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Love And Legacy: Igoche Mark Joins Oyedji And Diogu Families Mourn Loved Ones
Joel Ajayi
The basketball community in Nigeria is mourning, following the passing of Madam Felicia Oyedeji, mother of Olumide Oyedeji, and Dr. Edward Chiedoze Diogu, father of Ike Diogu, both former captains of the Nigerian national basketball team, the D’ Tigers.
Igoche Mark, initiator of the Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Oyedeji and Diogu families.
In a statement, Mark acknowledged the fragility of life, emphasizing the importance of legacy: “A poignant reminder of life’s fragility and love’s enduring power marked the passing of Madam Felicia Oyedeji and Dr. Edward Chiedoze Diogu, beloved parents of sports icons Olumide Oyedeji and Ike Diogu.”
He praised the deceased, saying: “Madam Oyedeji, a beacon of faith and love, lived a life devoted to her family. Her legacy as a devout Christian, respected businesswoman, and loving matriarch inspires generations. Dr. Diogu, a revered community figure, instilled values and discipline that shaped Ike’s remarkable basketball career.”
Mark prayed for the grieving families, saying: “May God grant you strength, comfort, and peace. May memories of your loved ones bring joy, solace, and inspiration.”
He added: “The passing of these remarkable individuals reminds us of the power of love, faith, and legacy. May their souls rest in peace.”
Sports
Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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