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Renowned Sports Outfit, SportGig International has congratulated Wife of the Governor of Osun State, Erelu Ngozi Adeleke on the occasion of her 51st birthday.  In a congratulatory message made available to newsmen in Osogbo on Tuesday, the Chief Executive Officer of the organisation, Olayinka Olawole described Erelu Ngozi Adeleke as an amiable mother of the State, whose presence and stellar contributions to the society have had a profound impact on many individuals in the state and beyond.  The former Content Manager of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) hailed the Yeye Soludero of Erinmo Ijesaland passion for social causes, dedication to uplifting the lives of the underprivileged and tireless efforts to promote quality health, education and women's empowerment. Stating that her advocacy and initiatives have significantly impacted countless lives and communities. He further praised her, for being a strong pillar of support to His Excellency, Governor Ademola Adeleke in the qu

Outgoing Super Falcons Media Officer, Oluchi Tobex-Tobechukwu has showered encomiums on veteran Sports Journalist and NFF Board Member, Aisha Falode for her unwavering support towards her career.  The former Super Falcons Media Officer on Monday, announced her departure as Head of Communication of Africa's most successful football team, the Super Falcons. She described her four years with the Super Falcons as "amazing, fulfilling, and expository," highlighting the immense pride she felt in projecting the team to the world. She praised the Super Falcons as a "quality brand" and commended the players for their professionalism, noting that they were "stressless to project." Oluchi also expressed her gratitude to the captains she worked with, Onome Ebi and Rasheedat Ajibade, whose humility and wisdom left a lasting impact on her. "I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Ms Aisha Falode, who saw the potential in me, spotted, nurtured and nominated

Olumide Ajibolade of Beyond Limits hailed the good thinking of the organisers of the Optima Energy Gold Cup to having its matches on the SofaScore app.  Recall before the kickoff,  Optima Energy Gold Cup has announced SofaScore as its official technical partner.  Sofascore, owned and developed by Croatia based tech company SofaIT, will in the next three years, starting from 12th edition to collect and analyse match data to the millions of global users of the Sofascore app, of teams and players taking part in the nation's sought-after off-season football tournament.  "I think the positive of the 12th edition is the fact that games were now live on the SofaScore app," Olumide said.  "I have not been around since the tournament started, but I was able to follow the games in detail.  "Even before the tourney started, the schedule was already up on the app, which was really freshing to see, so it's a positive development.  "However, the football is still the

Olumide Ajibolade says winning a back-to-back Optima Energy Gold Cup against Shooting Stars in the final will be a bonus to his Beyond Limits, as his lads are ready to to learn, compete against the best.  Both teams clash in Saturday's finale of the 12th edition of the nation's off-season football tournament billed for the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State.  His thoughts ahead of the tantalizing clash after Beyond Limits edged FC Ebedei in the first semis on Thursday.  "The objective is to learn and compete, Shooting Stars should give us a good game for the boys to take the lessons. We're happy.  "I've never gone to a tournament thinking I have to win, it's never in the back of my mind, and of course people say that's a lie because we win everything.  "Our objective is always to compete, and if we win, it's a bonus. We have to ensure the lads play well and improve, and if we win again on Saturday, it's just another trophy, and we

Ten-man Shooting Stars got the better off Benin Premier League Association Sportive de la Vallée de l'Ouémé (ASVO) FC by a goal in the second semis of the Optima Energy Gold Cup, to set up an epic clash with defending champions Beyond Limits.  At the quarter of an hour, Shooting Stars could have gone ahead, but Taiye Muritala failed to convert from Aliyu Abubakar's good delivery in the box.  Ten minutes later, ASVO FC shot-stopper Douyeme Batori was forced to make a reflex save off an effort from Anthony Okachi.  At the half-hour mark, Douyeme Batori denied Shooting Stars the chance to take the lead after pulling a save from Aliyu Abubakar's shot on target.  With all to play for in the second 45 minutes, Anthony Okachi was giving his marching orders for a needless challenge on Muri Dagbo and made play tough for the Oluyole Warriors.  The deadlock was finally broken in the 64th minute after ex-Flying Eagles star Ikouwem Utin set up Victor Chukwudi, and the attacking winger m

