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 9th National Youth Games Asaba 2025: OYO STATE MEDAL HAUL (As at August 31st) Team Oyo continues to shine at the ongoing 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, with impressive performances across multiple sports. 🏅 Medal Winners so far: Fathia Owoyele – 3 🥈 Silver (Weightlifting, Female 48kg) Kehinde Nasirat – 1 🥉 Bronze (Trado – Ayo Olopon, Female Singles) Kehinde Nasirat & Modinat Makinde – 1 🥇 Gold (Trado – Ayo Olopon, Female Doubles) Ajayi Timilehin – 1 🥈 Silver (Gymnastics, Male Pommel Horse) Team Oyo (Male) – 1 🥉 Bronze (Artistic Gymnastics, Team Event) Adeyeri Comfort – 1 🥇 Gold (Swimming, Female 100m Breaststroke) Fadayini Michael – 1 🥈 Silver (Swimming, 100m Backstroke) 📊 Medal Tally (as at August 31st, 2025): 🥇 Gold – 2 🥈 Silver – 4 🥉 Bronze – 2 Team Oyo athletes have displayed resilience, passion, and determination, with the contingent determined to increase the medal haul in the days ahead. #TeamOyo #NYGAsaba2025 Ayobami Fakorede Reporting from...

NYG ASABA 2025: ADEYERI COMFORT WINS GOLD FOR TEAM OYO IN SWIMMING Team Oyo has added another gold medal to its tally at the ongoing 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State. Adeyeri Comfort emerged champion in the Girls’ 100m Breaststroke, delivering an outstanding performance to clinch the top prize. Competing against a strong field of swimmers, Comfort stood out with her resilience, speed, and determination, securing Oyo State’s latest victory at the Games. This triumph further highlights the growing strength of Oyo athletes across multiple sports disciplines. Congratulations to Adeyeri Comfort for making Oyo proud! 🥇💦 Ayobami Fakorede Reporting from Asaba Oyo State Sports Council

NYG ASABA 2025: TEAM OYO WINS FIRST GOLD MEDAL IN AYO OLOPON (TRADO) Team Oyo has recorded its first gold medal at the ongoing 9th National Youth Games tagged “Asaba 2025”. The duo of Kehinde Nosirat and Makinde Mokinat struck gold in the Ayo Olopon female doubles event, held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba. Earlier in the day, Kehinde Nosirat had already secured a bronze medal in the female singles category, before teaming up with Makinde Mokinat to deliver Oyo’s breakthrough gold. This marks the state’s maiden top-podium finish at the Games, adding to the medal tally that had earlier seen silver wins in weightlifting. Congratulations to Kehinde Nosirat and Makinde Mokinat for making Oyo State proud! 🎉 Ayobami Fakorede Reporting from Asaba Oyo State Sports Council

NYG ASABA 2025: OYO’S FATHIA OWOYELE CLAIMS 3 SILVER MEDALS IN WEIGHTLIFTING Oyo State U-15 weightlifting athlete, Fathia Owoyele Toluwalase, has won three silver medals at the ongoing 9th National Youth Games tagged “Asaba 2025”, competing in the 48kg female category. Fathia has established herself as one of Nigeria’s most promising young lifters, having won three gold medals at the 2024 National Youth Games also held in Asaba.  She was later invited to the Gateway Games – Ogun 2024 National Sports Festival as one of the Invited Junior Athletes (IJA), where she narrowly missed out on the podium with a fourth-place finish in the 49kg class. In Asaba 2025, she came up against Edo State’s Esther Amarachi Chijioke, who proved dominant, winning all three gold medals in the snatch, clean & jerk, and total. Esther had also been outstanding at Ogun 2024, where she competed in the 45kg class and secured two gold and one silver medal for the IJA team. Fathia’s lifts in the 48kg category...

9th NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES: TEAM OYO SHINES AT OPENING CEREMONY IN ASABA Oyo State athletes made a vibrant and colourful impression at the opening ceremony of the 9th National Youth Games, which held today at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State. The Games, which officially commenced yesterday with the screening of athletes across various sports by technical officials, came alive as Team Oyo stepped out in style. Dressed smartly in state-branded tracksuits, the athletes proudly participated in the ceremonial march-past before top dignitaries, including officials of the National Sports Commission, Delta State Sports Commission, members of the Local Organizing Committee, and other key stakeholders. Earlier in the day, some of Oyo’s athletes had already begun their quest for glory, featuring in the table tennis event ahead of the formal opening ceremony. With their colourful parade and early participation, Team Oyo signaled strong intent—not just to compete, but to make a mark at t...

