The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as Ajango Memorial Academy gets ready to host Samba Boys FC in the return leg of the Akoko Edo Football League. The two teams previously clashed in a heart-stopping match that ended in a 2-2 stalemate, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the rematch. […]
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The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced the initiation of its first-ever Niger Delta Sports Festival, set to take place from April 1 to April 9 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. This event aims to unearth and cultivate athletic talent within the region. […]
Former Super Eagles midfielder Edema Fuludu has cautioned fans against underestimating Nigeria’s opponents in Group C of the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which includes Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, Fuludu emphasized that the competition will not […]
The Edo State Football Association (Edo FA) is thrilled to announce the commencement of the 2nd edition of the Under-18 Oba of Benin Football Tournament, set to kick off on Tuesday, December 10, in Edo State. This annual event, sponsored by Michael Ogbebor, a former footballer based in the United […]
Nigeria’s premier women’s football team, Edo Queens FC, has earned a prestigious nomination for CAF Women’s Club of the Year, solidifying their status as a continental powerhouse. As the current champions of the Nigerian Women’s Football League (NWFL), the team has consistently demonstrated impressive performance in both local and international […]
As the sports community gears up for the much-anticipated 2024 National Youth Games, taking place in Asaba, Delta State, the focus now turns to Edo State, which is set to host the South-South Zonal elimination games. These competitive events, aimed at providing teams with the chance to qualify for the […]
The Edo Queens, the state-owned female football team, have emerged as the victorious champions of the CAF Women’s League WAFU B Qualifiers. The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has enthusiastically congratulated the team for their outstanding performance. The Edo Queens’ journey to glory was nothing short of impressive. They […]
The Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City will transform into a hub of sporting and business activities from July 15, 2024, as the 2024 National Division One Handball Premier League gets underway. In partnership with the Edo State Sports Commission, the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has secured the support […]
The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the state’s women’s football team, the Edo Queens, for securing their place in the Super Six tournament. This achievement comes after they finished as runners-up in Group B of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL). In […]
Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, the first lady of Edo State, accompanied other members of the Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT) organizing committee on Monday as they inspected the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and other tournament facilities in preparation for the second edition. The competition, which is set to start on Wednesday, […]