By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, Bayelsa chapter has advocated for mass participation in sports as the Bayelsa 2024 SWAN Week officially commenced in Yenagoa. Speaking during a 4km road walk to kick-start the week-long event, the Director General, New Media to the Bayelsa State Government, …
Read More »Blankson Unity Cup Kicks off in Yenagoa
… as Opolo FC Humbles Biogbolo Community in Tournament Opener By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The maiden edition of the Osomkime Blankson Unity Cup (Epie Clan) kicked off with tournament host, Barr. Osomkime Blankson and other dignitaries in attendance at Edepie Primary School Field, Yenagoa. A well-attended tournament opening saw Opolo …
Read More »Igali Pledges Support for Bayelsa SWAN Week
The Bayelsa State Ministry of Sports Development has endorsed and pledged support for the Bayelsa 2024 SWAN Week which will see media organizations in the state compete in sporting activities. State Commissioner for Sports, Hon Daniel Igali made the commitment when the Local Organizing and Planning Committee of the SWAN …
Read More »Ozuzu Unity Cup Kicks off Dec 1
The second edition of the famous Ozuzu Clan Unity Soccer Cup Competition, sponsored by a popular philanthropist from Etche, Sir Nnamdi Munuoye, kicks off on Sunday, December 1, 2024 in Ozuzu Etche. Highlights during the opening ceremony, according to the organisers, will include displays of the rich Etche culture, and …
Read More »Igali Thumbs up Bayelsa United on Victory over Niger Tornadoes
The commissioner for Sports Development, Bayelsa State, Hon Daniel Igali, has commended the resounding victory of Bayelsa United over Niger Tornadoes Hon Igali while speaking to journalists on Wednesday after the game lauded the approach of Bayelsa United to the game which enabled them to convincingly beat Niger Tornadoes 4-1 …
Read More »Bayelsa: Sports Writers’ Week to Begin December 7
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, Bayelsa State Chapter has put in place a line-up of activities to mark its 2024 Week from December 7 to 13. A statement by the chairman of the Planning and Organizing Committee, Mr. Loveday Herbert and Secretary, Tom Amaegbe says the programme of …
Read More »Igali Commends FG, Defence Chief for using Sports to Promote Peace
By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Hon. Daniel Igali, has commended the breath-taking African Military Games being hosted by Nigeria under the stewardship of the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Chris Musa, describing it as capturing the rich cultural heritage, sporting prowess, and diversity of the …
Read More »Bayelsa to Host 6th Douye Diri Scouting Tournament
… As 5 Players Set for European Clubs By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa Bayelsa State is gearing up to host the 6th edition of the prestigious Douye Diri International Scouting Tournament, a platform that showcases Nigeria’s brightest young football talents. This year’s event is scheduled to take place from December 4 …
Read More »Defense Chief, Customs CG, Others to Grace 3rd Douye Diri Wrestling Classics
… Expect Glamour in This Year’s National Wrestling Classics ~ Igali By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa As the 3rd Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics gets underway this weekend, the President Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Hon Daniel Igali has said this year’s tournament will witness glamorous activities more than previous years. Igali …
Read More »Over 750 Athletes to Participate in 3rd Diri National Wrestling Classics ~ Igali
Over seven hundred and fifty athletes and coaches from the thirty six states of the federation will jostle for glory in the 3rd Governor Douye Diri Wrestling Classics in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Dr. Daniel Igali gave the hint at the press conference …
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