Uka-Egbu emerges men’s champion at GHEII Open Darts Championship

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4 years ago

August 23, 2021

ChampionNnamdi Uka-Egbu from Abia on Saturday in Abuja emerged champion of the maiden edition of the Global Harmony Envoy International Initiatives (GHEII) Open Darts Championships.

Uka-Egbu defeated Amandon Dewefa of Bayelsa 4-0 in the final of the 501 darts men’s singles event.

In the final game at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Uka-Egbu

defeated Dewefa who at 14 years was the youngest player at the championships.

Uka-Egbu later said he was happy that he won the championship in spite of the opposition.

“This is not the first time I’m winning a national championship. I expected to win the tournament because that was my aim, which was to come and win the tournament.

“But the reason of my success today is continuous training.

“However, I’m happy that the Darts Federation organised this championship and we want them to do more,” he said.

On his part, Dewefa said he was happy that he played in the competition’s final, as it was his first appearance in a national competition.

“I’ m still in the learning process of the sport and I ‘m not ashamed that I lost in the final match.

“I lost narrowly. But I will still ensure that at my next tournament I improved on my performance, better than what I did here,” he said.

NAN reports that Uka-Egbu received a prize money of N90,000, while Dewefa received N70,000.

Pius Famakin from Lagos and Oladore Olatunji from NPF, who both finished in the third position, received N50,000 each.

Oduwole Olatunji from Ogun who came fifth received N20,000

In the female category, Patricia John from Delta came first to receive N70,000 as prize money, while Queeneth Nwachukwu from NPF came second to receive N50,000.

Borokini Kehinde from Lagos and Oluchi John from Rivers came joint third to receive N30,000 each, while Comfort Haruna from Kaduna State received N15,000.

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Kola Daniel Takes Seat on 2027 Africa School Games LOC, Promises Commitment to National Duty

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1 hour ago

February 11, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Kola Daniel Adeyanju, Special Assistant on Media to the National Sports Commission Director-General, Honourable Bukola Olopade, has expressed his gratitude and excitement after being appointed to the 28-man Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the 2027 Africa School Games in Abuja.

According to the erudite sports administrator, “It’s a privilege to be part of this committee. I am humbled by the opportunity to serve my nation and contribute to the success of this international event.”

Adeyanju, who has previously served on the Federal Government’s 40-man LOC for Aisha Buhari’s Tournament in Abuja, is no stranger to hard work and dedication.

He attributes his appointment to the recognition of his efforts and commitment to Nigerian sports.

“I want to thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for this opportunity, and my principals, Alhaji Shehu Dikko and Honourable Bukola Olopade, for believing in me,” Adeyanju said. “I am committed to giving my best and ensuring the success of the 2027 Africa School Games.”

As a member of the LOC, Adeyanju is eager to work with his colleagues to deliver a memorable event that showcases Nigeria’s capabilities and hospitality. “It’s a call to National duty, and I am ready to answer,” he said.

The 2027 Africa School Games promises to be an exciting event, with athletes and officials from across the continent converging in Abuja. With the pedigree of sports administrators on the list, Nigeria is poised to host a successful and memorable event

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