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AUSC Region 2 Signs Partnership Agreement with ASKY Airlines as Official Airline Partner for the 2026 AUSC Region 2 Games in Gambia.
The African Union Sports Council Region 2 (AUSC Region 2) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership agreement with ASKY Airlines, designating the airline as the Official
Airline Partner for the upcoming AUSC Region 2 Games 2026 scheduled to take place in Banjul, The Gambia, from 7–13 June 2026.
The collaboration between the leadership of AUSC Region 2 and ASKY Airlines, represents a significant step in strengthening collaboration between the sports sector and the aviation industry in West Africa. Through this partnership, ASKY Airlines will provide travel support and logistical assistance to participating teams, officials, and stakeholders attending the regional sporting event.
The AUSC Region 2 Games serve as a premier multi-sport event bringing together athletes from member states across West Africa to promote youth development, regional integration, and sporting excellence. The partnership with ASKY Airlines will greatly enhance the efficient movement of athletes and delegations across the region, ensuring the successful delivery of the Games.
Speaking on the partnership, Chair for AUSC Region 2 Conference of Malam Shehu Dikko, highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships in delivering world-class regional sporting events.
The organization noted that ASKY Airlines’ extensive network across Africa
makes it an ideal partner in facilitating travel and strengthening connectivity among participating nations.
“This partnership with ASKY Airlines represents a major milestone in our preparations for the AUSC Region 2 Games. Reliable air connectivity is essential for the successful hosting of a regional event of this magnitude. We are delighted to welcome ASKY Airlines as the Official Airline Partner for the Games in The Gambia.”
The management of ASKY Airlines also expressed pride in supporting the development of sports in the region and contributing to an event that promotes unity, youth empowerment, and regional cooperation.
The AUSC Region 2 Games will bring together athletes, officials, and sports enthusiasts from across West Africa in a week-long celebration of sport, culture, and friendship. The Games are expected to showcase emerging athletic talent while strengthening the bonds of solidarity among participating countries.
The Chair for AUSC Region 2 Committee of Experts and Director General National Sports Commission Nigeria – Hon Adebukola Olopade, extended the appreciation of AUSC to ASKY Airlines for its commitment to supporting sports development and regional integration through this partnership.
Further announcements regarding sponsorships, participating countries, and the competition schedule will be released in the coming weeks.
The African Union Sports Council Region 2 is the regional body responsible for coordinating and promoting sports development among West African countries. The organization works to strengthen regional cooperation through sport, youth development initiatives, and international sporting events.
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From Boardroom To Battlefield: Corporate Giants Trade Deals For Goals As Third Edition Of Corporate Stars League Kicks Off
Joel Ajayi
Ten corporate giants are preparing to swap boardroom meetings, spreadsheets and strategy decks for football boots, tactical battles and bragging rights as the Corporate Stars League returns with a promise of fierce competition, corporate networking and business deals that could extend beyond the touchline.
For five weekends, beginning Saturday, October 24, 2026, participating organisations will battle for supremacy on the pitch, where boardroom influence counts for little without teamwork, skill, determination and the ability to find the back of the net.
This year, new contenders have thrown their hats into the ring, hoping to dethrone defending champions Norrenberger and prevent them from making it back-to-back titles.
But Norrenberger are not surrendering their crown without a fight. Their representative, Victor Olamide Mattews, insists the champions are ready to defend their title, warning challengers that stopping them will be no easy task.
The company’s ambition to simplify wealth creation and champion inclusive financial solutions appears to extend beyond the financial market, with the champions eager to establish their dominance on the football pitch as well.
Telecommunications giant MTN, whose slogan is “Everywhere You Go,” will also be looking to make a stronger impression after falling short last season. Their representative, Abubakar Bako says the team is returning with renewed determination, hoping to improve its performance and ensure that this time, its presence is felt across the competition.
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) is also taking its reach beyond financial statements and revenue collection to test its strength on the pitch. But whether its reform-driven approach can translate into football success remains another ball game entirely.
Meanwhile, the representative of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (PI-CNG & EV), David Idakwo, says although this is the organisation’s first appearance in the competition, the team is ready to learn and challenge established conventions.
Similarly, Hassan Haruna of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) says the organisation hopes to translate its financial discipline into tactical precision, sound decision-making and a winning performance on the pitch.
Then comes Beer and Barn, ready to bring its own flavour to the contest. Beyond the football, the hospitality brand offers grilled pub meals, shawarma, live-band performances and energetic DJ nights. Its representatives will hope to make their presence felt on the pitch as much as they do in the entertainment and hospitality scene.
However, the competition is not just about goals, celebrations and corporate bragging rights. With the Nigeria Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), the Pension Commission (PenCom) and Jaiz Bank also among the participating organisations, the banter is already gathering momentum.
From playful jibes about power supply and infrastructure to pension benefits, investment decisions and corporate expansion, the pre-tournament exchanges have added another layer of excitement to a competition where professional rivalries will temporarily give way to football banter.
But when the whistle blows, the real talking will have to be done with the ball. Every misplaced pass, missed chance and defensive lapse could prove costly, while a moment of brilliance could separate champions from challengers.
Speaking after the draws and unveiling of the teams, 5Stars Operations Manager, Misal Dikko, said this year’s edition promises a higher level of competition, with more participating teams and increased expectations from corporate management.
“We are going to have an interesting competition, especially with the number of participating teams and the level of expectations from management. They have shown they are ready to put their money where their mouth is by supporting their teams with all the necessary logistics,” Dikko said.
With ten corporate teams preparing to battle over five weekends, the Corporate Stars League promises more than football. It is a meeting point for competition, camaraderie, networking and business opportunities.
For the defending champions, the mission is to protect their crown. For the challengers, it is a chance to rewrite the story. And for every team, the ultimate objective is clear: turn corporate ambition into football glory.
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