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We‘ll cheer Eagles to Victory- NESC

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4 years ago

March 22, 2022

.. Applauds Runsewe for giving 500 tickets free to fans

The President of Nigeria Eagles Supporters Club NESC Sunday Gullong has assured that his club is ready to leave no stone unturned to ensure it cheers Nigeria Super Eagles to victory when they face Ghana in the forthcoming World Cup Qualifier games come 25th and 29th of this month.

This even as he applauded the Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Otunba Segun Runsewe for his gesture to give tickets to 500 fans come 29th of March.

Ghana, the four-time African champions, will host perennial rival, Nigeria at the Baba Yara Stadium, Kumasi on March 25 before traveling to Abuja for the second leg at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium on March 29th.

Gullong while addressing the journalist on Tuesday, inside Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja revealed that Ghana can’t stand against Nigeria by all means.

According to him, we are going to mobilize people across Abuja city for them to be at the stadium,

“We appreciate NFF because we had a zoom meeting with all 5 supporters clubs and we all agreed to harmonize, to unify our voice and support eagles on the day of the match.

“We are going to sing the same song but with our different green white green jersey our different uniform still carries the same Nigeria color.”

Before the game, we are starting our rally from Nyanya and ending it at Kubwa another group will start from Gwagwalada.

He, however, called on Nigerians to always support eagles like the NCACA DG as they have promised to give 500 free tickets to the first 500 fans that will arrive at Stadium on that match day.

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Nigeria’s Eniola Bolaji Wins Silver at Indonesia Para Badminton International 2025

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4 hours ago

November 3, 2025

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

Nigeria’s Para Badminton star, Mariam Eniola Bolaji, has won the silver medal in the Women’s Singles SL3 category at the POLYTRON Indonesia Para Badminton International 2025, which concluded on Sunday, November 2, in Surakarta, Indonesia.

Bolaji, who had been in impressive form throughout the tournament, advanced to the final after a commanding 2–0 semi-final victory over India’s Mandeep Kaur. However, in the championship match against World No. 1 Leani Ratri Oktila Syakuroh of Indonesia, the Nigerian ace was forced to retire during the first game while leading 20–16, due to a health-related concern.

Despite the setback, Bolaji’s outstanding effort earned Nigeria a well-deserved silver medal, continuing her consistent record of podium finishes at international Para Badminton events.

Reacting to the outcome, President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), Barr. Francis Orbih, commended Bolaji for her courage, resilience, and professionalism throughout the competition.

“We are extremely proud of Eniola’s performance and fighting spirit,” Orbih said. “Although it was not the result we hoped for, she demonstrated true character and commitment. Winning silver at this level is a remarkable achievement for her and for Nigeria.”

The BFN President also extended heartfelt appreciation to the Nigerian Government, the National Sports Commission (NSC), the Kwara State Sports Commission, and the entire Badminton family in Nigeria for their unwavering support in ensuring the team’s successful participation in Indonesia.

“We remain deeply grateful to the leadership of the NSC and the Kwara State Sports Commission for their sponsorship and continuous encouragement. Their investment in Para Badminton has been instrumental in our athletes’ steady progress on the global stage,” Orbih added.

Bolaji’s silver medal finish reinforces Nigeria’s rising profile in world Para Badminton and serves as another milestone in the country’s journey toward greater international recognition in the sport.

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