  2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Matches: Chelle picks Ekong, Osimhen, 21 others in final 23   Captain William Ekong, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Raphael Onyedika, and forwards Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen have been included in Nigeria’s final list of 23 players for next month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and South Africa.   Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali also makes the final cut, just as defenders Calvin Bassey, Olaoluwa Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel, midfielders Wilfred Ndidi, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Frank Onyeka, and forwards Simon Moses, Samuel Chukwueze and Cyriel Dessers.   Greece-based goalie Adeleye Adebayo returns to the group, alongside Unity Cup sensations Felix Agu and Benjamin Fredericks, and forwards Christantus Uche and Tolu Arokodare, who both impressed in the friendly with Russia in Moscow on 6th June this year.   The Super Eagles confront the Amavubi of Rwanda in a Matchday 7 encounter at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium,...

9th National Youth Games Opening Ceremony Holds Today in Asaba 🎉🏟️ The 9th edition of the National Youth Games officially kicks off today, 29th August 2025, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State. This year’s Games feature contingents from all 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, showcasing the best of Nigeria’s youth talent. Our proud contingent from Oyo State is not just in Asaba to participate — they are fully prepared and determined to bring home medals for our dear state. 💪🏅 Stay tuned for more updates, results, and highlights from Team Oyo at the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba! Credit: Fakorede Ayobami For: Director of Media & Communications, Oyo State Sports Council

PRESS RELEASE TEAM OYO DEPARTS FOR ASABA 2025 NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES Team Oyo has officially embarked on their journey to Asaba, Delta State, for the 9th edition of the  National Youth Games , tagged  “Asaba 2025” . Before their departure from the  Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan , the Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports,  Honourable Wasilat Adegoke , charged the athletes to remain focused, determined, and committed to making the state proud. She urged the contingent to go for  gold medals , stressing that the government and people of Oyo State are fully behind them. The Commissioner assured the athletes of the state’s continuous support and encouraged them to stay positive and uphold the spirit of excellence and sportsmanship throughout the competition. Hon. Adegoke further prayed for their safe trip, wishing them  journey mercies  as they headed to Delta State, and expressed confidence that Team Oyo will return with an impressi...

The  Umuahia Township Stadium , home ground of  Abia Warriors FC , has been declared  unfit  and below acceptable television broadcast standards due to poor maintenance of its playing surface. Following a recent inspection, the stadium was found lacking in several key areas, including: A properly maintained playing surface suitable for top-flight football. Standard floodlighting required for evening fixtures and broadcast quality. Adequate, modern dressing room facilities for players and officials. The  Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)  has directed Abia Warriors to take  immediate corrective measures  to upgrade the facility. Failure to comply could see the club forced to relocate its home matches to an alternative ground that meets NPFL regulations. The league body emphasized that all clubs must adhere to strict infrastructural standards to ensure a professional playing environment and deliver quality broadcast experiences for fans followi...

Kano Pillars Football Club have officially unveiled their  home and away kits  for the upcoming  2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season . The unveiling took place ahead of the new campaign which kicks off on  Friday, August 22, 2025 , with Sai Masu Gida set to open their season away against  Abia Warriors . The new kits reflect the club’s traditional identity while introducing fresh design elements aimed at igniting pride among players and fans as Pillars prepare for another challenging NPFL campaign.

Says Players’ Success Is Club’s Glory & Career Boost Enyimba Football Club Chairman and Nigerian football legend,  Ambassador Nwankwo Kanu , has challenged his newly assembled squad to “go all out for the league trophy” as the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season kicks off. The 1996 Atlanta Olympic gold medal-winning captain issued the rallying call during the People’s Elephant’s final build-up session ahead of Sunday’s curtain-raiser against Barau FC in Kano. Kanu, who famously guided Nigeria to one of its greatest global football triumphs, urged the players to turn their hard work and renewed structure into championship success. After a second-place finish two seasons ago and a sixth-place slip last term, the iconic striker made it clear that his administration is firmly focused on reclaiming the league crown. “We have revamped this team for one purpose – to win,” Kanu declared. “Enyimba must always aim for glory. Every player, new or old, has to give their b...

PUBLIC DISCLAIMER The attention of the  Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)  has been drawn to a fraudulent online advertisement being circulated via the fake email address:  npflnews.aquavisioninc@gmail.com , and shared across social media and other digital platforms. The publication falsely claims to be a recruitment notice for photographers on behalf of the NPFL. The NPFL wishes to state clearly and unequivocally that: The said advertisement  did not originate from the NPFL . The NPFL has  not authorized any individual, group, or organization  to conduct recruitment of photographers, staff, or contractors on its behalf through the referenced email address or any unofficial channel. The email address and all contact details contained in the publication are  fraudulent  and have  no connection whatsoever  with the NPFL. This is a  deliberate case of impersonation and misrepresentation  intended to mislead unsuspecting membe...

