Sports
Orah Bayit Foundation Celebrates Two Years of Raising Champions Through Play and Purpose
The Orah Bayit Foundation is set to commemorate the second anniversary of its flagship initiative, Play & Excel: Raising Success Through Sports, with the theme “From Play to Purpose: Two Years of Raising Champions.”
The celebration will take place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Standard Foundation Sports Complex, Busa Close, Gwari Avenue, Barnawa, Kaduna, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Launched in 2023, the Play & Excel initiative was designed to empower children through structured play, teamwork, and creative learning.
Over the past two years, the programme has strengthened participants’ confidence, discipline, and leadership skills while promoting moral and social values.
It continues to nurture girls into purposeful leaders by integrating physical education, mentorship, and moral development into its activities.
Highlights of the anniversary include the premiere of an impact documentary featuring stories of transformation, a sports and play exhibition showcasing teamwork and skill, and motivational talks to inspire continued excellence.
Other activities lined up are awards presentations, a Champion’s Pledge affirming the Foundation’s vision, and a fun quiz and recognition segment to celebrate children’s learning and growth.
Speaking ahead of the event, Founder, Mrs. Grace Iliya an Assistant Director in Sports and Outside Broadcast, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, expressed pride in the programme’s achievements.
“Play & Excel started as a small weekend idea. Two years later, we’re seeing girls who believe in themselves, communicate better, and lead with empathy,” she said.
“This anniversary is not just a celebration; it’s a reminder that every child can be a champion when given the chance to play, learn, and excel.”
The Foundation is calling on partners, volunteers, parents, and media organizations to join the event in a collective reflection on progress, impact, and renewed commitment to child development through purposeful play.
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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