BFC Daugavpils Secure Yakubu in Season-Long Loan Deal from Slovan Liberec

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9 months ago

February 9, 2026

Latvian top-flight side BFC Daugavpils have completed the signing of Nigerian forward Joel Yakubu on loan from Czech club Slovan Liberec until the end of the current season.

The 20-year-old attacker joins the Virslīga outfit in search of regular first-team football and valuable top-level experience as he continues his development in European football.

Slovan Liberec approved the loan move as part of a clear development plan aimed at giving the young forward more consistent playing time in a competitive league environment.

Club officials believe the move will help Yakubu sharpen his match fitness, confidence and overall game exposure at the senior level.

Yakubu, who marked his 20th birthday just last week, is understood to be highly motivated and eager to make an immediate impact with his new club.

The Nigerian forward is now expected to link up with his new teammates at BFC Daugavpils, where he will be looking to prove himself and push for a breakthrough season in Latvia’s top division.

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Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman

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11 hours ago

November 12, 2026

The Gleamer

The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Association (NVRA) has congratulated Tolu Oguntimehin on his election as Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter.

NVRA described his emergence as an opportunity to strengthen sports journalism and advance the welfare of members.

Oguntimehin emerged victorious at the FCT SWAN elective congress held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, defeating his challenger, Raphael Ekpang, by 88 votes to four.

In a congratulatory message, the Chairman of Nigeria Volleyball Reporters, Alhaji Ganiyu Oloyede described the election outcome as a testament to the confidence reposed in Oguntimehin by members of the association.

Oloyede expressed optimism that the new chairman would bring purposeful leadership, inclusiveness and renewed commitment to the development of sports journalism in the FCT.

He stressed that the responsibility of leading the association goes beyond occupying an office.

Oloyede noted that the new administration must prioritise members’ welfare, professional development, unity and the protection of their collective interests.

The NVR chairman also challenged the incoming leadership to create an enabling environment where sports journalists can thrive professionally, gain greater access to sporting events and contribute meaningfully to the growth of Nigerian sports.

He particularly welcomed Oguntimehin’s commitment to establishing a ₦200 million financial base for the association, describing the proposed initiative as an ambitious step towards building a financially stronger and more sustainable SWAN FCT.

Oloyede further emphasised the importance of collaboration among sports journalists, sports federations, government institutions and other stakeholders, maintaining that stronger partnerships would create more opportunities for members and improve the quality of sports reporting.

He urged the new executive to embrace transparency, accountability and open communication while ensuring that every member feels represented in the administration.

The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters reaffirmed its readiness to work with the new SWAN FCT leadership in promoting sports journalism, strengthening professional relationships and projecting Nigerian sports positively.

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