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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has accepted the application of the Technical Director of Bobsled and Skeleton Federation of Nigeria, Dr. Seun Adigun, to contest election into the IOC Athletes’ Commission for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics Games. A specialist in the 100metres hurdles, who represented the University of Houston in track and field, Adigun dominated the scene and became a three-time national champion, two-time African champion and represented Nigeria at the London 2012 Olympics Games. Adigun's quest for election to the prestigious panel comes following her pioneering role in setting up the Bobsled and Skeleton Federation in Nigeria. From her experience as a rookie Brakeman in the United States of America's Bobsled team, she stepped up to contribute to the formation of Africa's first ever Bobsled Team. In 2018, she made history with Nigeria at a historic outing in Pyeongchang, South Korea, during the Winter Olympics Games. The feat earned her the sta...

Former Nigeria U23 invitee, Taye Muritala has joined Wikki Tourists from 3SC, with the club beating off rivals including Gombe United, Nasarawa United and Plateau United. The versatile defender was widely regarded as one of Shooting Stars' best young performers last term, he helped the club gain promotion to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). His move to Bauchi represents something of a coup for the Giant Elephants. Gombe United, Nasarawa United and Plateau United were reportedly among the other clubs chasing the ex-Gateway United man's services. "I'm delighted to be involved with Wikki Tourists," the 21-year-old told the Media on Friday.  "This is a great opportunity for me to demonstrate my qualities at the highest level and to continue my progress at a club with high ambitions. "I'm looking forward to starting the NPFL season with Wikki Tourists and I'm going to put all my energy into helping the team achieve its goals at the end...

Nigeria Professional Football League giants Rangers have completed the signing of experienced goalkeeper Adeniyi Bamidele from MFM FC. Bamidele penned a two-year deal with the club after successful negotiations. The 29-year-old spent last season at MFM where he made 19 appearances and kept seven cleansheets. He is expected to compete with Nana Bonsu, Femi Thomas and Mutawakilu Seidu for the number one shirt at Rangers. Bamidele Adeniyi was one of the best goalkeepers in the Nigerian topflight last term. His major strengths are diving and quick reflexes. He can rapidly adjust to deflections and short-range shots, and in particular, excels at stopping well-struck penalties.  The keeper oftentimes attempts to claim crosses very well and shows dominance in the air when called upon. In terms of command of area, Bamidele is quite competent. He is pretty vocal, enough to alert his defenders to danger and organise them accordingly. He rules his box often and makes sure that all the pieces ...

The Coordinator of the Organizing Committee of the 2021 Ottasolo Pre Season Tournament, Mallam Badawiy Bashir has asserted that the objective is to ensure that the tournament becomes the best pre-season competition in Nigeria. Mallam Badawiy Bashir Coordinator of the Organizing Committee of the 2021 Ottasolo Pre Season Tournament. The competition has been scheduled to take place from November 1 to 7 in Lagos.  Badawiy who is also the General Manager of Kwara United confirmed that 10 teams will take part in its maiden edition. The Organizing Committee Coordinator noted that the objective is to make the Ottasolo Pre Season Tournament the best in Nigeria.  He stated that aside the pre season matches that will keep the participating teams busy and for them to gauge their preparations for the commencement of the league season, the first edition of the Ottasolo Pre Season Tournament will have some side attraction.  "I am delighted to inform you that 10 teams have shown interest...

Shooting Stars got their Ogunjobi Gold Cup campaign off in a flying start after they came from behind to beat FC Ebedei 3-1 on Matchday One of the pre-season tournament. It was a game of two halves as the Oluyole Warriors scored three second half goals after the Oliseh Boys had got fans talking inside the FC Ebedie Stadium, taking the lead in the 20th minute courtesy of a brilliant strike from  Moses Obule. The newly promoted Nigerian Professional Football League(NPFL) side then took the game to the rookies but were twice denied a goal by goalkeeper Mark Ugboh. At the restart of second half, Shooting Stars then showed experience as they dominated from the 56th minute they scored the equalizing goal by Kola Daniel, who tapped into the net from an assist from Ayo Adejubu. As the game near 90 minutes and looking like a draw, the Oluyole Warriors then scored two quick goals in added time.  Akilu Muhammad made it 2-1 the 92nd minute while Ayo Adejubu who provided the assist for 3SC...

Former Nigeria Basketball star Samuel Oguche is set to hold a Basketball camp for teeming youths across the country in December.  The camp which is designed for young boys and girls will be drawn from all geopolitical zones. Addressing the media, Oguche disclosed the high level of preparation being put together in collaboration with Kogi state government to have a successful youth camp. "Basically, I am planning a tournament in Kogi state by December which will be an opportunity for youths to come together for a 3-day tournament in the mode of Kids camp. In partnership with Kogi state Governor, his Excellency Yahya Bello, we would be given kids across the country an opportunity to exhibit their talents and also gain invaluable knowledge about the slam and dunk game." The event which is also supported by Bullet Energy Drink will have basketball court and other valuable equipment donated to University courtesy of Kogi state government. Samuel Oguche has previously held several ...

The path to normalcy in the administration of badminton in Nigeria was on Monday charted as a caretaker committee was sworn-in to run the affairs of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN). Francis Orbih will lead the caretaker committee as chairman.  The newly constituted Badminton Caretaker Committee headed by Francis Orbih. The composition of the BFN as well as the in-house election of its principal officers had been stalled following a court action by one Kenneth Azuine who was not a party to the election into the board. But on the eve of the election, just as it was for other sports Federations, he got an interim court injunction stopping the electoral processes and composition of the BFN board.  With badminton in the country grounded to a halt, the Nigeria Ministry of Sports opted to set up a caretaker committee  On Monday, October 18, 2021, the Permanent Secretary, Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar who stood in for the Minister of Sports, Sunday Dare sworn-in a 13-man care...