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NPFL U-17 Humble Mighty Jets FC in a tune-up Match

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8 months ago

July 30, 2024

A goal in each half by Bolaji Akhigbe of Remo Stars and Siefar Jackson of Rivers United, saw the NPFL U-17 side beating Nigeria National League side, Mighty Jets of Jos at the FIFA Goal Project area of the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.

The game which served as one of the tune up matches for the NPFL U-17 Youth League All-Star team in readiness for their summer tour of Spain, also served as a pre-season preparatory game for the Jos based side, who also will be campaigning in the nation’s second tier League.

Despite going ahead via a header from a 25th minute corner kick, Team NPFL dominated play throughout the first half like it was a championship game.

The same approach and style of play was deployed in the second half until the second goal was scored, while a couple of chances begged to be converted.

In his post match reaction, the handler of the team, coach Ken Chukwu of Rivers United FC stated that: “It’s a great privilege to be saddled with such a noble responsibility and we won’t take it for granted.

“I sincerely appreciate the NPFL board for finding us worthy to serve in this capacity.

“Mighty Jets FC is one of the oldest football clubs in the country and I personally respect them, but we told the players our game plan and how to get it executed in order to achieve success, and we came out tops.

“The main objective here is to build a team for the tour and that is what we’re doing, he said.

“We will keep building to get the very best that will give us good representation when the main assignment comes, coach Chukwu concluded.”

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NSC Hails Nigerian Badminton Team as Eniola Bolaji Strikes Gold, Men’s Doubles Team Secures Bronze in Spanish International Tourney

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6 hours ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigerian contingent at the 2025 Spanish Parabadminton International, after another impressive outing that saw the team secure a gold and a bronze medal in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday.

Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji continued her dominance, winning her second gold medal in two weeks with a commanding 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) victory over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in the women’s SL3 final. Bolaji had won gold a week earlier at the Spanish International in Victoria, Spain.

In the men’s SL4 doubles event, Nnana Jeremiah and Eze Chukwuebuka delivered a strong performance, battling their way to a well-deserved bronze medal.

NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, commended the athletes for making Nigeria proud and praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, led by Francis Orbih, for ensuring the team’s optimal performance on the international stage.

“These athletes have once again showcased the resilience and talent that define Nigerian sports. Their success is a lucid indication of their hard work and the strategic leadership we demand from the Badminton Federation and other sports federations. We are proud of them and remain committed to supporting their journey to greater heights,” Dikko said.

Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, emphasized that the achievements align with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of strengthening grassroots sports while ensuring Nigeria competes favorably on the global stage.

“As part of our mandate under President Tinubu’s administration, we are committed to developing talent from the grassroots and supporting our elite athletes to bring home international laurels. The NSC will continue to back the strategic vision of sports federations as we work towards building a strong and sustainable sports ecosystem,” Olopade stated.

Since the National Sports Commission leadership took office, Nigerian contingents have continued to impress internationally including international successes in cricket and basketball recorded thus far. The NSC leadership stated that no stone will be left unturned until Nigerian sports reaches its full potentials.

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