The Nationwide League One (NLO) playoffs in Ijebu Ode are currently in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons, as tensions rise and suspicions of unethical conduct cloud the final fixtures. A particularly sharp warning has been issued by concerned stakeholders and watchdog groups against Magic Stars FC, who are accused of stirring unnecessary controversy to mask their own controversial past. Over recent weeks, the league has come under scrutiny following several accusations from club owners and observers. At the heart of it is the fierce race for promotion and the equally desperate fight to avoid relegation. While the NLO…
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Akeem Busari
Akeem Busari is a seasoned Nigerian sports journalist known for his authoritative coverage, consistency, and deep passion for grassroots football. With decades of experience, he has earned a reputation as one of the country’s most trusted sports media voices. He is the creator and administrator of the Nigeria Sports Centre, a leading WhatsApp-based community for real-time sports news and analysis. Busari also serves as the Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association Media Committee, where he contributes to shaping football communication and promoting local talent. His commitment to authentic storytelling and grassroots sports development continues to inspire the next generation of journalists and enthusiasts across Nigeria.
The Indoor Sports Hall of the Ondo State Sports Commission in Akure, hosted a three-day ‘Shuttle Time’ Teachers Course from June 26th to 28th, 2025, drawing participants from 17 schools across the state in a bid to expand grassroots badminton development. The course kicked off at 12:30 p.m. on a rainy Thursday, with an initial attendance of 17 teachers, one coach, and 56 students. By the second day, participation grew to include three coaches and 72 students, bringing the total number of attendees to 92. Read Also: From One Keeper to Another: Referee Adams Salauddin Pays Emotional Tribute to Peter…
The Ajeromi-Ifelodun Sports Council, a creation of Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government, Lagos, has announced the formation of its LMC for the upcoming season. The committee is comprised of experienced individuals with a passion for football and a commitment to promoting the sport in the Ajegunle community. The League Management Committee is led by Peter Okereke, who also doubles as the CEO of Paddysco Sports Limited, a sportspreneur who is renowned for his vast experience in player management and sports administration. Read Also: Alli Ramadan Shines Bright as Top Referee at National Youth League Super 8 Shola Omojoye, who is President of…
Ahead of the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket championship coming up in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced the preliminary squad for the senior women’s national team, D’Tigress, as the team officially commences preparations to defend its title. As part of the roadmap to the championship, the team will open training camp with a series of structured activities, including their much-anticipated Homecoming Games. Read Also: Francis Orbih Eyes Olympic Glory for Nigeria’s Badminton at Los Angeles 2028 These exhibition matches will serve both as a celebration of the team’s success and as a key element in evaluating…
Francis Orbhi- Badminton Federation of Nigeria president
Ex-Nigeria international players, led by Waidi Akanni, have been constituted into a monitoring committee for the construction of the CMS Sports Complex. The groundbreaking of the sports complex located inside the CMS Primary School was done on Wednesday by the Executive Chairman of Bariga local government, Hon. Alabi Kolade David, and assisted by Hon. Bukola Adedeji, the Bariga APC Chairmanship candidate. Read Also: Five Clever Psychological Tactics to Make Her Miss You: Mastering the Art of Healthy Relationship Dynamics Speaking at the historic ceremony, ex-Nigeria international star player Waidi Akanni, who led other ex-internationals that included former Nigeria and PSG…
In a bid to enhance the educational and sporting development of students at Saint Maria Goretti Girls Grammar School (SMGGGS) in Benin City, the Francis and Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation, has secured approval from the Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Education, to construct an outdoor netball court within the school premises. The approval that was conveyed via an official correspondence from the Edo State Ministry of Education, reflects the government’s recognition of the Ibhawoh Foundation as a reputable and impactful NGO. Read Also: Yemisi Akintoye Clears CAF Fitness Test for WAFCON Referees in Cairo The Ministry commended the Foundation’s…
The management of the Nigeria National League (NNL), on Tuesday, announced the expulsion of the Lagos-based NNL side, 1472 football club, from the 2024/2025 season. The team was expelled after missing three matches in the ongoing season. And following the unfortunate situation, the Lagos State Football Association (LSFA), has reacted quickly to the matter, which it described as painful and unfortunate. In a statement signed by the Lagos FA Chairman, Hajji Gafar Liameed, it calls the expulsion of the team and the decision of the NNL regrettable and a big lesson to other teams to ensure financial stability before they…
Akeem Busari The Boxing Promoters Association of Nigeria (BPAN) has unveiled a free healthcare package for Nigerian boxers under its welfare program “BPAN-Care”. The body in partnership with the New Ikeja Hospital has announced the first-of-its-kind healthcare initiative for pugilists. The partnership was formalized in Lagos over the weekend with the signing of an MOU after BPAN executives led by the president, Hon. Omonlei Imadu, met officials of the New Ikeja Hospital at the medical facility. Read Also: Sporting Coders: Empowering Bayelsa Schoolgirls with Netball and Coding Skills The NIH had partnered with BPAN, aligning its community and outreach project…
Akeem Busari CSED (Community Sports and Educational Development) Initiative in a recent press release has confirmed that four of the twenty-one secondary school students who participated in the 12-week-long Sporting Coders pilot programme are now currently studying at the university. The Sporting Coders programme involved the netballers of Tare Pet Montessori Group of Schools in Yenagoa (Bayelsa State), combining netball training with learning how to code. The pilot project, which was designed and powered by the CSED Initiative, was implemented by Funsho Ekundayo and Victoria Allison Ayebaifie (netball coaches) and Humphrey Okonkwo Nnaemeka (IT teacher) and was case-managed by Catherine…