8 teams to fight for honour in first edition of SheFootball Tournament

Eight women teams will fight for honour in the first edition of She Football Initiative Tournament a brain child of Aiysa Yusuf Aromire Foundation which kick off 7th January 2023 at Legacy Pitch, National Stadium Surulere, Lagos state, Nigeria. 

The football tournament is aim in promoting women and promoting 

the power of women in Football and also using various means to highlight the positive social impacts the game of Football have on Women and girls across Nigeria, Africa and the World. 

The participating teams are  DreamStar Ladies, Royaltoms Queens, Phoenix Queens, Lakeside Queens, Ijamido Queens, English Queens, Future Stars Queens, Nakamura Queens. 

Meet the Teams

CLUB PROFILE

Dream Star Ladies

DreamStars Ladies was founded in 2017, they played in the Nigeria Women Premier League.

Based in Ibadan, Lagos state. Nigeria.

Lakeside Queens

Lakeside Queens is a Bariga based women football club founded in 2007.

They presently played in the second division of the Nigeria Women football league.

Future Stars 99 Football Academy  

Founded in 2016 in Igando, Lagos state. They currently played in WAFA league.

Royaltoms International Football Academy.

A football Academy established in 2002,  based in Sango-Ora, Ogun state. They have produced bear known female footballers in recent years.

Ijamido Football Academy

Established in 2002 in Sango Ota, Ogun State. The team has produced some promising female footballers who plying their In Nigeria and abroad.

Nakamura Babes (The Black Arrows) 

Is a female football club based in the heart of Lagos state (Mushin) the aim of the is to harness the potentials of girls through sports in one of the density populated area in Lagos state and arguably in the South West of Nigeria.

The club was founded in 2017.

Phoenix Queens, Orile

Established in 2007 to provide enabling environment to youth in Or ile-Iganmu and its environs.

They currently play in the WAFA League in Lagos state, Nigeria.

English Queens ( Best Wale FC)

Founded in 2005 in Owode Egbe in Ogun state.

A football academy combining  education with football to the youths of owode-Egba. 

The SheFootball is an initiative of Aiysha Yusuf Armoire and is powered by Nigeria's private airline ValueJet Airline.

Bosso invites " New Iwobi" as screening of players continues in Flying Eagles camp

Flying Eagles Coach, Ladan Bosso has invited Joshua John of Ikon Allah Academy.

The attacking midfielder who was part of the 15 players invited to the Flying Eagles camp, left no stone unturned immediately he joined the camp.

Joshua John reminds me of attacking midfielders like Alexander Iwobi, Sunday Mba and others whose style of play always catch the attention of the fans.

No doubt, Joshua John will really make a big statement if given the opportunity to prove himself.

Recall that Ikon Allah Academy produced players like Chidera Ejuke who is a Super Eagles player, newly signed Nasarawa United player, Francis Ayuba who is currently in the camp of the Flying Eagles, and he scored two goals today in favour of his team.

Lion Heart FC: A good ground for discovering talents

Lagos based Lion Heart FC duo of Akanbi Ayobami Akinwale and Ademola Oladejo Damilare are the newest entrants to the camp of Flying Eagles, following Coach Ladan Bosso's invitation of fresh legs to beef up his team in preparation for next year's U-20 Afcon championship in Egypt.

The club known for its capacity in establishment and grooming of players both locally and internationally have served the national team with two of it's reliable and committed players.

Ademola Oladejo Damilare, an impressive safe hands with Lion Heart,  is expected to ruffle shoulders with Nathaniel Nwosu and the host of other goalkeepers for a place in the squad, while Akanbi Ayobami Akinwale an enterprising midfielder, will be proving his might against Daniel Daga and others to stake a claim to a role in the midfield position.

It is also worthy to note, this will not be the first time Lion Heart FC will be attracting the attention of Nigerias national teams, as the club had previously supplied five of it's underage players to the national U-17 men's team, the Golden Eaglets.

Club chairman, Samuel Olonade who started Lion Heart FC in Ipaja Ayobo local government area of Lagos state had earlier said, grooming of players is one of the core values of the club and it's interesting to know that both national teams and clubs within and outside the shores of the country are identifying with them, which is a clear indication that the club in on the right track with it's set goals and objectives.

Ladan Bosso, thinks the addition of fresh talent will strengthen his team, haven sent home 15 players earlier this week for some logistical challenges.

Egypt will play host to the U-20 AFCON in February, 2022.

