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Kada Kings finished top at the first phase of the just concluded 2021 National Division 1 Volleyball League in Kaduna State with 21 points. Kada Kings beat Kwara United 3-1 (28-26, 25-19, 22-25, 25-10) in the men's final match at Ahmadu Bello Stadium (ABS) to remain unbeaten in 7 matches during the first phase. Speaking with newsmen after the match, the Head Coach of Kada Kings, Jonathan David commended his players for not giving up in the first set despite the scorelines which seem impossible to recover. David said the unbeaten run was made possible due to his players determination and hardwork. "I am overexcited being unbeaten team so far in the tournament and it is due to our hardwork and determination. The first set was a bit dicey because Kwara United were leading 24-19 but the players had to give their best and we eventually won the set which was miraculous. "I did not see Kwara as a threat but a normal team and we played a normal game but we miscalculated their tac...

Katsina United returns to winning ways on NPFL Match Day 24 with 1-0 victory over Warri Wolves at Muhammadu Dikko Stadium thanks, to Samuel Nnosiri 1st half strike.  Shaking off the disappointment of the last outing against Adamawa United where the Changi boys were outdone by questionable calls from center referee denying the team a legitimate penalty in the process, the Bishir Sadauki tutelage team were ontop of their game against Warri Wolves from the blast of the whistle and were rewarded with a deservedly earned 3 points.  The victory has propelled Katsina United to 15th position with 25 points on the NPFL table howbeit playing a game more than Wikki Tourist who occupies the 16th position with 24 points. Katsina United will sqaure up against Nasarawa United in their next game as they hope for a favourable result in their quest to stay clear of relegation zone.

The week 23 NPFL match played on Wednesday May 26 between Adamawa United and Katsina United at the Ribadu Square Stadium, Yola have been won and lost but the feel of injustice call by the center referee Udeh Kingsley will remain as fresh as dew in the heart of Katsina United faithfuls.  The keenly contested match had the Shingi boys trailing by a lone goal courtesy of own goal by Abdulmalik Sanusi but were determined to get back on level terms. It though the central referee Udeh Kingsley had another plan as he denied Katsina United what seems like a legitimate penalty.  The officiating referee,  from Kwara State dubiously overlooked a penalty call when Adamawa United defender fouled a Katsina United forward Abdulwasiu Mahmud who was brought down in the box while heading towards goal to the dismay of Katsina United management who were hopeful of getting something out of the game possibly to take them  off the relegation zone.  A quick exchange of passes between N...

FIFPRO and FIFA have signed a three-year cooperation agreement to provide health support to hundreds of recently retired professional footballers facing the challenges that come with career transition. Developed by FIFPRO, FIFA and Amsterdam University Medical Center, the After-Career Consultation Programme will include a free initial medical examination and additional check-ups if needed, plus reading material and guidance on detraining, diet, mental health and joint pain. From June 2021, players who have retired within the last ten years will benefit from the initiative at 42 FIFA Medical Centres of Excellence located in 30 countries. FIFPRO’s 64 affiliated national player unions will encourage footballers dealing with difficulties during their initial retirement years to join the programme. Where there is no FIFA-accredited centre available nearby, FIFPRO and FIFA will seek to provide alternative support. In 2018, FIFPRO piloted a consultation programme with recently retired players...

The President of Nigeria Olympic Committee, Engineer Habu Ahmed Gumel has been re-elected as Treasurer of Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) at the General Assembly in Cairo, Egypt on Tuesday, May 25, 2021. Gumel, an Ambassador of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) defeated his Togolese opponent, Deladem Akpaki by 43 to 10 votes. Also, Algeria's Mustapha Berraf, President of ANOCA was re-elected after defeating Mrs. Lydia Nsekera from Burundi 38 to 15 while the Secretary General, Ahmed Hashim from Sudan retained his position beating Senegalese Seydina Omar by 29 to 24 votes. The elected officers will serve Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) for the next four years.

Team Kada emerged champions in the U18 Girls, U19 Boys and men's senior at the just concluded 2021 President Beach Volleyball Cup in Kaduna. Engr. Musa Nimrod, Chairman Caretaker Committee Nigeria Volleyball Federation flanks by victorious Kada Volleyball players Kada Emeralds beat Pro Spikers of Lokoja 2-0 (21-14, 21-19) to win gold in the U18 Girls event while Goldening Spikers of Anambra zoomed pass Sokoto 2-0 (21-15, 21-13) to win bronze medal. Kada Kings shocked Pro Spikers of Lokoja as they came back from a game down to win gold medal in the U19 Boys category. Kada Kings won the game 2-1 (19-21, 21-8, 15-10) in front of their home fans while Zamfara placed third position beating Borno 2-0 (21-12, 21-12). Kada Kings beat NSCDC 2-1 (21-19, 21-23, 15-13) to emerge new champions in the men's category. The duo of Jasper Peter and Austin Uche (Kada Kings) proved to be the better side against highly rated Godwin Shekerau and Andrew Sunday of NSCDC. Kada Kings won the first set b...

