Sports
NSF:Directors Advise MFN On Re-Admission Of Mauythai
The Chairman, Directors of Sports Forum in Nigeria, Tunde Kazeem, has charged Mauythai Federation of Nigeria (MFN) to be steadfast and resilient in its quest to re-admit Muaythai into the National Sports Festival (NSF).
He assured the federation of all the necessary support to achieve its aims and objectives.
Kazeem, who is also the director of sports in Kwara State said this when the board members of the federation, led by its President, Comrade Paul Egonu, paid him a courtesy visit in his office, in Ilorin on Monday.
The federation met with members of state directors of sports in the country, during the just concluded National Youth Games ( NYG) to solicit for the re-admission of the sport at the forthcoming NSF in Edo State next year.
In a related development, the President of MFN, Comrade Paul Egonu, and his team also visited the consultant of the Edo 2020 NSF, Brown Ebewele, in his office in Benin City, Edo state recently.
Comrade Egonu, explained that the visit was also to appeal for the inclusion of Mauythai at the festival and put necessary mercenaries on ground to give the sport a sound footing during the festival.
“ Our visits became necessary because we want to give so many talented athletes a bigger platform to showcase their skills and win laurels for their respective states “ Comrade Egonu said.
In his response, Ebewele said he will ensure that Mauythai became a competitive sport at the NSF in Edo state
He explained that Muaythai had been featuring at the NSF in time past but due to logistic reasons the sport was dropped..
The consultant reiterated his commitment to ensure that Muaythai became a force to reckon with in Nigeria sports story.
He used the forum to commend the President of the MFN for his drive and vision to develop sports in Nigeria
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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