Opeyemi influential to Kauno Zalgaris' qualification to the Europa League

Abdulgafar Opeyemi have been a fantastic talent to watch as he made his mark for A Lyga side, Kauno Zalgaris in the Lithuania league. 

Abdulgafar Opeyemi who can play as an attacking midfielder and at the right side of the midfield was instrumental and influential to Kauno Zalgaris qualification to the Europa League.

The midfield maestro, who have the ability of long range passing accuracy, defense splitting passes and also a good eye for goal.

The 20 years old right footed midfielder is the cynosure of all eyes in the Lithuania League making a mark for himself as one of the bright prospect in the A Lyga.

Abdulgafar Opeyemi is destined to make waves in the Europa League and so many top flight clubs will be chasing for his signature because of his prospect and qualities.

Kauno Zalgaris finished as the second best team in the Lithuania A Lyga with 63 points from 36 matches and scored a total of 55 goals and conceded 37 goals.

Ote4Wealth: Pride FC of FC beat Golden FC of Abia to emerge champions

Pride FC of FCT on Thursday beat Golden FC of Abia 3-1 to emerge champions of maiden #Ote4Wealth National Football Tournament. 

Coach of Pride FC, Lawal Abdul said, "It was a unique tournament. We have been in existence for three years and I have never seen any tournament like this. The six day tournament was well-organised with fair officiating. It all started last Friday and ended today in my team's favour. 

"We registered for free, got gifts for free, our accumulated funds for yellow cards were forfeited and yet we got the trophy and prize money.

"This tournament showed that we have many talented players scattered around Nigeria. From the beginning as a coach, I saw many young good players from other teams that if well managed will go places. 

The tournament was organised to celebrate the 60th birthday of Nigeria business mogul, Femi Otedola. 

37 teams from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) participated in the tournament which was held between Friday, November 25, to Thursday, December 1, 2022 at the Water FC Football Pitch, Lokogoma, Abuja.

Speaking after presentation of trophy, the Chief Executive Officer CEO of MK Sports, Nureni Makanjuola, said the next edition will be bigger than what was witnessed this year.

"We shall have more teams and increase in prize money in the next edition next year. Many clubs have indicated interested to participate and our doors will be opened to so many teams that meet up with the criteria.

All is set for Shefootball 2023 as Press Conference holds on Friday and Saturday

The Ayisat Yusuf-Aromire Foundation in conjunction with ValueJet Airline will hold the 2023 Edition of the SheFootball Conference on Friday & Saturday the 6th and 7th of January 2023 at the Lagos State Sports Writers Association Of Nigeria (SWAN), Hall, Surulere, Lagos. 

The SheFootball Initiative is aimed at harnessing the power of women in Football and also using various means to highlight the positive social impacts the game of Football have on Women and girls across Nigeria, Africa and the World. 

As part of activities for the 2023 Edition, a one day Football Competition, called ' The SheFootball Cup' will be played at the Legacy Football Pitch, Surulere and will feature Eight (8), namely, DreamStar Ladies, Royaltoms Queens, Phoenix Queens, Lakeside Queens, Ijamido Queens, English Queens, Future Stars Queens, Nakamura Queens. 

The theme for this year's edition is 'Women's Football Development Beyond Limits' and is expected to be graced by top Women Personalities, who have shown great value and quality in the development of sports in the country and beyond.

Notable amongst them are Ms Christina Oshodi, who is a UEFA Coach Educator in the United Kingdom, Dr. Abiola Akiyode, UNILAG & Executive Director (Women Advocate Research And Documentation Center) WARDC, Mrs Ezinne Ezeani, Director SheCan Nigeria and many others.

The goal of the year's SheConference is to increase the awareness of opportunities available to Women In Sports and also develop new strategies or revising and improving on existing strategies in a tailored-made approach to help develop Women's Football In Nigeria and Africa as a whole. 

Speaking ahead of the 6th Edition of the SheConference, Convener and Former Super Falcons Player Ayisat Yusuf-Aromire reiterated that the main motive behind the Conference is to engage Women Football Likeminds in providing pathways in the development of the round leather game in the Country.

Ayisat, who recently became the first woman to win the FIFPro Merit Award is positive that the game will keep improving with programmes like the SheConference.

"The priority for anyone involved in Women's Football should be development. This is an opportune time to be part of women's football, through the SheFootballConference.

"There is still much work to be done, so that the potential of the women's game can be integrated and maximized. 

"Perhaps, that's one of the reasons behind the SheFootballConference, which has been on for the past five years.

