Sports
Foundation Builds Stadium, Calls For Sports Investment
Archbishop John Kwao Amuzu (JKA) Aggrey Foundation has commenced construction of a mini stadium in Ilasamaja, Mushin Local Government of Lagos, in memory of the first indigenous Catholic Archbishop of Lagos Archdiocese.
The JKA Aggrey Foundation, according to its Executive Vice President, Sir Albert Fadonougbo, is established to continue to propagate, promote and participate in the ideals and legacy of Archbishop JKA Aggrey.
Speaking at the launch of the foundation and fundraiser, Fadonougbo said the foundation has intervened in social welfare, health, youth education and skill empowerment, food banking and feeding program of the people as well as proposing the establishment of Archbishop Aggrey Technical College.
He added, “We are all about charity and this is what we are about to do right now. My uncle, Archbishop JKA Aggrey, has a special legacy for all people, whether you’re a Muslim, whether you’re Catholic, he believed in unity. So right now, we are trying to pass on his legacy.
“I have been dreaming about my uncle for the past 50 years and there are lots of things about him that are still in my memory. This is why I want to pass the memory to the new generations.
“We want to make sure our youths are given the best education. That’s why we start with this technical school. The technical school will tell you what you can do in the future. We don’t want to give them the fish, but we want to show them how to fish.”
The head coach, FC Robo Queens, Emmanuel Osahon, hailed the efforts of the foundation at ensuring that youths in Mushin community were kept busy.
He urged the government to complement the efforts of the foundation in sporting activities, especially in Mushin area of Lagos.
The Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, described the launch as apt, stressing that the impact and contributions of the late archbishop could not be quantified.
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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