Sports
NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Felicitates with Muslim Faithfuls on Eid-el-Fitr
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithfuls across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
In his goodwill message, Olopade commended the dedication, discipline, and devotion demonstrated by Muslims throughout the month of fasting and prayer.
He emphasized the importance of reflecting on the values of compassion, unity, and generosity that the season promotes.
“As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, I encourage all Nigerians to embrace the spirit of peace, love, and tolerance,” Olopade said.
“The values of sacrifice and compassion that Ramadan teaches should continue to guide our actions, fostering harmony and unity in our society.”
The NSC DG also acknowledged the role of sports in promoting unity and inclusivity, highlighting its power to bring people from diverse backgrounds together.
He called on citizens to remain committed to fostering peaceful coexistence and supporting initiatives that promote national development.
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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