Morris Atula Morris Atula, one of the leading contenders for the position of National President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), has stated that during the 20 years that the outgoing National President, Hon. Daniel Igali, has overseen the sport, there has been no Zonal, School, or Inter-state Challenge Wrestling competition. Hon. Daniel Igali Mr….
UKOHA Blessing won Gold in shot put girls By Ikemefuna Asika Anambra State has made a remarkable impact at the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, securing a total of 12 medals: 3 gold, 3 silver, and 6 bronze across multiple sporting events. The medals were won in Taekwondo, Scrabble, Shot Put, 1500m…
By Ikemefuna Asika Delta State, through its Sports Commission, has reaffirmed its stance that it will not accept any decision by the National Sports Commission (NSC) to transfer the hosting rights of the 2026 National Youth Games (NYG) to Lagos. Speaking at a press briefing held at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, the acting…
Senator Uche Ekwunife presenting trophy to the winner of Kingsley Obiukwu Foundation Unity Cup 2025 The Deputy Governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Uche Ekwunife, has emphasized that harnessing grassroots talent is essential for sustainable sports development in Nigeria. Speaking at the final match of the 2025 Kingsley Obiukwu Foundation Unity Cup…
Olopade (first from left) flanked by SWAN National President Isaiah Benjamin and Director of Press NSC, Dr. Kehinde Ajayi during the press briefing. By Ikemefuna Asika The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has denied any leadership rift between him and the Chairman of the Commission, Mallam Shehu Diko. Olopade made…