Former Super Eagles striker and 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champion,  Brown Ideye , has officially hung up his boots, drawing the curtain on an illustrious career that spanned close to two decades across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Ideye, who last played for  Enyimba International FC , joined the People’s Elephant last season from Al-Yarmouk Sporting Club of Kuwait. He made 10 appearances for the Aba giants, scoring four goals before calling time on his playing journey. The forward’s finest years came during his spell at  Dynamo Kyiv  between 2011 and 2014, where he scored 34 goals in 74 appearances, earning a big-money move to the English Premier League with  West Bromwich Albion  in 2014. He later became a cult hero at  Olympiacos , firing in 23 goals in 43 appearances between 2015 and 2017, helping the Greek giants to domestic league and cup titles. Ideye’s career path also took him to clubs in  China, Spain, Turkey, and Kuwait , where he...

  Press Release 445 ATHLETES AND OFFICIALS FROM OYO WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE 9TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES Three hundred and twenty athletes and one hundred and twenty-five officials from Oyo State will participate in the 9th National Youth Games, tagged “Asaba 2025,” organized by the National Sports Commission, Abuja. The Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Alhaja Wasilat Adegoke, dropped this hint today in Ibadan. According to the Commissioner, the multi-sport national competition involving the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, is scheduled to take place from August 26 to September 8, 2025. She disclosed further that the competition schedule revealed that thirty-eight (38) sports will be competed for at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, and other designated centers within the state. Alhaja Wasilat Adegoke stated further that: “in compliance with the rules and regulations put in place to ensure that the standard of the game is not compromised. All the und...

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially approved Bayelsa State’s bid to host the 2028 edition of the National Sports Festival (NSF). The announcement was made on Tuesday by the NSC Director-General, Chief Bukola Olopade, during a courtesy visit to the Bayelsa State Government House in Yenagoa. Olopade, who led a high-powered delegation, included notable figures such as Chief Solomon Ogba, Vice President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee and former Athletics Federation of Nigeria President; Olympian and former Nigerian long jump record holder, Yusuf Alli; Director of National Sports Festival, Mrs. Oparah Thecla; and Sports Medicine Consultant, Dr. Oyudo Paul. The delegation inspected sporting and security facilities before confirming Bayelsa as host. According to Olopade, the state’s infrastructure stood out as “more ready today than some of the next immediate hosts.” “The facilities on ground are amazing. From security to medical infrastructure, wrestling gyms, table tennis ...

Press Release OYO STATE SPORTS COUNCIL  TEAM OYO SHINES AT SOUTHWEST ZONAL ELIMINATION GAMES: First in Five Ball Games, Second in Three, and Overall Second Place Finish National Sports Commission, Abuja organized. the Southwest Zonal Elimination Games for ball sports, in preparation for the National Youth Games (U-15) scheduled for Asaba, Delta State, from August 26 to September 6, 2025,  which came to a successful conclusion yesterday, 18th of August, 2025 in Ibadan. The competition, hosted by the Oyo State Government, was  held at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan and the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Liberty Road, Ibadan, with Team Oyo delivering an outstanding performance that earned them first place in five ball games, second place in three, and an overall second position among the six participating states.   The.  exhilarated  Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Alhaja Wasilat Adegoke, expressed delight at the impressive ...

Enyimba International FC  has confirmed the exit of  22 players  from its squad as part of a major restructuring ahead of the  2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)  season. In an official statement, the  People’s Elephant  thanked the departing players for their contributions and wished them well in their future careers. Players Released: Imo Prince Ikemdinachi, Musa Usman Babalolo, Innocent Gabriel, Nelson Michael, Alade Muyiwa Balogun, Nnachi Chidiebere, Chisom Ejio, Junior Lokosa, Fatai Abdullahi, Imo Obot Udo, Umeh Gozie, Olufemi Opeoluwa, Somiari Orinate Alalibo, Chidera Eze, Ukadiike Chiemerie Divine, Augustine Onyemaechi, Gideon Peter, Tobias Orkuma, Leonard Obinna, Brown Ideye, Ani Ozoemena, and Elijah Akanni. Players Loaned Out: Obichere Wisdom Odinaka → Kun Khalifat FC Purpose Ahubaraezemma → Kun Khalifat FC Samuel Buah Nuako → Kun Khalifat FC Enyimba will kick off their NPFL campaign on  August 22  with an away fixture ag...

