Sports
LMC Fines Remo Stars Over Fans’ Misconduct
The League Management Company has ordered Remo Stars and Shooting Stars SC to play their next home game, behind closed door.
The League governing body decided to punish both clubs for failing to control their fans in last Sunday’s derby at Ikenne Stadium.
In a letter sent to the Shooting Stars and Remo Stars, dated February 8, 2022, the LMC expressed concern on reports of a feud between supporters of the clubs which resulted in injuries and damage to properties at the end of the MatchDay 11 fixture at Ikenne.
Signed by Salihu Abubakar, the Chief Operating Officer, the letter reads, “The LMC is disturbed by the acrimony exhibited by fans during and after the game and believes that we must intervene to ensure peaceful conduct of your supporters in future fixtures between your clubs.
“Consequently, you are hereby invited to a meeting with our top management to be held on Monday, 14th February, 2022 by 2pm at the office of the League in Abuja. The Chairman of your respective supporters clubs are also invited to participate in the meeting”.
Shooting Stars was charged with breach of Rule B13.22 in that supporters of the club were found to have thrown plastic bottles on to the pitch leading to stoppages on 31st and 87th minutes of the match.
The LMC also cited the official match report that indicated that the club supporters clashed with those of the home team immediately after the match leading to injuries and destruction of property.
Remo Stars and Wikki Tourists were separately charged for breach of Rule B13.52 in that the clubs failed to ensure adequate and effective security for persons involved in their respective matches in Ikenne and Bauchi.
“You are in breach of Rule 13.52, failure to ensure adequate and effective security for persons involved in the match wherein some of your supporters clashed with the opposing supporters after the match resulting in injuries and destruction of property”, the LMC wrote to Remo Stars.
They reserve the right to submit to the decisions or elect to appear before a panel but must communicate such decision in writing to the LMC within 24 hours.
Meanwhile, the LMC also summoned Remo Stars and Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) to Abuja for a peace meeting on Monday, 14th February.
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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