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AFRICAN BEACH GAMES, HAMMAMET 2023: NIGERIA CRUISE TO Q/FINALS OF THE TEQBALL MEN’S SINGLES EVENT

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The duo of Victor Oyemade and Funsho Samson cruised into the Quarter-Finals of the Teqball Men’s Singles event with a 12 – 0, 12 – 0 win over Septime Guenole and Chedrac Alban Ahomadi of Benin Republic and Abdulai Bangura and Christian Lavelie of Sierra Lome 12 – 1, 12 – 3 to top Group C.

Speaking with NIGTEQ media after the game, Funsho re-echoed their commitment to settle for nothing but the qualifications for the World Beach Games and the Gold medals.

“We have said it before and we are saying it again, it is the Gold and qualification to the World Beach Games or nothing”.


Victor Oyemade on the other hand acknowledged that the opponents are not a match for them. “Our opponents so far are learners and did not pose any threat to us at all”, Oyemade stated.

The Mixed Doubles event will start later this afternoon from 3pm local time with Funsho Samson pairing with Rashidat Salau.

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President Tinubu Decries Violence In Rivers, Directs Police To Provide Security To LGA Offices

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Joel Ajayi

President Bola Tinubu has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.

In response to recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election, the President expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state.

He urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.

President Tinubu directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.

While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, he emphasised the need to ensure the security of public institutions.

President Tinubu said government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism.

He stressed that self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy.

According to President Tinubu, the judiciary can settle all political disputes, and the outcome of this election should be no exception.

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