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NPFL: Our Win Is More Important Than My Brace – Ohawume
Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt forward Malachi Ohawume, said his team victory against Dakkada FC last Saturday was more than him been in the score sheet, he stated that his focus is to ensure that his team maintain her current impressive form, adding that he will do his best to support the team to win the Nigeria Professional Football League ( NPFL) title.
Ohawume said this last Saturday in a release signed by the media officer of the club, Charles Mayuku, and made available to the Tidesports. The forward scored the brace that gave the pride of Rivers 3-2 away wins over Dakkada FC in the NPFL matchday 30 fixture held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
According to the release, Stanley Eguma tutored side started the game in a brighter note with their intensity and capitalised on their momentum via a Chijioke Akuneto’s strike, for his 12th goal for the club this season.
Edidiong Ezekiel strike before and just after the interval ensured the host took the lead for most part of the game.
It explained that Ohawume became the hero in Uyo after coming on as a late substitute as his brace, first an excellent overhead kick and a finish from point-blank range confirmed the win for United.
The away win has helped the pride of Rivers to maintained seven points lead on top of the NPFL log with eight matches left.
“I am happy because getting a brace in the NPFL is not easy.
The victory is not even for me, I got it for the team.
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.