Osogbo, Osun State – In a significant move aimed at revitalizing sports in Osun State, the government has announced the constitution of management teams and the appointment of football coaches for both Osun United & Osun Babes Football Clubs. This announcement, made on October 17, 2023, by the Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Sports and…
Popoola Babatunde Afolayan, porularly known as “Popson,” is a distinguished sports administrator who hails from Osun State. With a career spanning decades, Popoola has played a pivotal role in the world of sports, earning accolades and recognition for his exemplary contributions. Biographical Details: Full Name: Popoola Babatunde AfolayanNickname: PopsonPlace of Birth: Oke – Ila, Osun…
Osun State Government has charged the recently inaugurated 9-member committee on Sports Commission with the immediate task of revamping the state-owned football clubs, Osun United and Osun Babes. Speaking on behalf of the State Governor, Deputy Governor Prince Kola Adewusi, who also serves as the Commissioner for Sports, emphasized the urgency of preparing for the…
The Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has officially inaugurated a 9-member committee tasked with assisting in the planning and implementation of a sports commission. The committee’s assigned tasks encompass the following: crafting a comprehensive sports policy for Osun State to reestablish its position in the national arena; formulating a legal framework for the…
In a surprising turn of events, Kwara United Football Club recently raised eyebrows in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) with a rather unconventional Man of the Match (MOTM) award presentation. After their hard-fought victory against Abia Warriors, instead of the usual plaque or trophy, the MOTM was presented with something that looked remarkably like…
It’s a special day for football fans worldwide as we celebrate the birthday of one of Africa’s finest talents and FC Barcelona Femení star, Asisat Oshoala. As the Super Falcons and FC Barcelona Femení continue to bask in her brilliance, Asisat adds another candle to her cake, hoping for good tidings and great fortune in…
Premier League fans were left in shock during the Sheffield United vs Fulham FC match as Chris Basham suffered a gruesome ankle injury that has sent shockwaves throughout the football community. The incident forced Basham to be subbed off the field, and the severity of his injury is deeply concerning. Medical Assessment Video footage of…
Full Name Koku Oluwadamilola Iyabo Date of Birth 16th June 2002 Place of Birth Isheu Epinmi, Akoko South East Preferred Foot Right Position Striker State of Origin Ondo State Nationality Nigerian Previous Clubs Pelican Star FC (Calabar), Sunshine Queen’s FC (Ondo State), Confluence Queen’s FC (Kogi State), Osun Babes FC (Osun State), Ibom Angel’s FC…
Koku Damilola started her football journey during her primary school years. At school, during break periods, she would enthusiastically join boys in playing football, even though she was the only girl on the field. Her mother initially disapproved of this, as she held the belief that football was exclusively for boys. However, her late father…
NWFL: Accolades Galore For Aisha Falode As Amaju, Akinwunmi, Falcons Players, Others Give Kudos For Her Unmatched Efforts And Drive. A Board member of the Nigerian Football Federation and the immediate past Chairperson of Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL), Aisha Falode, on Tuesday got all-round praises as she accounted for her leadership of the Nigerian…
In an exclusive interview with Sky News, Chelsea FC Women’s sensational forward, Lauren James, shared a delightful revelation that has set hearts aflutter – she’s keen on enjoying a dinner date with none other than the Grammy-winning Nigerian music sensation, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy! When asked about the three people she would most like…