"We will continue our mission of providing opportunities and positive experiences for women who aspire to progress in Sports, through the SheFootballConference.

As we bring the importance of Women Football Development into sharper focus on the 6th and 7th of January 2023 in Lagos, we appreciate ValueJet Airline for their massive supports, FareNetwork, Monaliku, C13, Enescott and FIFPro.

The 2023 Edition of the SheFootball Conference will hold on Friday & Saturday, 6th and 7th Of January 2023 at the Lagos SWAN Hall, Surulere, Lagos.

Ote4Wealth: Akwa Ibom pip Benue to seal Quarter-final ticket after matchday 4

The State of land of promise, Akwa Ibom on Monday landed in Quarter final of the ongoing #Ote4wealth National Football Tournament after beating Benue 1-0 to seal the spot in the Nigeria’s capital city Abuja. 

Tobi Oyewole's goal in the 14 minute of encounter sealed victory for Akwa Ibom.

Imo delivered a disciplined performance to beat Bauchi 1-0. Ebode Richard scored after an unpardonable gaffe by goalkeeper Iliya Shehu.

A goal in the closing periods of the tie from Blessed Okon was all it took to separate the two sides as FCT won 1-0 against Jigawa.

Midfielder Soso Sunday netted from the penalty spot in the 17th minute against Borno.

Kebbi stuck to their game plan all the way and comfortably frustrated Borno to win 1-0.

Goals from Aondover Agandi and Ejieh Paul was the tonic Adamawa needed destroy Rivers 2-0.

The #Ote4Wealth Football Tournament holding at the Water FC Stadium, Apo Abuja is in honour of Diamond Jubilee celebration of Nigeria’s foremost philanthropist and Business mogul, Femi Otedola Femi Otedola who clocked 60 on November 4.

Day 4 Results:

Bauchi 0-1 Imo

Benue 0-1 Akwa Ibom

FCT 1-0 Jigawa 

Kebbi 1-0 Borno 

Abia 1-0 Bayelsa

Adamawa 2-0 Rivers

Ogbonda begins second spell at Confluence Queens

Confluence Queens Football Club have unveiled Ogbonda Whyte as the new Technical Adviser for the 2022/23 NWPL season. 

Whyte was unveiled alongside other coaches to the players and management staff at the the weekend.

Former trainer coach Esther Michael has been promoted to the post of Chief Coach, Abdul Muhammed Bello now the team's Assistant coach while Bestman Ossai is the goalkeeper trainer who is expected to work alongside Abdulaeez Jimoh to bring the best out of the team goalkeepers. 

During the unveiling, the coaches were advised by the club chairman Hon. Abdulmalik Isah (Dolly) to give all their best to ensure the club achieve it desired targets. 

"I want to urge you all to please put all your best to ensure we achieve our set targets for this season. 

"Confluence Queens deserve to be among the top teams in the Nigeria Women Football circle, and we don't want to settle for anything less". Said Dolly 

Whyte, who is making a return to the club after his first spell between 2019 and 2020 thanked the management of Confluence Queens for giving the opportunity to lead the team once more and promised to make the team a formidable one once again. 

"I want to sincerely appreciate the management of Confluence Queens for another chance to lead the technical department of this team". 

"I promise not to disappoint the trust given to me, off course I am aware of the Management's target and I will do my best to make it a reality."

Confluence Queens who is bye on the opening fixtures of the NWPL have been grouped alongside Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, FC Robo, Abia Angels, Ibom Angels and Adamawa Queens.

Ote4Wealth: Six matches are lined up for Monday as teams set for quarter-finals

Six matches will go down on Match-day 4 of #Ote4Wealth National Football Tournament where six teams will pick the quarter-final tickets. 

Two states that were seeded will join the six winners for Tuesday's quarter-final duels. 

The first match on Monday morning will see Bauchi taking on Imo at 9:30am while Benue lock horns with Akwa Ibom at 10:30am.

FCT will trade tackles with Jigawa for the quarterfinal ticket at 11:30am as Borno take on Kebbi State at 2pm. Other matches are: Bayelsa vs Abia at 3pm as Adamawa engage Rivers State.

Meanwhile, on Sunday on Match-day 3, Abia defeated Plateau 4-2 on penalties to advance to knockout stage of #Ote4Wealth Football Tournament holding in Abuja.

Playing the first match of the day on Sunday, both teams needed the lottery of penalty shootout to determine the winner after a scoreless regulation time 

In the second match, Kebbi edged Osun to progress to the next stage. 

