Sports
Expect a Fantastic Game and Fun-Filled Football Saturday, Say Barca and African Legends
Joel Ajayi
Football fans are in for a treat this Saturday at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja, as the Barca Legends take on the African Legends in the much-anticipated Battle of the Legends — a thrilling encounter organized by the ATOM Foundation.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of the event, Barca Legends captain Gaizka Mendieta promised fans an exciting and entertaining display of football.
“We are looking forward to a fantastic game. It’s always special to be back on the pitch, especially playing in front of passionate Nigerian fans,” Mendieta said.
On his part, Dele Aiyenugba, representing the African Legends, assured that his team is ready for the challenge. “We’re here to have fun and give the fans something to remember. It’s going to be a great day of football and camaraderie,” he stated.
The Battle of the Legends, now in its second edition, is not just about football but also about impact.
The ATOM Foundation has dedicated this year’s edition to promoting its social cause — “Keep Her Learning”, an initiative focused on menstrual health education and hygiene for the girl child.
Speaking on behalf of ATOM, Dr. Zainab Mohammed, a medical consultant, highlighted the Foundation’s goal of reaching 20,000 schoolgirls aged 10 to 18 with menstrual health education and free sanitary products.
“Many girls in rural areas suffer from period poverty, lacking access to sanitary materials and clean water. This leads to stigma and missed school days. Our mission is to ensure that no girl misses school or feels ashamed because of her menstruation,” she explained.
Dr. Mohammed added that the Foundation will identify 50 public schools in underserved communities, provide sanitary kits, and train teachers and community health workers to support menstrual hygiene management. The project will also establish “Keep Her Learning” clubs in schools, creating safe spaces for girls to access support and information.
Saturday’s game will not only bring together football greats from Europe and Africa but will also unite fans behind a meaningful cause — using the power of sports to uplift and empower the girl child.
With excitement building and legends ready to thrill, Abuja is set for a fantastic football Saturday filled with fun, goals, and purpose.
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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