The  Southwest Zonal Elimination  for U-15 ball games, ahead of the upcoming  National Youth Games  in Asaba (August 26 – September 6, 2025), continued on Day 2 at the  Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan . The competition is organized by the  National Sports Commission  and hosted by the  Oyo State Government . Football Male Team Oyo defeated Team Ekiti 4–1 in the second leg, following up on their 3–0 win from Day 1. In the final, Oyo edged Team Lagos 1–0 to claim  first place , with Lagos finishing second. Ekiti 1–4 Oyo Osun 3–0 Ogun (walkover) Final: Oyo 1–0 Lagos Female Team Oyo fell short against Lagos in both legs, losing 4–0 yesterday and by the same scoreline today, missing out on qualification for the National Youth Games. Ogun 1–0 Ekiti Lagos 4–0 Oyo Abula Male Team Oyo lost a close contest to Ondo (2–1), before falling 2–0 to Ogun, which ended their qualification hopes. Ondo 2–1 Oyo Ogun 2–0 Ondo Oyo 0–2 Ogun Handball ...

Press Release  OYO STATE GOVERNMENT HOST 2025 ZONAL ELIMINATION FOR BALL GAMES As part of the preparation for the forthcoming National Youth Games, the National Sports Commission has organized the Zonal Elimination Competition for ball games in the South Western State of Nigeria, which will commence tomorrow, Saturday, August 16th, 2025, at 8:00 AM. The Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable, Alhaja Wasilat Adegoke, dropped this hint today in Ibadan. The Commissioner disclosed further that the multi-sport Zonal Elimination Competition will hold for three consecutive days at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan, and the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Oke Ado, Ibadan, respectively. She stated further that the ball games that will be competed for include Football, Basketball, Handball, Softball, Baseball, Cricket, Abula, Volleyball, Hockey, Rugby and Beach Volleyball, adding that the athletes will be screened to ensure that they adhere strictly to the rules ...

The 2025 AfroBasket Group B is about to witness its biggest showdown yet as Nigeria’s D’Tigers face Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions on Sunday afternoon in Luanda.  Both teams arrive at this decisive clash unbeaten after two group games each, with Nigeria topping the table on points difference. The stakes could not be higher, as a victory for either side secures an automatic quarterfinal ticket, while the loser will be forced to take the longer route through the playoffs. Nigeria opened their campaign with authority, dispatching Madagascar 77-59 with swag and poise. Caleb Agada’s brilliance shone through as the D’Tigers turned a slim halftime lead into a dominant second-half display.  They followed up that performance with an emphatic 87-66 win over Tunisia, ending the defending champions’ hopes of a clean sweep in Group B. Josh Okogie’s performance (33 points) in that game not only energized the squad but also signaled that Nigeria may be peaking at the right time. With depth acr...

Oyo State and Nigerian weightlifter,  Osijo Mary , has emerged as the new  Athletes’ Representative  in the Weightlifting Federation following the national elections held today,  August 16, 2025 , in Abuja. The Commonwealth Games medalist expressed her joy after being voted into the role, describing the victory as a deeply meaningful milestone in her career. She dedicated the success to her parents, acknowledging their unwavering support. “Dad, Mum, I show my immense love and thankfulness for your countless affection towards me. As long as I am with you, I feel enormous positive power. Your encouragement and inspiration made me what I am today,” she said. Osijo has been one of the country’s standout lifters, winning  three gold medals for Oyo State  at the  2024 National Sports Festival in Ogun . Her election marks another achievement in a career defined by resilience, excellence, and gratitude. Congratulations to Osijo Mary! Credit: Fakorede Ayobami

The Southwest Zonal Elimination for multiple ball games, in preparation for the upcoming National Youth Games, kicked off today in Ibadan.  The competition, organized by the National Sports Commission and hosted by the Oyo State Government, is being staged at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, and the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Liberty Road. Day 1 Results (at Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba): Football Male: Team Lagos 1–0 Team Osun; Team Oyo 3–0 Team Ekiti; Team Lagos 3–0 Team Ogun Female: Team Ekiti 0–7 Team Ogun; Team Oyo 0–4 Team Lagos Volleyball Male: Team Oyo 2–0 Team Osun; Team Lagos 2–0 Team Ogun; Team Oyo 2–0 Team Lagos Female: Team Oyo 1–2 Team Lagos Abula Female: Team Ogun 0–2 Team Oyo; Team Lagos 2–0 Team Ogun; Team Oyo 2–0 Team Lagos Handball Female: Team Ekiti 10–11 Team Lagos; Team Ondo 18–5 Team Oyo; Team Osun 10–18 Team Ekiti  Male: Team Oyo 15–16 Team Ogun The opening day saw brilliant performances across all categories, with states showcasin...