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By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Oyo State Sports Commissioner for Youth and Sports Miss Wasilat Adegoke has charged over one hundred Team Oyo Para Atheles to imporve more on their performance and go for glory ahead of the second edition of the National Para Games 2023 holding at the National Stadium, Abuja. The commissioner while addressing the para athletes before thier departure to the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja commended them for thier solid preparations and test competitions under the Acting General Manager of the Oyo State Sports Council Mr Tunde Ajibike. She thanked the state governor, His Excellency, Engr Seyi Makinde for providing all necessary resources and support while assuring the contingents of Governor Seyi Makinde’s unwavering support and commitment to their welfare.  The contingents which consist of athletes, coaches, sport officers and other officials will participate at the 7-days tournament scheduled to hold in Abu...

...Declares 2nd Edition Open  The Minister of Sports Development,  Senator John Owan Enoh proudly declared open the eagerly awaited 2nd Edition of the National Para Games, marking the commencement of an inspiring showcase of resilience, determination, and extraordinary sporting talent. The National Para Games, a testament to inclusivity and support for athletes with disabilities, commenced with a spectacular opening ceremony held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, attracting participants from various states across the nation. The Games stand as a beacon of empowerment and encouragement for athletes with disabilities to pursue their passion for sports at a competitive level. Senator John Owan Enoh, in his inaugural address, highlighted the significance of the National Para Games as a platform to celebrate the spirit and remarkable abilities of para-athletes. He emphasized the government's will to promote inclusivity in sports, providing equal opportunities for all...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Over one hundred contingents from which consist of athletes, coaches, sports officers and officials from Oyo State will participate at the forthcoming second edition of National Para Games, scheduled to hold in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory from 7th to 14th December, 2023. The Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable, Miss Wasilat Adegoke dropped this hint today in Ibadan. The Commissioner disclosed that the 7 days tournament will involve all the states of the federation, including the Federal Capital Territory. The sports that Oyo State athletes will feature include Para Athletics; Para Cycling; Para Swimming; Para Canoeing; Para Karate; Para Powerlifting, Para table tennis, wheelchair basketball and wheelchair tennis. Honourable Wasilat remarked that Oyo State secured second overall position during the first edition of the Para Games held in April 2022. She said further that "we are opt...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Gateway United Football Club of Abeokuta Head Coach Samson Omiponle has promised teeming fans, supporters and the loving popele of Ogun state that his team will go for maximum points and not to repeat mistakes made in a defeat to Crown FC, in tomorrow's rescheduled fixture against Osun United. (L-R) Amuda Olatunji- Goalkeeper Coach, Rasheed Bamgbose - 1st Ass. Coach, Samson Omiponle - Head Coach, Emmanuel Bamidele - 2nd Ass. Coach The former Warri Wolves handler joined the former premier league side last season after the sack of Toyin Ayinla, who until the last matchday of the NNL22 escaped relegation. Omiponle in a chat with OyoSportsNews after losing to Crown FC by 2-0 admitted that his team were psychologically down, and were behind Crown FC's match fitness level due to the sudden decision made by the Nigeria National League body after late registration. He confessed that his team made costly mistake...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update In continuation of its efforts to create a more cordial relationship amongst football stakeholders, political leaders and the traditional institutions, the management of Crown Football Club of Ogbomoso paid a courtesy visit to the Soun of Ogbomoso land His Royal Majesty Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, Orumogege III on Monday. The visit, led by the club general manager Mr Olamide Ilupeju, stated that the courtesy call was aimed at seeking the support and blessings of His Royal Majesty as the club continues to achieve its promotion target at the ongoing Nigeria National League 2023/24 season. Oba Ghandi, who is a keen follower of the game, advised the players to be disciplined and focus on the assignment at hand. He also charged the management of Crown FC to work hand in hand and secure the promotion ticket to the elite league. 