The 3rd match of the day, a tough encounter between Rivers and Ebonyi, it ended 5-4 on penalties in favour of the former.

Akwa also relied on penalty shootout to overcome Kogi in the 4th match of the day after recording a goalless draw at full time.

Bauchi humbled star studded Kwara in the 5th match via penalties to book their passage to the next round. 

The game between Niger and FCT ended 1-1. It was the FCT that won 4-3 on penalties.

The Ote4Wealth Football Tournament holding at the Water FC Stadium, Apo Abuja is in honour of Diamond Jubilee celebration of Nigeria's foremost philanthropist and Business mogul, Femi Otedola Femi Otedola who clocked 60 on November 4. 

Day 3 Results;

Plateau 0-0 Abia (AP 2-4)

Osun 1-2 Kebbi 

Rivers 0-0 Ebonyi (AP 5-4)

Kogi 0-0 Akwa (AP (2-4)

Kwara 0-0 Bauchi (AP 1-3)

Niger 1-1 FCT (AP 3-4)

Delta 0-0 Bayelsa (AP 2-4)

Bauchi 0-0 Kano (AP 6-5)

Day 4 Fixtures

Bauchi vs Imo 9:30am

Benue vs Akwa Ibom 10:30am

 FCT vs Jigawa 11:30am

 Borno vs Kebbi 2pm

 Bayelsa vs Abia 3pm

Adamawa vs Rivers 4:30pm

Jagaban Cup revelation, 36 Lion's Oluka gets European tryout

Neftchi Baku intends to take a closer look at 36 Lion midfielder Peter Oluka when the player travels over for a trial with the club on Thursday.

Oluka In action at Jagaban Cup in Lagos 

According to 36 Lion Adviser, Gafar Olawale Limited, the nine-time Azerbaijan Premier League champions have invited the player over to Baku.

Oluka was spotted by Neftchi Baku at the recently concluded Jagaban Cup that took place at Mobolaji Johnson Arena.

He was the best midfielder on display at the four-day tournament which had the backing of 36 Lion Investment, Diamond Sports Management, and Lagos Enigma.

As you would expect from any young Nigerian prospect, Oluka ranks as one of the highly-rated Nigerian midfielders who can boast of an exciting work rate, supreme technique, and passing ability.

He does have the invention, and creativity and has been earmarked as a "destroyer" that is, shutting down the opposition's play in midfield, outside, and just about everywhere.

One trait that sets Oluka apart from his peers is his intelligent movement. 

On a basic level, he has good pace and acceleration which allows him to provide adequate guard for defenders.

Given his great mobility, he's not afraid to work and play from the channels.

Oluka's spatial awareness is good enough that he's often initiating attacking moves and playing quick combinations. He is expected to impress the coaching staff of Black and Whites.

Jagsban Cup: MFM FC, 9 others ready as draws on Nov14

The draws for Jagaban Cup would take place at the National Stadium Surulere Lagos on November 14th with 10 teams already confirmed. Time is 2pm. 

Jagaban Cup was put together to canvass for APC Presidential Flagbearer, Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2023 General Elections.

De Potters, FC Bethel, Olukismet, Jo Sportyne and 36 Lion would participate at the tournament.

Others are Smart City, Badagry United, MFM FC, Ikorodu City and Messiah FC.

Competition will hold from November 15th to 18th at Mobolaji Johnson Arena.

Coordinator, Wale Joseph said participants have started preparation and assured Lagosians of a wonderful tournament.

Organizers are targeting at least five thousand youths who will be live at the Grand Finale.

Those five thousand youths will influence another 50 thousand more across various communities in Lagos through grassroot football.

Clubs would be divided into two groups of 5 teams each for a round robin style format of 70 minutes per match.

The winner of each group shall meet in the final of 40 minutes per half game (80 minutes). 

The runners up of each group shall play 3rd place match of 40 minutes per half.

The project is an initiative of 36 Lion Investment, Diamond Sports and Lagos Enigma.

Top European scouts from Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Norway and Spain would be on ground to select talented players at the competition.

Club Owners: We won't play in a league run like a private business

By Olusola Adebayo

NWFL club owners group photograph taken in Lagos after the election of new executive commitee of the association

If feelers coming from the women's football sector in Nigeria is anything to go by, there may be a delay in the resumption of next season's football leagues. 

Delta Queens' Henrrieta Ehiarbor, the chairperson of the NWFL club owners

This is because the Club Owners Association of the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL have threatened to boycott the league fixed for September if the NWFL body does not fix the anomalies in the administration of the league.

