Sports

Iganmu FC Sacks First Team Coaches

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4 years ago

July 5, 2022

By Akeem Busari
The management of Lagos based NLO side, Iganmu FC have announced that it has relieved its head coach Jagnor Adebogun and assistant coach Babatunde John of their duties as coaches of the team.

In a press statement released by the management it gave reasons for the decision taken July 2, 2022, to include poor performances and failure of the duo to meet the club’s set standards. It also stated that the coaches failed in regards to player’s development and general team performances.

Consequently, the management has tasked the head of its Under-16 team, Alade Kabiru to take charge of the team till the head of the present season.

The management of the team, however, while wishing the sacked duo best of luck in their future endeavour, also thanked them for their integrity, dedication and efforts they put into the team, so far

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NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Wins Sports Administrator of the Year at New Telegraph Awards

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1 day ago

February 13, 2026

The Gleamer

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has been honoured with the prestigious Sports Administrator of the Year award at the New Telegraph Awards, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to sports development in Nigeria.

The award, which took place on Friday, celebrated Olopade’s transformative leadership, administrative excellence and longstanding commitment to building sustainable sports structures across the country.

A seasoned sports administrator, Olopade has served twice as Commissioner for Sports in Ogun State, where he spearheaded progressive reforms and talent development initiatives. His leadership footprint also spans multiple strategic roles within Nigeria’s sports ecosystem.

He is a former President of the Nigeria Wheelchair Basketball Federation, where he championed inclusivity and the advancement of para-sports.

He also served as Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria National League (NNL), strengthening operational efficiency and league management structures.

In the private sector, Hon. Olopade was Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, playing a key role in delivering internationally recognised sporting events and elevating Nigeria’s profile in global road racing.

Under his current role at the National Sports Commission, in conjunction with the chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, Nigerian sports has witnessed renewed hope, improved coordination and enhanced stakeholder confidence.

The New Telegraph Award further affirms his impact-driven leadership and dedication to repositioning Nigerian sports on both continental and global stages.

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