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Oyo State Join Forces With Gloves For Africa To develop Young Boxers

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Joel Ajayi

As part of the determination to nurture and develop the young boxer in the Pace Setter state (Oyo State) the government of the state under able leadership of hard working Governor His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde has joined forces with Gloves For Africa.


The Commissioner for Youth and Sports in the state, Hon. Wasilat Adegoke made this know through her social media platform on Wedneday in Ibadan saying that the state will leave no stone unturned toward the growth and development of everyone, especially the young one in the state.


According to Commissioner,  I am delighted to announce that the Oyo State Government, under the leadership of our visionary Governor, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has partnered with Gloves for Africa through the Ministry of Youth and Sports, to empower and enhance the skills of young boxers in our state.


“As the Honorable Commissioner for Youth and Sports, I believe this collaboration will provide our young boxers with top-quality training, equipment, and mentorship, helping them compete on national and international platforms.


“The Oyo State Government is committed to supporting the development of sports and youth empowerment initiatives, and this partnership aligns with our goals. Together with Gloves for Africa, we will instill values like discipline, hard work, and fair play, essential for success in sports and life.


“Our joint initiatives will include training programs, tournaments, scholarships, and promoting the sport of boxing among young individuals. I’m excited about the impact this partnership will make on the development of boxing in Oyo State.


“Thank you, Gloves for Africa, for your commitment to supporting our youth through sports. We look forward to a successful collaboration.” She expressed.

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Rising Stars Football League Shares Free Fuel To Commercial Motorcycle Riders In FCT

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Joel Ajayi

In continuation of its gesture to the need across the all sectors, Rising Stars Football League ,RSFL,  has once again shared free fuel to over 100 commercial motorcyclists popularly known as “Okada rider” in the Bwari Local Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory as response to the prevalent economic hardship in the country, represents a remarkable display of kindness and generosity on the part of the football league.


The free fuel distribution attracted hundreds of motorbike riders who were delighted to receive the unexpected gift.


The fuel donation, which took many by surprise, took place at NIPPCO Filling station in Bwari Local Government of Abuja.


Just on Wednesday, RSFL, brought smiles to the faces of over 100 pregnant and nursing mothers, as well as sick patients, at the Primary Health Care Center in Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.


While speaking shortly after the gesture, the RSFL General Manager, Bobby Isiekwena expressed that, the compassionate gesture aligns with RSFL’s ongoing mission not only to promote youth talent in sports but also to give back to society.


RSFL’s outreach efforts beyond football: “We’re reaching out to people in hospitals, schools, and markets, even assisting associations like Okada riders and security outfits. Seeing the joy on people’s faces is a privilege. I feel a sense of joy,.


“I am thrilled to see the smiles on the faces of these hardworking bike riders.
Our organization is not just about football, it’s all about grassroots and community development as you can see the excitement, joy on the faces of beneficiaries this is what we need in our society i almost shielding tears.”


Bwari as a community has been so supportive with our league, they always come out enmass both in away and home games, they are amazing.


 He noted that the RSFL plans to extend its outreach to other regions, including an upcoming visit to Lagos.


An elated Chairman of the Okada rider Association in Bwari Gimba shaidalilauded the RSFL’s act of kindness offered prayers and express gratitude for the generosity to the mankind.
According to him, we thank God on behalf of this organization, we thank them for free fuel, free reflecting jacket. 


“As you can see, they are happy, they will use the fuel to make money and their family will benefit from it. We are praying for this organization for more success in your endeavour, Muslim and Christian Okada people will be praying for your success with this gesture”.


He, however, vowed to always mobilize Okada riders to support any program or project that the organization is doing.


One of the beneficiaries, Ibrahim Yusuf, thanked the RSFL for the gesture, saying the gift will go a long way in helping many families sustain themselves.

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