  FC Ebedei General Manager and Coach Fredrick Oliseh says it is an incredible feeling breaking the 12-year jinx in the Optima Energy Gold Cup, as he assured that it will be the same intensity against Beyond Limits in Thursday's semi-final.  Fredrick said: "It's incredible qualifying for the preseason semi-final; it's great working with a committed assistant; it all comes down to hard work, that's what it is, and never giving up and always adding up to the formula at FC Ebedei.  "Great credit to the entire staff and the players. It's not just me as no man is an island. To our President Barrister Churchill Oliseh, who's the frontrunner and insightful in giving me this platform." Ahead of the next clash against Beyond Limits, "The games in the group are done, and you are only as good as your next game. "Intensity, the same as you have seen on FC Ebedei, our level will be intense, we will be on the front foot. We will obviously create chanc

 Edo Queens Defender, Rihannat Kasali has noted that the team us committed to achieving their aim of qualifying for the CAF Women Champions League.  The Benin based side began their CAF Women's Champions League qualification journey with an impressive 5-0 win over AS Garde Nationale.  Kasali who played a pivotal role in the victory, hailed her teammates, the technical crew and their supporters at home for believing in them.  "It was an important win for us, as we needed to start on a good note.  "We remain focused and determined to continue pushing forward for more wins.  "We would take our game as they come and we are sure we would make ourselves and everyone happy." She concluded.  Goals from Emem Essien, Captain Suliat Abideen, Blessing Illievida, Esther Moses and Joy Jerry, ensured Edo Queens picked a comfortable win at the Stade De Yamoussoukro.  The team will now face Ghanaian Champions Hasaacas Ladies FC on Wednesday, August 14 in Yamoussoukro.

 Leading consumer electronics brand, itel, has partnered with the 12th edition of the Optima Energy Gold Cup Pre-season Tournament with the Player of the Match award.  Defending champions, Beyond Limits, will battle nine other football clubs drawn for the Nigeria three-tiers division leagues- Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeria National League, Nationwide League One and a visiting team from West Africa.  The Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, and FC Ebedei Stadium in Sagamu will host the sought-after pre-season tourney from Thursday, August 15th to Saturday 24th, 2024. itel’s ATL Marketing Manager, Omachona Eguda, has this to say; ‘As we honor the exceptional talents on the field with the Player of the Match awards, we are reminded of the power of determination and passion that drives both our brand and these remarkable athletes. Together, we are elevating the spirit of sportsmanship and community across Nigeria." Tunde Shamsudeen to the tourney's Media Channel: "We're

The Optima Energy Gold Cup has announced SofaScore as its official technical partner for its pre-season football tournament for the next three (3) years. Sofascore, owned and developed by Croatia based tech company SofaIT will collect and analyse match data to the millions of global users of the Sofascore app, of teams and players taking part in the 2024 edition of the nation's sought-after off-season football tournament.  Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, and FC Ebedei Stadium in Sagamu are billed to host the Optima Energy Gold Cup from August 15th to 24th. "The Optima Energy Gold Cup is thrilled to join forces with SofaScore, as they are considered among the leading statistical analysts in football, bringing to fans the most comprehensive and insightful football analysis available," said Tunde Shamsudeen, the tournament General Coordinator. "As the off-season football tourney continues to captivate our audiences in the last 11 editions, arose the need to take it to a new

Pan-African tech-driven media firm and sports data analytics, news, and content creation specialist, Made In Africa Sports (MIAS) has sealed a partnership deal with the Optima Energy Gold Cup Pre-season Tournament.  The 12th edition of the nation's premier pre-season tourney for football clubs in the three-tiers of the league kicks off at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne and FC Ebedei Stadium, Sagamu on Thursday, August 15, with the finals scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2024. Made In Africa Sports Executive Director Enitan Obadina explains the importance of the partnership in a chat with the Media Channel of the nation's most sought-after pre-season tourney.  "The Optima Energy Gold Cup is the most consistent preseason football tournament, and we know they stand for excellence.  "This is why the partnership is exciting for us at Made in Africa Sport as we look forward to sharing our expertise and home-grown solutions to how fans and football clubs enjoy football thr