The 3rd edition of the Kada Unity Cup commenced Monday at the Chief Lucky Nosakhare Igbinedion Mini Stadia, Etete, signaling the start of a two-week football tournament promoting unity among military and paramilitary organizations. Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, speaking at the opening ceremony, pledged to scout and recruit exceptional […]
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The city of Benin is gearing up to host the second edition of the Niger Delta Games, scheduled from February 20th to 27th. This multi-sport event, sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), will bring together over 3,000 athletes and officials from nine oil-producing states in the region. The […]
The 22nd edition of the Nigerian Polytechnics Senior Staff Games Association (NIPOSSGA) officially kicked off in Auchi, Edo State, with 59 polytechnics from across the country participating in the week-long sporting event. The games, hosted by Auchi Polytechnic in Etsako West Local Government Area, began on Sunday, December 6, and […]
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed the state’s preparedness to host the February 2026 edition of the Niger Delta Sports Festival, pledging to deliver a world-class sporting event that will unite the region and showcase Edo’s athletic strength. The governor made the declaration in Benin City on Tuesday during […]
The Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, has voiced strong support for the upcoming Owan 10km Marathon, scheduled to hold on January 3, 2026. The pledge came during a courtesy visit to the Speaker by the event’s organizers, led by convener Chris Ojo, who also serves […]
In a bold move aimed at revitalizing its Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) campaign, Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin has officially appointed Coach Kennedy Boboye as its new Technical Manager. The announcement was made on Monday by Kehinde Osagiede, the club’s Director of Media and Communications. Boboye, a seasoned […]
The Executive Chairman of the Edo Sports Commission, Amadin Enabulele, has commended Team Edo for their performance at the recently concluded 9th National Youth Games (NYG) in Asaba. Edo State secured a third-place finish, earning a total of 33 gold, 18 silver, and 28 bronze medals. In an interview with […]
The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Mr. Amadin Enabulele, has commended the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) for its significant contributions to sports development and national unity through responsible reportage. Enabulele made the commendation while watching the SWAN novelty match between members from the Northern and […]
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has hailed Team Edo for their exceptional performance at the ongoing 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, where they currently lead the medals table with an impressive haul of 19 gold, five silver, and three bronze medals. In a statement issued on […]
Desmond Enabulele, Executive Chairman of the Edo Sports Commission, has expressed pride in supporting the Super Falcons as they pursue a record 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in Morocco. Speaking to journalists in Benin on Wednesday, Enabulele highlighted Governor Monday Okpebholo’s strategic investment in sports as a […]