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NPFL Match Day 2: Lobi Stars Eye Three Points Against Sunshine Stars In Lafia

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3 years ago

October 7, 2023

Joel Ajayi

As all is set for the fight of stars in the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) when Lobi Stars Football Club of Makurdi will host Sunshine Stars of Akure on Sunday, at Lafia Township Stadium, Nasarawa State, the Food Basket of Nation-state club is optimistic of 3 points against Akure Gunners.

Lobi Stars FC in match day 1 plucked a point in Owerri against Heartland Pride of Benue and their eyes on 3 points in the premier league rivalry in an important tie on Sunday.

The lads during the week’s intensified preparation have been working under the guidance of the technical crew both physically and tactically to sort out the grey areas to bring entertainment to the home fans who will be trooping in numbers to cheer their darling team tomorrow by 4 pm.

It will be recalled that both teams met on three occasions during the just concluded NPFL 2023 abridged league season, Lobi Stars Won 1 once while the Akure-based side won twice on Head to Head.

However, Lobi star will parade Stars like Adebayo Waheed, the enterprising winger who opened his account for the “ShoeGetsSize” boys in the new season and will contribute his quota when called upon.

While Francis Odinaka who scored the second goal, limped off the pitch due to a nock in Owerri and was seen working hard on the pitch, the utility player will add his wealth of experience in the middle to dislodge his visitors when called upon.

As Moses Tsehuan who has shown solidity in the defense line, will surely give his all to curtail the visitor’s onslaught.

The visitors will no doubt have a game plan, after securing maximum points on matchday1 against Kano Pillars, they will be inspired by the result approaching the tie in Lafia.

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As for Akure boys, the Players to watch include; Taiwo Abdurafiu, the left-back who switched his services from Bayelsa United to the Akure-based side, and is likely to be named on the starting lineup.

Emmanuel Oge who scored the only goal against Kano Pillars traveled with the team as well as Duke Osemaga, the former Lobi Stars midfielder who switched from Akwa United, will likely partner Mafeng Pam in the middle of the pack.

Meanwhile, the host club is anticipating having a beautiful tie that will bring out a positive result at the final whistle, come Sunday.

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PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon Splashes Big Prize Money Ahead Of 14 November 2026 Race

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12 hours ago

October 25, 2026

The Gleamer

Top Three Elite Finishers To Earn $8,000, $6,000 And $5,000 Respectively

The organisers of the highly anticipated PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon have announced an attractive prize package for athletes across every category ahead of the race on 14 November 2026 in Abuja.

The prize announcement has been welcomed by athletes and coaches, as the event continues to establish itself as one of the leading road races in Nigeria. The race offers local athletes the chance to compete against international runners in front of a home crowd, while also earning meaningful rewards.

In the elite category, first place earns $8,000, second place takes $6,000, third place gets $5,000, fourth place receives $4,000, fifth place goes home with $3,000, sixth place earns $2,000, seventh place takes $1,000, and eighth place gets $500.

In the Nigerian category, first place earns ₦2,000,000, second place takes ₦1,500,000, third place gets ₦1,000,000, fourth place receives ₦500,000, fifth place goes home with ₦300,000, sixth place earns ₦200,000, seventh place takes ₦100,000, and eighth place gets ₦50,000.

According to the organisers, the prize structure reflects the commitment of PremiumTrust Bank to the growth of athletics in Nigeria and to the encouragement of home based athletes. The separate Nigerian category ensures that local runners are properly recognised and rewarded for their performance.

The half marathon, which covers 21 kilometres, remains an important event for long distance runners. It serves as a test of endurance and preparation, and it provides a competitive platform for athletes building towards major national and international competitions.

The race is expected to draw elite athletes, club runners, corporate teams, fitness enthusiasts and supporters from across Nigeria and beyond. The turnout is expected to be high, given the interest already shown since registration opened.

Organisers have advised interested runners to register early through the official registration portal of the race to secure their participation, as arrangements are being put in place for timing, security, medical support and traffic management on race day.

The prize money is now confirmed, attention will shift to the athletes as they complete their final weeks of training and preparations ahead of the race day.

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