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Unity Preseason Tournament Climax As Isaac Danladi Becomes Patron

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7 months ago

August 16, 2024

The final of the 2024 edition of the Unity Preseason Tournament will be played on Sunday 18 August at the Area 3 playing pitch Abuja.

The main activity of the final match will be the investiture of former Chairman of Nasarawa United of Lafia, and present Permanent Secretary of the Nasarawa State Ministry of Sports, Barrister Isaac Danladi as the Patron of Tournament.

According to the Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Patrick Ngwaogu (Odogwu), the choice of Barrister Danladi came after considering his support in ensuring that the tournament which has become the flagship in the Northern Conference stands on a strong footing.

Odogwu said the investiture will be held at the interval of the final match.

Meanwhile, the results of the matches played, have been a mixed feelings for the NPFL teams taking part in the tournament.

In their first match, Nasarawa defeated Ejike Ugboaja Academy by three goals to one, while Like Minds FC of Gwagwalada played a two all draws with Atlantic FC of Suleja same result defending Champions EFCC FC had with 2K-19, Niger Tornadoes were victors over Conanc by two goals to nil

On the second day matches Like Minds defeated CKD Academy by two goals to one, while Atlantic lost to Ejike Ugboaja by a lone goal, same margin that
2K-19 lost to Niger Tornadoes.
Conanc FC drew goalless with Midlands of Jos.

The third day matches saw Midlands FC playing goalless with EFCC, Plateau United losing two goals to one to 2K-19, Nasarawa Utd drew one, one to Atlantic same goal margin Ejike Ugboaja played with
CKD Academy

In other matches, Niger Tornadoes played goalless with EFCC,
Nasarawa United suffered a three goals to one defeat to Like -Mind of Gwagwalada,
Plateau United hammered Conanc by four goals to nil, with Atlantic and CKD playing goalless. Midland lost one zero to 2k-19 (1), and EFCC defeating Plateau lone goal.

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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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50 mins 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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