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NPFL: Rivers United’s Victory Over Katsina United Excites Eguma
The technical manager of Rivers United Football club of Port Harcourt, Stanley Eguma has expressed happiness over scoring two goals against Katsina United in the match day 8 of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) in Port Harcourt.
He explained that they planned to win and they got it saying that was a good result for the team.
Eguma made the assertion last Sunday when brefing sports journalists after beating Katsina United 2-0 in the match day eight of the NPFL at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium.
“ We are still working hard for the progress of the team.
We know our problem, our problem is to put the ball in the net. When it comes to playing we can play well but to convert scoring chances is our problem,” Eguma narrated.
The number one coach of the state further explained that the inability of the team in the past to score only one goal is now a thing of the past, noting that scoring two goals against Rangers International FC and Katsina United is a welcome development.
“ There is room for improvement. We are taking it from there to score more goals. We need goals,” he explained.
The pride of the state has played eight matches won three, drew three, lost two with 12 points and seven position in the log.
Also speaking, the head coach of Katsina United, Henry Makinwa blamed the losses to long traveling system in the country.
“We travel about 1km from Katsina to Port Harcourt, is not an easy journey. I will like to see League Management of Club(LMC) for that” he said.
He congratulate’d Rivers United for winning the three maximum points ,saying that the two goals, scoured by their opponents were well deserved.
“ Not that they were better than us but they we’re lucky scoring the two goals. Technically we did not playbadly,’’he explained.
By: Kiadum Edookor
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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