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Reporting and analysis from the Sports desk.
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The University of Ibadan has recognized Kehinde Olaosebikan for his pivotal role in establishing the university’s Sports Academy, highlighting the importance of private-sector support in youth development. The award underscores the academy's mission to merge athletic talent discovery with academic resources.
Christabel Chukwuonye has been named captain of Nigeria’s 14-player squad for the upcoming ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division 1 Qualifier. The team features a strong contingent from Benin Technical College as they seek to secure a spot on the global stage.
The Benin Technical College Old Students Association has presented cash rewards to the school's football team following their Principal Cup victory. The event celebrated the students' sporting achievement while reinforcing the mentorship bond between alumni and current players.
Babatunde Omijeh has lauded the Italian Consulate General in Lagos for its U-20 Football Tournament, highlighting the initiative as a strategic tool for sports diplomacy and youth empowerment. The program is recognized for fostering stronger people-to-people relations and international cooperation between Nigeria and Italy.
Daniel Adegboyega, a former Jacksonville State basketball player, has been remanded in custody in Alabama following first-degree rape charges. The case has drawn international attention as federal agents revealed the athlete's student visa had expired in 2023.
APC Deputy Governorship Candidate Princess Damilola Sonayon James joined community leaders in Badagry for World Cycling Day 2026, welcoming Tour d'Afrique cyclists while urging youth engagement in sports and rallying support for the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