The second stanza of the Nigeria Beach Soccer League resumed today in Birni-Kebbi, Kebbi state with Kaduna Beach Soccer Club continuing with their impressive unbeaten run. The Kada team amassed maximum 9 points during the first stanza of the league in Lagos earlier in April and emerged 6-5 victorious against highly spirit Igbogbo Kingdom BSC today to make it 4-in-4 winning streaks. The keenly contested encounter was a game of each halve with Igbogbo Kingdom BSC winning the  first period 3-2. Dozie Frank and Tanko Emmanuel goals were not enough to get the league leader level in the half. However, Kada boys would finish the second period more stronger with 4-3 lead  while also having Clement and Tanko, who score his brace of the match in the period.  Tankoko Emmanuel completed his hat trick in the third period complemented by Nura Bello goal to seal the 6-5  victory for  the Kaduna BSC.  The league favourite Kebbi BSC prove their mettle by outclassing Kwara B...

The Ministry of  Youth and Sports Development has unveiled  a comprehensive plan  for Team Nigeria towards a podium success at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.  According to the roadmap, the final stage of local camping will commence from May-15th- July 23rd in Bayelsa, Abuja, Lagos and Port Harcourt. Track and Field National Olympics Trials takes place June 17- 19th, African  Athletics  Championship from June 22- 26th, 2021. The last phase of the camping will be in  Kisarazu from July 3- 23rd, while the 1st batch of athletes will enter the Games Village from August 8th. Nigeria will present about 80 athletes  in 10 Sports at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Wrestling, Judo, Taekwondo, Table Tennis, Badminton, Male and Female Basketball are some of the events Nigeria has qualified. Others are Track and Field, Weightlifting and Rowing, Canoeing and Sailing. Nigeria  decided  to narrow down her participation  to sports where she has competitive ...

 Harmony Boys Unveil Jonas Emmanuel Jonas Emmanuel unveiled by Kwara United "My appreciation goes to handlers of this great team" - Kwara United new signing Jonas Emmanuel Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) table toppers, Kwara United FC have unveiled youngster, Jonas Okan Emmanuel as part of the club's reinforcement move to finish the ongoing 2020/2021 season successfully. The former Malumfashi FC of Katsina goal poacher was among a few players engaged in the recent mind season transfer window, to further strengthen the Abdullahi Biffo tutored side. In his reaction, the teenage attacking sensation expressed delight on the confidence reposed on him by the handlers of the team for the task ahead, adding that he will stop at nothing to ensure that he repays the trust place on him. "My appreciation goes to the handlers of this great team for finding me worthy of service," said Jonas, who has found the back of the net in several friendly games he featured i...

The president of the Nigeria Football Federation and Fifa Council member, Amaju Pinnick, has expressed his delight over Nigeria's hosting of the Aisha Buhari Six- Nation Football Tournament. The six top African football playing nations already confirmed for the Invitational tournament scheduled for September 2021, include; host Nigeria, Cameroon, South Africa, Mali, Morocco, and Ghana. According to the president of the NFF, Nigeria's First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has endorsed the championship, which is one of the programmes aimed at uplifting the girl/child in the continent. The Six Nation Invitational is Amaju Pinnick's direct effect of being elected as FIFA COUNCIL member. Lagos, which is now the new hub of football excellence in Nigeria, will host the 10-day event, with all its aquatic and tourism splendour. These top five African women football nations that will join host Nigeria, have confirmed their participation in the tournament. The tournament which is a direct effect ...

Brig. Gen. Z.L. Abubakar has promised to build a solid structure for the Nigeria Judo Federation during his time in office.  Caretaker Committee Members of Nigeria Judo Federation The Chairman Caretaker committee of the Nigeria Judo Federation, Brig. Gen. Z.L. Abubakar was sworn in alongside 29 sports federation chairmen by the Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare on Tuesday in Abuja. Brig. Gen. Abubakar further revealed that it's time to correct the majority of the defects he noticed while serving as a member of the former board. "I have to thank the Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare for bringing me on board with Mr Bolaji Yusuf from Lagos State as a member of the caretaker committee for this few months to uplift our federation to the next level. This is a call to service, we have accepted the challenge and we will try as much as possible to put in our best to make a mark". The newly Inaugurated Caretaker C...

The second round of the National Beach Soccer League scheduled for Kebbi in May 2021, is set to kick off on Thursday, May 13. A seminar/ Technical Capacity Program will hold before kick-off day on Tuesday, May 11 to Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Teams are expected to arrive in Kebbi on Monday, May 10, 2021, with a departure date set for Sunday, May 16, 2021, at the end of the second round on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Kada BSC (nine points) and Badagry Beach Soccer Club (BSC) with six points seats at the top of Group A and B respectively at the end of the first round in Lagos.