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Sanni Nurudeen scored twice to help Crown FC to maintain top position at the matchday three of the Nigeria National League 2023/24 season by beating Gateway United 2-0 at Soun stadium.  The young prolific winger, who renewed his contract at the end of NNL 2022 scored his first goal at the 44th minute after connecting well with Temitope Folarin's cross shortly before half-time and then sealed the three points for the Ajilete Warriors at the 66th with a grounder shot from the flank area. Victory moved Raheem Tajudeen's side above other teams in the group B2 standings after picking nine points in three matches. [2-1 vs FC One Rocket, 2-1 vs Inter LagosFC and 2-0 vs Gateway United FC], and with another trip to Lagos on Monday, 11th of December against Tradesafe FC, Crown FC will be looking to consolidate and keep the momentum going with a possible three points. "It was very hard. This is always one of t...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Crown FC of Ogbomoso this evening at the Soun stadium maintained their top position on the Nigeria National League group B2 standings following a 2-0 win at home to Gateway United FC. Sanni Nurudeen broke the deadlock for the homers in the 44th minute with a fine header in the box after Temitope Folarin's cross from the corner flag. The visitors had the chance to equalise immediately when Folalu Wasiu had a good chance but went off target. Former Crown FC winger, Babatunde Damilare, who was introduced at the 46th minute for Gateway United gave good account of himself after creating many chabces, making moves but a tree doesnt make a forest for the short fast winger. At the 66th minute, Sanni Nurudeen punished Lanre Ferinyaro's weakness at the right back with a curled grounder shot and the stadium erupted with an uncontrollable sound as the homers made it two. The Ajilete Warriors sealed another three poi...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Crown Football Club of Ogbomoso Head Coach Raheem Tajudeen has praised his side’s in Nigeria National League matchday three win over Gateway United FC today. Sanni Nurudeen got a brace as the Ajilete Warriors picked up a three consecutive win. The warriors had defeated FC OneRocket and International Lagos FC in the previous matchday one and two respectively at the ongoing campaign. Their win has helped them maintain top spot with nine points in three matches on group B2 standings. Osun United, Ijebu United, and other contenders are behind the Ogbomoso based side on the log. Speaking to OyoSportsNews at the post-match interview, Raheem Tajudeen said; "It was not an easy win. People might see it more easily than our first match at home but tactically speaking, it wasn't easy at all. They came with a game plan, but my players overpowered them. The first twenty minutes weren't good enough, but it wa...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Crown FC head coach Raheem Tajudeen has urged his players to forget about the win over International Lagos FC last Saturday and make sure they hold on to their momentum when they face Gateway United on Saturday at the Soun stadium. The Ajilete Warriors so far are unbeaten in two matches following thier 2-1 win over FC One Rocket in matchday one and another impressive comeback win against International Lagos FC last weekend at Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos. The Ogbomoso based side lost 1-0 at home to Gateway United FC last season and Raheem Tajudeen wants to make sure history isn't repeated. "I think it's always important to start off well. We've managed to do that against FC One Rocket, a tough team. We consolidated the form in Lagos against Inter Lagos FC, though a difficult win. Now that this has been done, the players must focus on the next chapter which is against Gateway United FC." ...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Crown Football Club of Ogbomoso Supporters' Club Chairman, Pastor Dare Alao has urged his members, fans and football lovers in Ogbomoso to embrace peace, love and promote unity as the club host Gateway United of Abeokuta tomorrow at the Soun stadium. Recall that the Crown FC were sanctioned and fined by the Nigeria National League last season over unruly behaviour and were asked to play three matches behind closed doors. Now that the club had been cleared to allow supporters, fans, and lovers back to their stands, Prophet Dare Alao, in an exclusive interview with OyoSportsNews via telephone call expressed readiness to curb crowd disorder and hooliganism. "We regretted what happened last season against Ijebu United, we were unable to promote due to the attitude of the spectators. It was really painful. This season, we have mapped out strategies, and there is no going back on its implementation." ...

