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NOC Lauds Lawal for Winning Three Gold Medals at 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games
The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has congratulated Rafiatu Folashade Lawal for her outstanding performance at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where she won three gold medals in weightlifting.
Lawal’s remarkable feat came during the medal presentation ceremony, where she dominated her category with flawless lifts that showcased her strength, composure, and consistency.
The NOC praised Lawal for bringing pride to the nation and reaffirming Nigeria’s status as a powerhouse in African and international weightlifting.
NOC President, Habu Gumel, described her achievement as a reflection of dedication, discipline, and the result of Nigeria’s ongoing investment in athlete development. He urged other athletes to emulate her spirit and commitment.
Lawal’s triple gold victory adds to her growing list of international honors, further cementing her reputation as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished weightlifters.
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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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