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AFSA, OSMA Partner to Advance Sports Development in Abuja and Beyond

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2 weeks ago

November 13, 2025

Cyril Ogar

The All Federal Capital Territory Sports Association (AFSA) and the Organisation of Military Sports in Africa (OSMA) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at advancing sports development in Abuja and across the African continent.

The President of AFSA, H.R.M. Sir Eze Ifeanyi, led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the OSMA headquarters, where they were received by Major General Maikano Abdullah, President of OSMA.
During the visit, AFSA presented medals and an award to Major General Abdullah and his team in recognition of their outstanding contributions to sports development.

In his remarks, Sir Eze Ifeanyi commended OSMA for its dedication to promoting sports excellence and collaboration. He reaffirmed AFSA’s commitment to discovering and nurturing young sporting talents across the country.

“Talented players across Abuja and Nigeria will be our focused drive in AFSA,” he stated.

Mr. Agbor Clinton, Director General of AFSA, announced that the association will be officially launched in February 2026, describing the event as a milestone that will usher in a new era for sports growth and innovation in the Federal Capital Territory.

Also present at the meeting was Sportfanzone International, an organization dedicated to fan engagement and sports development. The body pledged to collaborate with both OSMA and AFSA to strengthen grassroots sports and promote community participation.

In response, Major General Abdullah welcomed the partnership and reaffirmed OSMA’s readiness to work closely with AFSA and Sportfanzone International.

“We are committed to working closely with AFSA and Sportfanzone International to drive sports development in Abuja and beyond,” he said.

The new alliance is expected to foster talent identification, capacity building, and sustainable sports development initiatives in Abuja and across Africa.

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Team Nigeria Records Best-Ever Performance at Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh

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1 day ago

November 23, 2025

The Gleamer

…Finishes 8th on overall standings, secures Africa’s second best placement

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria finished eighth on the medals table with a total of 30 medals, marking its best-ever performance at the Islamic Solidarity Games, while Turkey emerged at the top of the standings.

This year has been a remarkable success for the National Sports Commission, which has supported more than 40 sports federations in attending international competitions, many of whom have delivered outstanding performances and secured medals – the count includes taekwondo, swimming, cricket, para-powerlifting, para-badminton, among others.

Nigeria’s haul, comprised 11 gold, 12 silver, and 7 bronze, a result that reinforces the National Sports Commission’s (NSC) strategic direction of sending only athletes with strong podium prospects to major international events.

Competing in seven sports, Taekwondo, Boxing, Athletics, Wrestling, Weightlifting, Para-Powerlifting, and Para-Athletics, the team delivered an unprecedented outcome, winning medals in every sports they competed in .

Weightlifting led Nigeria’s medal haul with 6 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze, followed by Athletics, which secured 2 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze. Wrestling added 2 gold and 2 silver, Para-Powerlifting contributed 1 gold, while Boxing and Para-Athletics each earned 1 silver. Taekwondo completed the tally with 1 bronze medal.

Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, praised the team’s exceptional outing, stating:

“It is not a coincidence that Nigeria won medals in every sport we participated in at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games. This achievement reflects the new direction we have taken in sports development. After meeting with our team at the Commission and the Elite and Podium Board led by Yusuf Ali, we made a deliberate decision to bring only podium prospects to Riyadh and today, that decision has paid off.”

He added that the performance in Riyadh sets the standard for future international engagements:

“From Boxing to Taekwondo, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Track and Field and Powerlifting, Nigeria secured medals in every sport we entered. This is the new benchmark at the National Sports Commission, guiding our preparations for upcoming competitions, including the Commonwealth Games and ultimately, the Olympics.”

Officials stated that Team Nigeria’s record-breaking finish in Riyadh marks a defining moment in the country’s sporting evolution and strengthens its position as a rising force in global multi-sport competitions.

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