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NPFL: Eguma Frowns At Inability To Convert Scoring Chances
The technical manager of Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt, Stanley Eguma, has expressed displeasure over missing scoring chances by his players.
He stated that his players created a lot of scoring chances but could not convert them after they scored one goal against Dakkada FC of Akwa Ibom State in their last match of the ongoing abridged Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), on Monday.
Eguma said this on Monday morning in his post match interview shortly after they defeated Dakkada FC 1-0 in the match day 15 of the NPFL at Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.
“My players’ inability to convert scoring chances was a huge problem for the team but we are going to work on it,” Eguma said.
The match 15 encounter was suspended due to heavy down pour after 52 minutes of play and the remaining 38 minutes were played the following day ( Monday) morning. Before the suspension, United was on one goal lead at the 19th minute.
“ I knew that the game was going to be tougher than Sumdays, because Dakkada FC was fighting to swim out of relegation waters.
“They were playing with their last blood for them to get results.I think our play was not bad just that we missed a lot of chances in front of goal.
“ My players were careless in front of goal, this is what I am considering in the CAF Confederation Cup quarter final we are now.
“This season, we created a lot of chances but found it difficult to convert them. That is my headache”, Eguma stated.
The technical manager pledged that before next game the technical crew will work on the players’ ability to convert goals.
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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