The club owners in the women's football recently elected new officers with Henrietta Ehiabor leading the reformed association who have promised to bring freshness to the league and ensure that there will be absolute transparency that will bring about the doctrine of checks and balances in the league. 

They believed that the composition of the NWFL board is illegal, as it should have representatives of club owners on its board but the existence of a caretaker committee for the NWFL in place, could not allow that from happening making the club owners plan a standoff from the league until the NWFL constitutes a legal board. The Club Owners insisted that elections to herald new leadership of the NWFL Board are supposed to take place before the new could commence.

A top official of the Club Owners' body who spoke with our reporter on the condition of anonymity disclosed that the latest stand of the owners will remain unchanged until the needful is done. 

"The election of the new club owners board last week did not sit well with the league body and they have released a statement, saying they only recognize the body led by former chairperson of the association, Mrs Matilda Otuene.

"This stance from the league body has been interpreted as interference and autocracy and the club owners are ready to repel any form of such in the running of their affairs, as they believe being independent will return accountability and inclusiveness in the leagues."

Among the issues of concern for the league, the body is that they said that the chairperson of the NWFL, Aisha Falode, has been running the league like a private business for five years without rendering an account of how the league is being run.

This, they said, must come to an end before they agree to start a new season, as they are all critical stakeholders of the league and must be carried along.

NWFL: Ehiabor defeats Matilda to emerge as NWFL Club Owners Chairperson

Following several weeks of suspense, elections for the board of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Club Owners finally took place on Thursday at Radisson Blu Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos. 

After a transparent exercise, Delta Queens' Ehiabor Henrietta emerged as the New Chairperson after defeating incumbent Matilda Otuene of Rivers Angels.

The election was scheduled by the former Chairperson Matilda Otuene after a simple majority activated a part of the constitution that says "an emergency meeting can be called either by the Excos or simple majority."

26 clubs from the NWFL Premiership and Championship were in attendance with only Pelican Stars not represented.

Barrister Paul Edeh (Naija Ratels), Omokhagbor Sixtus (Edo Queens), Rollanson Odeh (Ibom Angels), Victor Ejiofor (Imo Strikers), Ademola Kiyesola (Moje Queens), Gloria Anta (Oasis) and Kuhwa Jeremiah (Honey Badgers) were in attendance at the meeting. They also voted in the election.

At the meeting, the Excos were dissolved, and three panel electoral committee was set up as stated in the Association's constitution. The election was properly carried out and winners emerged.

The electoral committee was made up of:

A. Hajia Husseini Suleiman – Chairperson Nasarawa Amazons (Chairman)

B. Danny Nazzal – Chairman Dannaz Ladies FC (Member)

C. Alimasan K. Edema – General Manager Royal Queens (Secretary)

Several elements had tried to restrain the NWFL Club Owners from going on with the transparent process, but the electoral committee headed by Hajia Hussaina went ahead with the elections.

In the election which was conducted at Radisson Blu Hotel, Ehiabor pulled a total of 16 votes to beat Rivers Angels General Manager, Matilda Otuene. Matilda pulled a total of 10 votes.

Aminu Muhammed narrowly defeated FC Robo Queens owner Emmanuel Osahon for the position of Vice Chairman. He had 14 votes against his opponent's 12.

Abolore Rahman of Dream Stars had 17 votes against Akingbade Temitope (Osun Babes) 9.

Ojo Tosin of Confluence Queens emerged as Treasurer.

Other members of the Club Owners board are Kehinde Odogun (Financial Secretary), Humphrey Njoku (PRO) and Sylvia (Assistant Secretary).

The NWFL Club Owners thanked Hajia Hussaina Suleiman of Nasarawa Amazons for a motherly role in the progress of the Association.

The meeting appreciated the leadership of Matilda Otuene for her efforts over the years.

Ehiabor who was immediately sworn in along with the other board members assured all candidates that she would carry every football stakeholder along in her challenge to move Nigerian women's football forward.

She said, "I accept the very big task now on my shoulder today I hope to discharge my well for the development of women's football."

"I want to be at every club owner's service and that of the Association. I want to be accountable and ensure the growth of women's football in Nigeria.

"As a former board member and General Manager of Delta Force, I understand what growth entails."

Foreign Scouts Set To Glitter Amapro Football Championship

The annual Amparo Football Championship which has now become a constant feature in preparing players for the new football season and this year's edition will be graced by foreign scouts Sportspedal reports. 

