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NNL Announces Winners of February 2025 Monthly ProStar/Sportlight Hub Awards

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2 years ago

April 9, 2025

The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria National League (NNL), Emmanuel Attah , has unveiled the list of recipients for the February 2025 edition of the prestigious ProStar/NNL/Sportlight Hub Monthly Awards.

The awards, which aim to recognize and encourage excellence across various categories in Nigeria’s second-tier football league, will be presented at a ceremony scheduled for April 15, 2025, at the NNL Secretariat in Abuja by 11 a.m.

Below are the winners across the various categories:

Highest Goal Scorer:
Anthony Ndubuisi of Madiba FC, Lagos, claimed the top scorer award for February following his outstanding performance in front of goal.

Best Behaved Team:
First Bank FC, Lagos, was recognized for exemplary discipline and sportsmanship throughout the month.

Best Referee:
Adekoya Warith from the Lagos Referee Council received accolades for his consistent and fair officiating.

Best Goalkeeper:
Lateef Nurudeen of Igbajo FC, Osun State, was celebrated for his remarkable saves and goalkeeping prowess.

Best Coach:
Uzorho Obinna, head coach of Kun Khalifat FC, Imo State, emerged as the coach of the month for his tactical brilliance and leadership.

Most Valuable Player (MVP):
Austin Ajegbeyi of First Bank FC, Lagos, took home the MVP award for his overall impact and influence on the pitch.

Goal of the Month: Energy Kennedy of Godswill Akpabio United FC, Uyo, earned the goal of the month award for his stunning finish.

Attah congratulated all winners and emphasized the league’s commitment to promoting excellence, discipline, and fair play. He encouraged clubs and players to remain focused as the league progresses.

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Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman

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1 day 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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