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Sports Enthusiast Lauds Yobo’s Testimonial Game
A sports enthusiast,
Emma Obiora has described the testimonial match in honour of ex-Super Eagles’ Captain, Joseph Yobo as well deserved as it is not a means fit.Obiora stated this in a chat with Tidesports in his office in Port Harcourt, at the weekend said he deserved the honour for playing 100 games for his country (Nigeria0 in the midst of injuries.According to him, it is a great achievement that some of his contemporaries played only one match for the country, but he is lucky to have participated in World Cups and Nation’s Cup as Captain and even won the last Nations’s cup for Nigeria.The Sports analyst said the testimonial match is a big hnour and achievement well deserved and a honour to whom it is due because other countries also honour such players that attained such a height, “It is a good thing putting together the match in honour of Joseph Yobo”.He opined that despite pressure on the state government, Governor Nyesom Wike was able to honour its own after FIFA had also recognized and honour him with a certificate for attaining that 100 caps for Nigeria, but maintained that corporate organization and other football enthusiasts could have taken the responsibility off the government, while the government will play the role of a landlord.Obiora also commended the Sports Commissioner, Hon. Boma Iyaye for ensuring that the honour come to pass and appreciate J.J. Okocha who could not make it but also make Niger and Super Eagles thick, adding that there is no envy but to thank God for the grace to enable Yobo to accomplish this fit.”It also shows that it is given the proper environment, Nigeria is worthy of so many Yobo’s although not in football but in other sports, because they have the talents and could be great ambassadors to this country, their State and Local Government Areas, and the chieftaincy title to be conferred on Yobo by the people of Ogoni is also a good thing”, he posited.Top of Form Sports enthusiast, football fans would be opportune to have a glimse of those great football players that are going to participate in the testimonial match live and not on Television, and used the forum to also thank the coaches that discovered Yobo from the grassroot to limelights as posterity will never forget them.
Collins Barasimeye
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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