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OGBE SECONDARY SCHOOL AND IDIA COLLEGE CROWNED CHAMPIONS AS EDO GOVERNOR'S CUP 2025 CONCLUDES IN GRAND STYLE

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It was a festival of football, unity, and youthful excellence on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025, as the curtain fell on the much-celebrated Edo Governor’s Cup 2025. The finals, held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, drew a capacity crowd of students, teachers, sports lovers, and top government officials, all gathered to witness the climax of a tournament that had, over several weeks, captivated the entire state. In the highly anticipated male category final, Ogbe Secondary School proved their mettle and dominance with a resounding 3-0 victory over St. Peter’s Grammar School, Agenebode. Right from the kickoff, the boys from Ogbe set the tone, displaying flair, discipline, and tactical superiority. The first goal came courtesy of Osifo Believe, whose clinical finish sent the Ogbe fans into wild celebrations. The team doubled their advantage through Idor Samuel, whose audacious strike from outside the box left the St. Peter's goalkeeper rooted to the spot. The match was sealed w...
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Gov. Okpebolo Rewards Edo Governors Cup Champions With Brand-New Buses

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 Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebolo rewarded the champions of the 2025 Edo Governors Cup with brand-new Toyota Hiace buses. In an electrifying finale held on Tuesday, 27th May 2025, Ogbe Secondary School stamped their authority in the male category, defeating St. Peter's Grammar School, Agenebode 3-0. Goals from Osifo Believe, Idor Samuel, and Izregba Ogijo secured a convincing victory and crowned them champions. In the female category, Idia College proved their class with a 2-0 win over St. Angela Grammar School. Strikes from Umoru Fatima and Enoduwenben Favour ensured the girls lifted the coveted trophy. However, the defining moment of the day came after the final whistle, when Governor Monday Okpebolo personally handed over two brand-new Toyota Hiace buses, one each to Ogbe Secondary School and Idia College. The governor’s generous gesture sparked wild celebrations among students, staff, and supporters of both schools. “This is our way of encouraging grassroots sports and rewar...
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Edo Governor’s Cup: Gov. Okpebolo, Other Top Dignitaries to Attend as St Peter’s, Ogbe, Idia, St Angela Set Up Finals Showdown

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  The air in Edo State is thick with excitement as the curtain prepares to fall on the highly anticipated Edo State Governor’s Cup 2025, with four outstanding schools earning their rightful places in the male and female finals. The annual football showpiece, known for unearthing some of the state’s brightest young talents, will climax in grand style on Tuesday, May 27th, Children’s Day, at the historic Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City. From the opening whistle to the semi-final clashes, this year’s Governor’s Cup has lived up to its billing, a vibrant celebration of skill, passion, and youthful ambition. Organized by the School Sports Foundation and powered by Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Ltd, the competition has drawn participation from schools across the state, providing a platform for budding footballers to showcase their talents and represent their communities with pride. In the female category, football powerhouse Idia College delivered a masterclass in dominance, overwhelmi...
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Edo Governor's Cup 2025: Young Talents Set to Shine at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium

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Edo Governors Cup 2025: Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium To Host Grand Finale On Children’s Day.  The highly anticipated finale of the Edo Governor’s Cup 2025, a grassroots football showcase designed to harness young talents from secondary schools across the state. The final, set to hold on Children’s Day, May 27, 2025, at the iconic Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, promises to be a thrilling spectacle celebrating both youth and sporting excellence. Organized by the Schools’ Sport Foundation in collaboration with the Edo State Ministry of Education and the Edo State Sports Commission, and proudly sponsored by Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited, the Governor’s Cup has grown to become one of the most prestigious inter-school football tournaments in Nigeria, offering a platform for both male and female footballers to shine. This year’s edition has been nothing short of electric, with schools from across the 18 Local Government Areas of Edo State battling fiercely for a coveted place in t...
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Nigeria Sports Achievers Awards: Oyebode Honored for Innovative Leadership in Grassroots Sports Development.

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  Akin Oyebode, the Commissioner for Finance and Economic Development in Ekiti State, has been recognized with the Innovative Sport Leadership Award by the Nigeria Sports Achievers Awards 2025. This prestigious honor highlights Oyebode’s exceptional contributions to grassroots sports development and his unwavering commitment to using sports as a tool for economic growth and youth engagement. As a key figure in Ekiti State’s economic and sports sectors, Oyebode has been instrumental in advancing sports initiatives, a contribution duly acknowledged by Governor Biodun Oyebanji. His leadership has played a pivotal role in fostering a culture of sports excellence, youth empowerment, and infrastructure development in the state. In a significant demonstration of his dedication, Oyebode recently visited the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium to inspect ongoing renovation projects. During the visit, he emphasized the importance of quality and timely execution, reaffirming the state government's resolve...
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Electrifying Futsal Action Guaranteed: WLB Lagos Exhibition Day Unveils Exciting Matchups.

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  The stage is set for an electrifying 2nd edition of WLB Futsal Lagos Exhibition Day, a celebration of skill, speed, and sheer passion for the game.  On April 1st, 2025, some of the most talented teams in Lagos will converge at the Meadowhall School, Ikate, to put on a dazzling display of futsal brilliance. With the first game kicking off at 2 PM, fans can expect non-stop action, breathtaking goals, and moments of individual magic as the teams battle for supremacy on the court.  This year’s matchups promise intense rivalries, strategic duels, and a showcase of raw talent that will leave spectators on the edge of their seats. Futsal Lagos All Stars Vs. Smart City FC.  The opening match sees the best of the best take on a rising powerhouse. Futsal Lagos All Stars bring together some of the finest futsal players, each with a reputation for dazzling footwork, precise passing, and deadly finishing. Smart City FC, on the other hand, is known for its disciplined structure,...
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FIFA Council Member Amaju Pinnick's Farming Initiative Earns Recognition From Sierra Leone President, Gov. Makinde, Mutfwang

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In a powerful testament to the intersection of sports, agriculture, and leadership, the Brown Group Innovative Greenhouse Farm, owned by former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President and FIFA Council Member, Amaju Pinnick, played host to an elite gathering of global leaders.  Among the distinguished guests were the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Wonie Bio; the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde; the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang; and the Director General of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Dr. Simeon Ehui. This high-profile visit follows in the footsteps of former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, and several other dignitaries who have previously toured the farm, recognizing its role in pioneering modern agricultural innovation in Nigeria and beyond. Located in Fasola town, Oyo State, the farm has become a beacon of progress, symbolizing how strategic vision and investment can transform not only ...
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