In a dedicated effort to fortify and enhance the sports landscape in Nigeria, the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has revealed a comprehensive six-point agenda known as W.A.I.F.A.R to drive sports development in the nation. In a meeting with the Permanent Secretary and all directors of the Ministry to commemorate his 100 days in office, Enoh unveiled the strategic framework that will guide sports development from the new year. He said that the objective of the agenda is to rejuvenate and restore sports to its former glory, consolidating its significance within Nigeria's cultural and competitive landscape. "This agenda is meticulously designed to bolster growth and excellence within the country's sports sector," the Minister said.  "We must key into President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda and strive to propel the sports industry to newer heights. President Tinubu's genuine enthusiasm for sports underscores his unwavering co...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update The Soun Stadium in Ogbomoso will this weekend again ring to the sound of chanting fans and supporters after the behind closed doors sanctions imposed on Crown Football Club are over with the club hosting Gateway United FC of Abeokuta With thousands of fans and supporters expected to fill the stadium to brim this Saturday, Oyo State Football Association under the Chairmanship of HRM Oba James Odeniran, the Alakinyele of Akinyele has warned fans, supporters and other spectators to control thier anger before it land the club to another sanctions and fine. In a letter signed by the association secretary Mr Kehinde Adebayo Ojelowo which was made available to OyoSportsNews , the Oyo State Football Association is delighted to have fans back to the stadium after three matches behind closed doors. The letter further warned fans to control their emotions and to shun violence, hooliganism, and unruly behaviours to visitin...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update As fans and supporters are expected back to the Soun stadium, the traditional home for Crown FC after three matches behind closed doors sanctions placed on them by the Nigeria National League over unruly act. General manager of the club, Mr Olamide Ilupeju, has expressed his appreciation to Crown FC fans and supporters since the beginning of the season despite the restrictions. The Ajilete Warriors have maintained a perfect start after two matches with the latest win in Lagos over International Lagos FC and Olamide Ilupeju believed all sons and daughters of Ogbomoso deserve all credits for their amazing support. Olamide Ilupeju opined that the supports received from the fans and supporters in spite of the sanctions were absolutely amazing and believed six points from two matches is definitely a morale booster going into the next match against Gateway. "Despite the fact that we played behind closed doors aga...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Crown Football Club of Ogbomoso forward Adekunle Mojeed described scoring his first goal for the club as a "dream come true", and dedicated the strike to the entire management, technical crew and players of the club. Adekunle Mojeed says scoring the winning goal in a tensed match against International Lagos FC is simply the most satisfying moment, especially when it matters most for the club. "When I scored that goal, it's like I suddenly come alive, and I can hear the crowd, the atmosphere, for that six or seven seconds. It's a m☆d feeling." "The target of every player is to sore goals. Even a goalkeeper would want to score during penalty shoot-out. When the coach asked me to dress up, we were a goal down and all I could do is to help the team get an equalizer until Temitope Folarin levelled up. I was fortunate to be at the right time with the goal. I'm just too happy to hav...

By Oluseyi Adedire Twitter/Instagram: @oyosportsnews FB: Oyo Sports Update Crown FC of Ogbomoso head coach Raheem Tajudeen has played down his team's start to the season by insisting that the Ajilete Warriors are "far from perfection". The Ogbomoso based side have enjoyed a perfect start to their promotion target campaign thus far this season with two wins in two matches. FC One Rocket were the first victim at Ogbomoso last weekend, followed by International Lagos FC at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos. Yet, Raheem Tajudeen feels there is still much more room for improvement. Raheem Tajudeen believes that his side will continue to improve throughout the campaign.  "We are far from perfection because no one is perfect except Almighty Allah. We try to improve every day. We did that today. There are always new aspects coming into our game. At Ogbomoso last weekend, the players were jittery in front of goals and we wasted many good chances, today, we had few chances an...