NATIONAL SPORTS FESTIVAL
110 Nigerian Athletes Set for African Junior Championships in Abeokuta
Nigeria is set to field the largest delegation at the upcoming 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, scheduled to take place from July 16 to 20 in Abeokuta, Ogun State, iReport247News reports. According to the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA), a total of 937 athletes and officials from 43 countries have confirmed participation in the five-day […]
Tinubu Mourns Kano Athletes Lost in Road Crash
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow upon receiving the tragic news of a fatal accident involving members of the Kano State contingent, who were returning from the recently concluded National Sports Festival held in Ogun State. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu conveyed the Federal Government’s deepest condolences to […]
Team Ogun Beats Golden Eaglets at NSF Football Semi-final
In a gripping semi-final at the National Sports Festival, dubbed the Gateway Games, host Team Ogun clinched a 2-1 victory over the Golden Eaglets on Saturday, earning a place in the men’s football final. The hard-fought win keeps Ogun’s dreams of a gold medal alive, thrilling local fans. The match was a tense battle, with […]
Finals Set for National Sports Festival Tennis Singles
The National Sports Festival at the MKO Abiola Stadium’s Tennis Center in Abeokuta is gearing up for an electrifying conclusion today as the Men’s and Women’s Singles finals promise intense battles for gold.In the Men’s Singles final, Ogun State’s Christopher Bulus will face off against Bayelsa State’s David Ekpeyong. Bulus earned his spot with a […]
NSF: Governor Abiodun Hails Athletes’ Talent and Spirit
Governor Dapo Abiodun lauded the exceptional talent and sportsmanship of athletes at the ongoing Gateway Games 2024 during a tour of multiple event venues across Ogun State on Saturday. The governor began his visit at the Alake Sports Centre, where he watched captivating male and female volleyball matches. He described the athletes’ energy and skill […]
eSports Poised to Drive Nigeria’s Sports Economy
The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria eSports Federation, Damilola Pedro, has declared eSports as a transformative force capable of leading Nigeria’s modern sports economy. Speaking at the 22nd National Sports Festival, dubbed the Gateway Games 2024, Pedro highlighted the historic inclusion of eSports as a demonstration sport, marking a significant milestone for the industry. […]
NSF: Olopade Praises IJA as Swimmer Abili Eyes Olympic Glory
Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has expressed delight at the standout performances of the Invited Junior Athletes (IJA) at the 22nd National Sports Festival, Ogun 2024. Speaking after the medal presentation at the swimming event, Olopade lauded IJA swimmer Aidan Dumuje Abili, who clinched three medals—two silver and one bronze—at […]
Golden Eaglets Soar into Semi-Finals at National Sports Festival
The Golden Eaglets, Nigeria’s five-time world champions, have secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Ebonyi State in the quarter-finals of the football event at the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival in Ogun State, advancing to the semi-finals. Abdulmuiz Adeleke led the charge, scoring twice after netting the opener in Monday’s 2-1 win against Edo State. […]
Team Oyo Dazzles at NSF with Impressive Medal Haul
Team Oyo delivered a stellar performance at the ongoing National Sports Festival, securing a total of 13 medals across various events on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The contingent’s remarkable display included four gold, four silver, and five bronze medals, showcasing their versatility and dominance in multiple sports. Leading the charge, Adeyemi Saheed clinched gold in […]
Teen Swimmer Oyo State’s First Swimming Medal in Seven Years
Tofunmi Ibidapo, a 13-year-old prodigy, made history for Oyo State by clinching a silver medal in the 200-meter breaststroke at the Gateway Games held at MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, ending a seven-year medal drought in swimming for the state since the 2018 National Sports Festival in Abuja. The young swimmer outshone strong competition from […]