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Akume, Dikko, Olopade, Gusau Lead Powerhouse Cast for Abuja Veterans Tourney Grand Finale, Saturday 30″
The stage is set, the drums are rolling, and the city of Abuja is bracing itself for a football carnival like no other, as the grand finale of the Abuja Veterans Invitational Tournament takes center stage on Saturday, August 30, 2025, inside the majestic MKO Abiola Stadium, Mainbowl.
From the corridors of power to the heart of Nigerian football, big names will converge — Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; Controller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi; Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko; his Director-General, Hon. Bukola Olopade; President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Gusau; NPFL Chairman, Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye; DG of the National Institute for Sports and former Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Philip Shaibu, and a host of other dignitaries who will turn the arena into a parade of prestige.
But beyond the glamour in the stands, the pitch will tell its own story.
It’s neighbor versus neighbor, Karu against Karu, in a derby dripping with history, pride, and destiny. Debutants, New Karu All Stars, the fairytale side that has defied the odds, now stand one match away from immortality. Yet in their path stand the seasoned warriors, Karu All Stars, determined to prove that legends never fade, they only grow stronger with time.
Will the new blood rise to seize the crown, or will the old guard remind us why experience remains the ultimate teacher?
Earlier, the third-place playoff will see Unity Sports Foundation lock horns with Apo Fitness Club in a battle for pride and podium finish.
And when the dust settles, the tournament will climax with glittering awards of honor — from Most Valuable Player to Best Goalkeeper, Coach of the Tournament, and the Golden Boot for the highest goal scorer.
On Saturday, Abuja won’t just host a match — it will host history. Only one Karu will rise, and the capital city will never forget.
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Lagos International Badminton Classics: Upsets Halt India’s Momentum as Global Stars ShineLagos, Nigeria
The 8th Lagos International Badminton Classics entered its second day in thrilling fashion, with 42 matches across four courts delivering a mix of upsets, drama, and brilliant shot-making at the Teslim Balogun Indoor Sports Hall.
1 Athletes praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) for its warm hospitality and seamless organization, as the tournament continued to attract attention both locally and internationally.After a dominant Day One, India’s momentum slowed on Day Two, particularly in the men’s singles.
Kalagotla (India) advanced with a 21-12, 21-18 victory over Slovakia’s Drata, but elsewhere it was a tough outing for the Indian contingent.
Poland’s world-ranked 165 Kwinta stunned India’s Walter in a tight contest, 21-17, 22-20, while Indonesia’s P. Shujiwo ousted India’s Negi 22-20, 21-17 to book his place in the Round of 16.Nigeria’s challenges also continued. In mixed doubles, the pair of Jovita Chisom and O. Miracle fell to India’s Bhatnagar and Balachandra 21-9, 21-5.
In women’s singles, Nigeria’s O. Obasanmi was beaten in the Round of 16 by India’s Shiagin, ending her run.Other highlights of the day included Korea’s Park GE powering past the Philippines’ Sreejith Parol in the women’s singles Round of 16 to secure a quarterfinal berth, while Japan’s M. Koja upset India’s fifth seed Bharadwaj 21-15, 21-19 in a gripping encounter.
The day’s final blow for India came when Indonesia’s world-ranked 342 Muhammad Yusuf, fresh from his giant-killing act on Day One, defeated S. Dayanand (India) 21-12, 21-15 to cap a difficult outing for the South Asian powerhouse.
With quarterfinal and semifinal spots up for grabs on Day Three, the Lagos International Badminton Classics is building towards a dramatic climax as shuttlers continue their quest for glory in Lagos.
Top Performers – Day Two Highlights*Muhammad Yusuf (Indonesia) – World No. 342 continues giant-killing run, defeats India’s Dayanand.M. Koja (Japan) – Stuns India’s 5th seed Bharadwaj in women’s singles thriller.
Park GE (Korea) – Dominates Philippines’ Parol to secure quarterfinal ticket.Kwinta (Poland, WR 165) – Pulls off upset against India’s Walter in straight sets.P. Shujiwo (Indonesia) – Outlasts India’s Negi to advance to Round of 16.
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