Sports
Europe Beckons for In-Form Nigerian Forward Seun Komolafe
Joel Ajayi
Nigerian striker Seun Komolafe is attracting growing interest from several European clubs, thanks to his impressive goal-scoring form and consistent performances for Khujand FC in the Tajikistani League.
Standing at 6 feet 3 inches, Komolafe is known for his powerful presence in the 18-yard box and his sharp eye for goal.
His talent has taken him across various countries, building a career that spans multiple continents.
Komolafe began his professional journey in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), featuring for Akwa United and Nasarawa United.
His exceptional potential soon earned him a move to SV Kapfenberg, a top-division club in Austria, where he showcased his abilities on the European stage.
His career later took him to clubs in Uzbekistan and Scotland, where he left his mark in the Scottish Championship.
Also, he played for KF Egnatia in Albania and CTG Abahani in Bangladesh, continuing to build a solid reputation as a reliable center-forward.
Currently shining for Khujand FC, Komolafe has already scored six goals in eleven appearances this season.
The impressive performances have infeed earned him multiple Player of the Week and Player of the Month awards, and he’s widely regarded as a fan favorite.
Nicknamed the “Commander-in-Goal,” Komolafe brings more than just goals — his leadership and positive mindset consistently boost team morale and competitiveness. Coaches across Africa and Europe who have worked with him often praise his professionalism and work ethic.
While Khujand FC hopes to retain the prolific striker, growing interest from European teams suggests a move could be imminent. As the season progresses, all eyes remain on Komolafe, whose next destination could be among Europe’s elite leagues.
Sports
PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon Earns World Athletics Label
Nigeria’s foremost Sports Company, Nilayo Sports Management Limited (NSML) has announced the second edition of the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon, set to light up Nigeria’s capital city on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
With the theme “Steady Strides,” this year’s race captures the measured rhythm and determined pace that define world-class long-distance running, a reflection of the steady progress and ambitious vision shaping the marathon’s evolution into a global platinum-labelled event.
In a historic milestone for Nigerian sports, the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon has been officially awarded the prestigious World Athletics Label for its second edition, a distinction achieved in record time. This remarkable feat makes it the first marathon globally to earn the label so swiftly, underscoring both the organizational excellence of NSML and the dynamic rise of PremiumTrust Bank, currently celebrated as Nigeria’s fastest-growing commercial bank.
The 2025 edition is expected to attract elite international athletes, top local runners, and marathon enthusiasts from around the world, alongside officials from World Athletics who will oversee the competition.
Speaking on the announcement, Managing Director of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Yetunde Olopade, expressed excitement about the unique partnership with PremiumTrust Bank.
“This second edition is fundamentally unique because it represents the first-ever true super-partnership on such a dynamic sports property in our nation and arguably, globally. PremiumTrust Bank is not just a sponsor but the sole partner anchoring the establishment, organization, and consolidation of a global marathon in Nigeria’s capital city.
” We are proud and grateful for the bank’s visionary leadership, which not only recognized the immense potential of the first edition but is now single-handedly driving the race toward international acclaim.”
Managing Director of PremiumTrust Bank, Dr. Emmanuel Efe Emefienim (CON) emphasized the shared values underpinning the partnership.
“PremiumTrust Bank is built on the philosophy of rapid, impactful, and sustainable growth, and the theme of this year’s marathon perfectly reflects our operational ethos.”
“Attaining World Athletics Label status in just the second year validates that our investment is yielding world-class outcomes. We are deeply proud to be the sole partner building this monumental legacy, reinforcing our commitment to sports development, community wellbeing, excellence, and platforms where champions are made.”
The PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon 2025 promises to be a spectacular celebration of endurance, athleticism, and community spirit, further strengthening Abuja’s status on the global racing calendar.
Registration for participants is currently open as it promises to be another marathon spectacle on the 6th of December 2025.
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