This was contained In a release put out by the organiser, Freestyle Sports. 

This year's version will be the seventh edition of the tournament with professional and amateur players expected to take part.

The competition will hold from 8th to 14th August.

According to the Chief Executive Officer of the brand, Shogo Shodunnke, the tournament will see 16 teams participating.

Under the auspices of the Kwara State Football Association, AMAPRO has grown in status over the years due to a large number of quality players and teams participating and the proper management of the tournament by its organisers.

Shodunnke revealed that this year’s edition which would take place in Ilorin, Kwara (as usual). The competition would look to be an improvement on the high standard of the previous editions.

“We are expecting teams from near and far, in and out of Kwara State to participate in the competition this year and we promise to leave no stone unturned in ensuring that teams get the right platform to express their talents and that fans get the opportunity of watching the future stars of the country,” Shodunnke stated.

He further confirmed that Football scouts and agents from Europe are expected to be in Kwara to watch this year's edition.

Shodunnke, a FIFA-trained Sports Manager has been widely applauded by fans and participating clubs for his tireless efforts in organising the competition which has produced young players that are currently playing their trade at the top level both home and abroad.

NPFL All Stars, Jazzy Stars, Terwoh Sports Club, Tiyu Football Academy, AMPRO Selected, NLO All Stars, NNL All Stars, Abraysport FC, Kwara Football Academy and Dickalo Football Academy have confirmed their readiness for the competition.

The partners of the seventh edition of the Amapro Football Competition are Kwara State Sports Commission, Kwara State Football Association, Kwara Football Academy, Excel All Stars, Cyteck Engineering, Afribase Nig Ltd, and Afase Nig Ltd, TSTV, Dickalo Nig. Ltd and Abraysport.

Further information on the competition can be gotten from 08033408685.

Sarata wins Richy Inter University Football League best player award

Sarata Bello, an undergraduate of Ahmadu Bello University has been named best player of the Richy Inter University Football League in Kaduna. 

The youngster who also captains the Ahmadu Bello University squad, helped the team to finish first on the ladder. "I am very proud of this award. I was named as the best player in the tournament, all this has been possible thanks to your continued support," Bello said in message to the Media during the award nite. 

The soft spoken baller says that she draws inspiration from Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala. "As a footballer you strive to become good and improve in all ramifications. For me I always watch the video clips of Asisat Oshoala. She is my role model. 

The youngster who was brilliant for the ABU team tormented defenders with her direct and mobile approach. The Methodist High School product will be hoping to further develop herself as a footballer in years to come.

Sarata opens up on her love for health care profession

 

Lincoln City University undergraduate, Sarata Bello has stated why she intends to be in the Health Care line in future.

The versatile Lincoln Lion star has done well to combine football and education in the United States of America since arriving from her native NIGERIA. 

Bello who also studied at Methodist High School, Sagamu says the love for the Healthcare profession really inspired her.

She mused in a chat with the Media: "Most people value their health above everything else in their lives whether they know it or not." 

" When someone is sick or injured, his or her normal way of life is disrupted and health care practitioners have the incredible opportunity to restore these people's lives to normalcy and even save some from death itself."

"Becoming a Health Practitioner means learning everything there is to know about the human body."

The human body itself is an incredible thing to study and medical students and doctors have the opportunity to further examine it with the most innovative technology. 

" From the pumping of the heart to drugs that take away pain to machines that allow you look inside a person, modern medicine remains one of the most fascinating subjects in the world. By the virtue of their title, we are trusted with sensitive information that most other people would not have access to. Patients share their deepest concerns with their doctors in hopes of being healed. To be trusted to this extent by anybody is a great honor."

"Health care experts are considered the leaders in health care and often have the final say on treatment decisions. When they talk, people usually listen. We interact with different kinds of people with various ailments every day. The variety of experiences guarantees that every day will have some sort of excitement."

"Just because you are a health care expert does not mean you have to see patients all day every day. There are numerous opportunities available for MD’s and DO’s: clinical research, basic science research, journalism, consulting, business ventures, hospital administration, public health, and public policy," she added.

Sarata Bello is expected to graduate from Lincoln City University before the year runs out.

2022 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon: Olumide Oyedeji To Run Lagos With Sanwo-Olu, Shaibu

Basketball legend Olumide Oyedeji over the weekend signed for the 2022 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon.

Oyedeji who visited the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, Marathon Village at Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere commended the headline sponsor of the race Access Bank for their fate in the race which has rubbed off positively on Lagos State and Nigeria. 

