Stanley Eguma, said the time for celebration has ??? saying that the players are young, they are yet to blend effectively.
According to him, there are some players that are yet to finish their registration, adding that if those join the team we will have sharp midfield.
“This is not time to celebrate, we have just won one match out of 38 games, I am sure we will have a better team next match” Eguma said.
Tonye Orabere
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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