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Enyimba Threatens To Boycott Matches
The owners of Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side, Enyimba International FC, have threatened to boycott playing in “hostile stadiums” in the league if the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the League Management Company (LMC) fail to arrest and prosecute those who attacked the players and officials of the club in Jos, Plateau State on Sunday.
Enyimba players and officials were victims of attack on Sunday in Jos, after they played out a 0-0 draw against their host, Plateau United.
The state government in a release condemned the attack which has generated reactions across the league followers.
In a release gathered by Tidesports source from the Commissioner for Information, John Okiyi Kalu, the owners of the people’s Elephant has called on the NFF and LMC to fully investigate the incident and sanction those found culpable.
“Failure to do the needful will compel us to consider all options including stopping the team from playing at hostile stadiums, where their lives are endangered.
“Football fans must realise that it is only a game and not a mortal combat.
“In the game of football, there are 3 possible outcomes win, lose or draw.
“None of those outcomes should lead to violence of any kind,” the release said.
The League Management Company, as well as Plateau United are yet to issue official statements regarding the attack.
Recall that Kano Pillars were recently handed N7.5 million fine by the LMC for crowd violence in Kaduna, just as Remo Stars were on the receiving end of the Nigeria National League (NNL) manage-ment sanctions for attacking Insurance in an NNL match in Ogun earlier this month.
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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