Discussing with the General Manager Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Yussuf Alli after signing his form, he said: 

“I must commend Nilayo Nigeria Limited the Project Consultant and the secretariat headed by you. Your pedigree as an athlete and administrator is well known but I must commend the headline sponsor Access Bank for investing in the race when it was just an idea on paper”.

Oyedeji said the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has put Lagos on the global sports map, “everywhere I go people always talk about Access Bank Lagos City Marathon informing me that we are doing a good job and that will be coming to Lagos to run the marathon. 

The decision of foreigners to come to my city and run motivated me to decide to run this year. It will be a great honour to run along with the Governor of Lagos State Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Edo State Deputy-Governor Philip Shaibu and hundreds of thousands of runners from different parts of the world”.

Oyedeji urged celebrities in the sports and entertainment industry to join hands with the Lagos State Government to add colour to the annual marathon.

“Alicia Keys and celebrities in New York join the New York Marathon not just to run but because they know celebrity participation motivates millions and once millions show interest worldwide, it brings economy business to the city. 

In other American cities, celebrities join their local marathon I am appealing to celebrities in Lagos to embrace Access Bank Lagos City Marathon”. Said Oyedeji

36 Lions Product Collins Yira Sor Joins Peter Olayinka In Slavia Praha

36 Lions product Collins Yira Sor has joined Slavia Praha on a five-year deal from Banik Ostrava. 

The contract will keep the former Nigeria youth international at the Sinobo Stadium until December 2026, and he joins compatriots Peter Olayinka and Ubong Ekpai. 

Sor has played 16 matches in the current Czech Fortuna Liga campaign, scoring three goals and providing five assists. 

He has the chance of playing in the UEFA Europa Conference League.

After completing the move, the attacker spoke of his ambition with his new side.

“I am very positive, both on and off the pitch and I am very much looking forward to this new challenge,” Sor told the Media.

“As a player I am versatile, I usually play as a winger but I can also play well in midfield and as a striker.

“My ambitions at the club? Help Slavia Praha beat Fenerbahce in the next round of UEFA Europa Conference League and of course become champions. I also want to win the League title too. We should aspire to that!”

Yira Sor developed his game in Lagos at 36 Lion before switching to Banik Ostrava in February 2021.

The 36 graduates made two appearances for the Nigeria team at the 2019 U20 FIFA World Cup.  

The transfer was a bit frustrating but one of 36 Lion European representatives Mr Hannes D'Hoop made sure all stones were turned. Mr D’Hoop left Belgium and stayed in the Czech Republic for two weeks until Collins Sor signed.

Collins Sor kicked his first ball at Family Love Academy in Port Harcourt owned by Jeremiah Atu Kalu before coming to 36 Lion where his potentials were maximized as a young speedster.

Olowookeere, Omokwo Receive NWFL Premiership December Manager, Player Of The Month Awards

 Ratels FC Manager, Bankole Olowookeere and Confluence Queens forward Mercy Omokwo both received their Naija Women Football League Awards for the best Coach and player for December. 

The duo picked up their awards on Wednesday at the Ilorin Township Stadium, just before the NWFL Premiership Week Five game between Confluence Queens and Naija Ratels. 

Mercy Omokwo in the first week of January was nominated for the NWFL Premiership Player for the month of December alongside Abigail Sunday of Nasarawa Amazons and Olamide Adugbe of Naija Ratels. 

The in-form striker scored four goals in December, including a hat-trick against Pelican Stars in week one of the NWFL Premiership and went on to gain over 70% of votes from Women Football experts, thus becoming the first recipients of the prestigious Award for the 2022 NWFL Premiership season. 

Olowookeere won two matches, including a 2-2 draw against Edo Queens at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin. The former Dreamstar Ladies Coach got the accolades ahead of Liadi Bashiru of Confluence Queens and Christopher Danjuma of Nasarawa Amazons. 

Mercy Omokwo after receiving the awards hailed her teammates and everyone involved in the team for giving her the platform and support needed to excel. 

"This is the first time I am winning the player of the month award and for me, it is something special. Hopefully, I can win more in the future. I am indeed grateful to all my teammates for their great support, and also to the technical crew and management as a whole. I will continue to give my support to confluence Queens.

Pleased to be recognized, Bankole Olowookeere was also eager to give credit to his players, technical assistants, backroom staff and Club President, Barrister Paul Edeh for their help in allowing the team to perform to a top-level. 

"I am just grateful to be part of this wonderful team," he said after receiving the top-level There are no egos in the squad, no cliques, everyone is a tight unit and that helps us on the pitch. He concluded.

