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Awoniyi Hosts Africa Most Celebrated Football Agent, Makanjuola Nureni On Boxing Day
Joel Ajayi
Nothingham Forest and Super Eagles striker, Taiwo Awoniyi on Boxing Day hosted Africa Most Celebrated Football Agent, Makanjuola Nureni in his UK home
MK as he is fondly called by his admirers, during his UK holiday trip honoured Taiwo Awoniyi invitation in the early hours of Thursday, 26th December, 2026.
President of Water FC, Abuja, extended his warmest wishes and heartfelt prayers to the gifted forward.
Makanjuola, often referred to as MK, described his visit to Awoniyi’s impressive residence as unforgettable.
“I thought it would be a wonderful gesture to come and greet Taiwo Awoniyi and wish him a Merry Christmas,” Nureni Makanjuola stated.
“Typically, I celebrate Christmas in Abuja with my family, but this year I decided to be in the United Kingdom. I felt it was important to visit Taiwo and his family, who welcomed me warmly.”
It is with a deep sense of responsibility and a heart full of gratitude, that I wish to express my profound gratitude to Taiwo Awoniyi for hosting me on Boxing Day in your UK home.
I have known him for a very long time and I am not surprised that this spirit of generosity has inspired him throughout his life and career.
Water FC has produced many players for the different categories of Nigeria national teams; from Golden Eaglets to Flying Eagles as well as Super Eagles. Well known by top European clubs for managing exceptional players, Makanjuola has involved in players deals with Chelsea and Barcelona among others.
Sports
NSC Hails Nigerian Badminton Team as Eniola Bolaji Strikes Gold, Men’s Doubles Team Secures Bronze in Spanish International Tourney
Joel Ajayi
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigerian contingent at the 2025 Spanish Parabadminton International, after another impressive outing that saw the team secure a gold and a bronze medal in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday.
Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji continued her dominance, winning her second gold medal in two weeks with a commanding 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) victory over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in the women’s SL3 final. Bolaji had won gold a week earlier at the Spanish International in Victoria, Spain.
In the men’s SL4 doubles event, Nnana Jeremiah and Eze Chukwuebuka delivered a strong performance, battling their way to a well-deserved bronze medal.
NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, commended the athletes for making Nigeria proud and praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, led by Francis Orbih, for ensuring the team’s optimal performance on the international stage.
“These athletes have once again showcased the resilience and talent that define Nigerian sports. Their success is a lucid indication of their hard work and the strategic leadership we demand from the Badminton Federation and other sports federations. We are proud of them and remain committed to supporting their journey to greater heights,” Dikko said.
Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, emphasized that the achievements align with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of strengthening grassroots sports while ensuring Nigeria competes favorably on the global stage.
“As part of our mandate under President Tinubu’s administration, we are committed to developing talent from the grassroots and supporting our elite athletes to bring home international laurels. The NSC will continue to back the strategic vision of sports federations as we work towards building a strong and sustainable sports ecosystem,” Olopade stated.
Since the National Sports Commission leadership took office, Nigerian contingents have continued to impress internationally including international successes in cricket and basketball recorded thus far. The NSC leadership stated that no stone will be left unturned until Nigerian sports reaches its full potentials.
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