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OYSSC, NDLEA Zone 9 Unite to Commemorate 2026 World Drug Day with Athletes' Sensitisation Programme The Oyo State Sports Council (OYSSC), in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Zone 9, commemorated the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with a comprehensive drug awareness and sensitisation programme held at the Main Bowl of the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan. The event, which commenced promptly at 10:00 a.m., brought together athletes, coaches, sports officers, administrative staff, allied personnel, and officials of the NDLEA from Oyo and Osun State Commands.  The programme was organised to educate members of the sporting community on the dangers of drug abuse, promote clean sports, and reinforce the importance of making healthy lifestyle choices. The annual observance, established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1987, seeks to strengthen global cooperation and collective action towards achieving ...

 PRESS RELEASE NIGERIA FOOTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION (NFCA) OYO STATE CHAPTER FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NFCA OYO STATE CHAIRMAN CALLS FOR PEACE, UNITY, AND COLLECTIVE COMMITMENT TO FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT  The Chairman of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association (NFCA), Oyo State Chapter, Coach Adeyemo Ayodeji Charles, has called on all members of the association across the state to embrace peace, unity, and selflessness in the interest of genuine football development in Oyo State. In a message addressed to coaches, elders, councillors, leaders, members of the association, the Grassroots Development Unit, stakeholders, academy owners, and football enthusiasts across the state, the Chairman emphasized that sustainable football development can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace, mutual respect, and cooperation. According to the Chairman, differences in opinions and interests are inevitable in every organization, but such differences must never be allowed to hinder the collective prog...

  OYSSC New General Manager Meets Directors, Sports Officers, Coaches, and Staff The newly appointed General Manager of the Oyo State Sports Council, Mrs. Olubisi Jejelola Adegoke, today held a cordial and interactive meeting with directors, sports officers, coaches, and other staff members of the Council at the Coaching Hall, Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan. Mrs. Adegoke expressed profound gratitude to Almighty God for His faithfulness throughout her career journey, which culminated in her appointment as General Manager of the Council. She commended the dedication, commitment, and hard work of the coaches, sports officers, and athletes, emphasizing her desire to see everyone continue to progress and excel. She noted that her administration is committed to ensuring that the Oyo State Sports Council attains greater heights and records outstanding achievements. Mrs. Adegoke urged all staff members to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in th...