NFF celebrates Francis Achi at 50 years

It was a double celebration here in Garoua, Cameroon where Francis Achi, highly reputable Nigerian journalist clocked the golden age of 50 years and the Super Eagles also won their last group game against Guinea Bissau 2-0 to spice up the day.

Achi, popularly known as Totori Master, is the publisher of www.totorinews.com, also  the media officer of the Golden Eaglets of Nigeria and the NFF chiefs here in Garoua, Cameroon gave him a pleasant surprise birthday celebration as they baked a special cake for the milestone he has achieved.

"We thank God as we celebrate Francis Achi, whom we all call Totori on this occasion of his 50th birthday, his golden jubilee and to mark his day, NFF presented a special cake for the celebration," Fresh Yusuf, chairman technical committee of the NFF said.

"We are happy to celebrate a brother and friend in the football family in Nigeria and we want to urge him to remain steadfast in the discharge of his duties" he added.

Speaking also at the event, Hon. Sunday Samson Longbap, chairman of Plateau State Football Association, admonished him to always be guided with wisdom in whatever decision  he takes, noting that attaining the age of 50 years is a welcome to the club of elders and elders are known for their acts of wisdom.

"You are welcome to the table of elders as we all join you to celebrate your 50 years on earth. God deserves the honour and glory for this feat and we pray that you will apply more wisdom in all you do," Hon. Longbap advised.

The celebrant gave thanks to God and also appreciate the NFF for honouring his day, as he crowned it by singing a special number ' 'Goodness of God" to the delight of everyone at the event.

It was then dance, dance, dance with a lot of merryment.

Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup: Eyiowuawi FC Tackle Hammola Int'l FC In Final

The stage is now set for the final of this year's Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup, as Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC, Ede-South defeated GFCC Ede-North by 2-0 in the second Semi-Final played on Thursday, at the Ido-Osun High School, Ido-Osun.

Goals from Farooq Oyeniyi and Taiwo Lawal in the 65th and 77th minute ensured that the Ede-South based side got to their first-ever final. 

Recall that the first Semi-Final played between Hammola Int'l FC and New Dawn FC on Wednesday also ended 2-0 in favour of the Ido-Osun side. 

The final of the tournament between Hammola Int'l FC and Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC will come up this Saturday, January 15th, which is a significant date, as it is the birthday of the late first executive Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke. 

 The Competition, which is dedicated in honour of the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adeleke is solely sponsored by Rep. Bamidele Salam who represents the good people of Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo Federal Constituency of Osun State in the National Assembly.

The final of the Competition will be played at 3 pm at the Federal Polytechnic Ede, Football Pitch.

Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup: Hammola Int'l FC Cruise Into Final, As Organisers Present Set Of Jerseys To Finalists

Hammola Int'l FC has booked their place in the final of the Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup. 

The Ido-Osun based side booked one of the tickets after defeating New United FC of Ejigbo by two goals to nil on Wednesday evening at the Muslim High School Ede Football pitch. 

Two beautiful strikes from Adekunle Shakiru and Abiodun Tiamiyu gave the victory against New United FC side. 

The 'Lee Bombers' showed class and dexterity right from the start of the game and left no one in doubt in their determination to pick one of the final tickets. 

The Egbedore flag bearers will now meet the winners of the Semi-Final clash between Babatunde Eyiowuawi FC (Ede South) and GFCC FC (Ede North) which will come up at the Ido-Osun High School, Ido-Osun on Thursday Evening. 

Customary of the sponsor of the annual grassroots football fiesta, Representative Bamidele Salam, presented both Hamola FC Ido-Osun and New United FC Ejigbo with brand new football kits including a set of 20 pieces Football Jerseys with the same number of Football Hose and a pair of Goalkeeper Glove each. 

The adoring football kits, being the first layer of prizes for outstanding teams in the tournament, are to be used by the teams in the final and the 3rd place playoffs on Saturday.

All roads now lead to Ido-Osun High School for the highly anticipated contest between the other two teams from the ancient city of Ede, who like their counterparts in the other two local governments, will have their match decided at a neutral ground at the Ido-Osun High School.

The Competition, which is dedicated in honour of the first Civilian Governor of Osun State, Otunba Isiaka Adeleke is solely sponsored by Rep. Bamidele Salam who represents the good people of Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore and Ejigbo Federal Constituency of Osun State in the National Assembly.

The final Competition will come up on the 15th of January 2022 in Ede.