Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Flora Ugwunwa Wins Silver In Women’s Javelin F54 At Paris 2024 Paralympics. Nigeria’s Flora Ugwunwa has secured a silver medal in the women’s Javelin F54 event at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, with an impressive throw of 19.26 metres. This achievement marks Nigeria’s first medal in Para-Athletics at the ongoing Games and brings the nation’s overall tally to four medals. Ugwunwa, aged 40, continues her remarkable Paralympic journey, having now won her third consecutive medal across three Games—two gold medals from Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, and now a silver in Paris. Ugwunwa’s consistent success highlights the strength…

Sports Minister Celebrates Onyinyechi Mark As Nigeria Wins First Gold Medal At 2024 Paralympic Games. The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has expressed immense pride and joy following Onyinyechi Mark’s extraordinary triumph at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, where she won Nigeria’s first gold medal and set a new world record. Competing in the women’s up to 61kg Para-Powerlifting category, Mark shattered her own world record by lifting an astounding 147kg, only to surpass that with an unprecedented 150kg. This remarkable feat has solidified her dominance in the sport and further elevated her status as…

Chief Executive Chris Jurasek Departs After 15 Months Following Chaotic Transfer Window. Chelsea’s chief executive, Chris Jurasek, has stepped down from his role after just 15 months at the helm, following a turbulent transfer window in which the club spent £200 million on 11 new players. The departure of Jurasek, reported by ‘MailSport’ comes in the wake of what has been described as a chaotic period of recruitment for the Blues. The significant outlay on new signings during the summer window has been a focal point of discussions, as Chelsea seek to rebuild and strengthen their squad under…

NEW PARALYMPIC RECORD: Onyinyechi Mark Shatters Record In Women’s 61kg Event Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark has made history at the 2024 Paralympics, breaking the Paralympic record in the women’s 61kg powerlifting event with an extraordinary lift of 145kg, 147kg and 150kg respectfully. Mark’s stunning performance saw her surpass the previous record set by fellow Nigerian, Lucy Ejike, firmly establishing herself as a dominant force in the competition. she secured Nigeria’s first gold medal of the Games. Her closest competitor was in for 138kg on her final attempt, but Mark remarkably broke the previous record while setting greater one by…

Enyimba Promote Two Youngsters To Senior Team. Enyimba Football Club have promoted two promising players from their youth team to the senior squad, marking a significant step in their professional careers. The players, David Eke and Orkuma Tobais, have both signed their first professional contracts with the club, popularly known as the People’s Elephant. This promotion highlights the club’s ongoing commitment to nurturing young talent and integrating them into the first team. Enyimba, a powerhouse in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), have a strong history of developing youth players, and the rise of Eke and Tobais reflects…

Shooting Stars Promise Cash Reward For Victory Over Nasarawa United. Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) have pledged to reward their players with a double bonus if they secure victory in their upcoming fixture against Nasarawa United. This announcement was made by the Chairman of the club, Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro, during a team meeting in Ijebu-Ode on Thursday. Addressing the players, Akoro expressed confidence in their abilities and reaffirmed the club’s commitment to their welfare throughout the new season. He emphasised that the management has made the players’ well-being a top priority, ensuring they remain motivated and focused as…

Chelsea Introduces New Policy Regarding Player Interactions After Matches. Chelsea Football Club has announced a new policy, stating that players will no longer be available for autographs or photos with fans after home games. Additionally, players will not be stopping outside Kingsmeadow for such interactions. This decision comes as women’s football continues to grow in popularity, with Chelsea citing safety as the primary concern behind the change. As fan interest increases, the club is taking steps to ensure the safety and well-being of both players and supporters. While this new policy may disappoint some fans, it reflects the…

Historic Victory For San Marino In Competitive Football. San Marino has made history by securing their first-ever competitive win, defeating Liechtenstein 1-0 in a memorable match last night. San Marino, the lowest-ranked team in the world according to FIFA, achieved their first competitive win by defeating Liechtenstein 1-0 in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday, ending a 20-year victory drought. This victory marks only the second win in the nation’s footballing history, with their last triumph occurring in April 2004 during a friendly. The hard-fought victory is a monumental moment for San Marino, who have long been considered one…

Bernardo Silva Criticises “Crazy” Football Schedule. Manchester City star Bernardo Silva has expressed frustration over the intense fixture schedule that top footballers are being subjected to. Speaking in a candid interview with ‘Record’, the Portuguese midfielder described the current situation as “completely crazy.” “We’ve just received the news that we only have one day off for the English League Cup game,” Silva said. “We’ll probably play every three days for months. It’s been absolutely absurd.” Silva also highlighted the pressures faced by teams in European competitions, especially the Champions League. “In the Champions League, if you don’t qualify…

Romeo Beckham Retires From Professional Football Age 22 To Pursue Fashion Career. In a surprising development, Romeo Beckham, son of legendary footballer David Beckham, has announced his retirement from professional football at the young age of 22. The former Brentford player has decided to hang up his boots and explore new horizons in the fashion industry. Having spent a brief period in professional football, Romeo’s transition into fashion has already begun, with reports confirming he has signed with a leading fashion agent. Known for his keen sense of style, the decision to leave football for a career in fashion…

Japan Clinches Victory Over Ghana To Advance In Colombia 2024 U-20 Women’s World Cup. On Thursday night, Japan secured their place in the knockout stages of the Colombia 2024 U-20 Women’s World Cup with a commanding 4-1 victory over Ghana. The win ensured Japan’s progression while sending Ghana out of the tournament. The match saw Japan take control with two late goals after a brief period of Ghanaian loss of concentration. Deadly striker Chinari Sasai opened the scoring in the 45th minute, bringing her tally for the tournament to three goals. Midfielder Manako Matsukubo, making her debut in the…

Tragic Death Of Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei Shocks East African Athletics Community. The untimely death of Ugandan Olympian and long-distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei has sent shockwaves through the East African athletics community, leaving her friends, family, and supporters devastated. The 33-year-old mother-of-two tragically passed away after suffering severe burns in a brutal attack by her ex-boyfriend in north-western Kenya. The incident occurred on Sunday, outside Cheptegei’s home, when her former partner, Dickson Ndiema Marangach, allegedly doused her in petrol and set her alight. Cheptegei had just returned from church when the attack took place, with her two young daughters…