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National Principal’s Cup Champions, FOSLA Academy Wins Gold Medals In Maltina School Athletic Games Final
By Amaechi Agbo
2021 National Principal’s Cup Champions, Fosla Academy of Karshi, Abuja Thursday proved that the academy is not known only for football prowess.
This is because the academy owned by former Nigeria Football Federation President, Alhaji Sani Lulu Abdullahi on June 10 showed class and dominated the medals table at the 2nd edition of Maltina School Athletic Games in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja.
Known for producing and nurturing exceptionally gifted players and athletes, Fosla Athletes showed superiority in the two week games as they won four events at the zonal playoff before going ahead to claim two gold and a bronze in the state final held at the Old Parade Ground, Area 10, Abuja.
Fosla won two gold medals in 4x100m junior boys and senior girls races.
The academy also took third position in the match pass where they were rewarded with a cash sum of one hundred thousand naira (N100, 000.00) only.
For their efforts, each gold winner in the races were given a phone tablet for their reward.
Fosla Academy, National Principal’s Cup Champions in March 2021 had the following students/athletes for the games; Grace Moses, Sunitha Samuel, Aisha Adegoke and Peace Peter were the senior girls 4x100m race team.
The junior boys team are made up of Benjamin Alfa Muhammad, Usman Oyelade, Michael Patrick and Kasimu Usman.
The state finals brings to an end the tourney which took off at zonal preliminaries last two weeks.
The second edition of the Maltina School Athletic Games was held only in four states representing national finals due to insecurity.
Bauchi, Rivers, Lagos and FCT were the states where the finals took place.
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“Aderonke Atoyebi Wins Big in Denmark, Inspires Global Recognition for Nigerian Women in Sports
Joel Ajayi
Nigeria’s own Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi has brought immense pride to the nation after being named the International Sport and Culture Association (ISCA) Role Model of the Year at a ceremony held in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The biennial ISCA Awards honour individuals and organizations that use sports and physical activity as tools for social change, inclusion, and empowerment across the globe. This year’s edition drew nominations from several countries, spotlighting outstanding figures who have transformed their communities through the power of sports.
Atoyebi’s unwavering commitment to gender equality and youth empowerment has made her a prominent voice in the sports-for-development space. Through her advocacy and leadership, she continues to demonstrate how sports can serve as a bridge for education, unity, and hope—especially among young women in Nigeria and beyond.
As part of the recognition, Atoyebi received a €3,000 cash prize along with the global visibility that accompanies the prestigious ISCA honour.
Speaking shortly after receiving the award, she expressed deep gratitude and excitement, dedicating the recognition to her team and everyone who has supported her journey.
> “This award means a lot to me. It’s a testament to the hard work my team and I have put in over the years,” Atoyebi said. “Being recognised on such an international stage proves that no effort toward positive change ever goes unnoticed. It motivates me to keep pushing boundaries and reaching more girls who need hope and opportunity.”
Atoyebi’s global recognition further strengthens Nigeria’s growing influence in the global dialogue around sports, development, and women’s empowerment. Her story continues to inspire a new generation of African women to believe that with passion, dedication, and purpose, they too can create lasting change.
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