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Go Round FC Tops NNL, Beats Abia Comets 2-0
Go Round FC of Omoku, in Rivers state has kept its hope alive to play in the elite’s League in Nigeria next season, as they beat their guest Abia Comets 2-0 and returned top on the log.
The encounter was one of the week 11 games in the ongoing Nigeria National League (NNL) played at Krisdera Hotel Stadium, in Omoku, on Saturday.
Both goals were scored in the first segment of the game as host captain Nelson Esor converted a spot kick at the 14th minute, shortly after Abia Comets player parried the ball with his left hand inside the no hard tackle 18 yard box.
George Vincent corked the victory at 34th minute through a meticulously taken free kick just two yards after the box, which the goal keeper fumbled with the ball to shake the back net.
The visitors in the second phase raised their game to at least run away with a point, as they dominated the first 20 minutes in the half, but yielded no fruit.
Speaking shortly after the game, president of Go Round FC, Felix Obuah expressed optimism that his side will not drop any point again.
He noted that his team not scoring in the second half was the game plan of the technical crew.
“Well I am happy that we have improved from the last game, because the players played to instructions, though I expected more than two goals.
Abia Comets are also a strong team, but the superior side won. Like I told you earlier, this is just the beginning, we are not going to drop any point till the end of the season”, Obuah said.
Go Round FC technical adviser, Ngozi Elechi commended his players for the two nil victory, but expressed disappointment over their laxity in the second half.
However he attributed it to the stressful journey the players had while coming back from Calabar, which resulted to fatigue.
Victor Nwakanma coach of Abia Comets, said his team played well in spite of the fact that they lost, saying Go Round FC utilised opportunities they had in the first half.
“Scoring two goals against Abia Comets doesn’t mean we are not a good team, just that our opponents had the opportunity and they capitalised on it”, Nwakanma 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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