Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

National Assembly at loggerhead with Sports Ministry over lack of transparency in intervention funds for Olympic Games. The Ministry of Sports Development has come under scrutiny from the 10th National Assembly for its lack of transparency in the allocation of intervention funds for the 2024 Olympic Games. The criticism follows report from Abuja, highlighting concerns over the handling of billions of naira allocated for Nigeria’s participation in international events such as the Commonwealth Games and the Olympic Games. Hon. Ekene Adams, Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, voiced his disapproval, noting that many sports federations have had to…

National Sports Festival slated to hold initially towards the latter end of this year has been Postponed to January 2025 Govima Sports Report. The highly anticipated 2024 edition of the National Sports Festival has been officially postponed to January 2025, according to a recent announcement by the Minister of Sports, John Enoh. This update was released following a meeting of the National Council for Sports at the Old Government College Lodge in Enugu. The postponement comes after the former Minister of Sports, Hon. Sunday Dare, announced at the end of the last edition that the next festival would be hosted…

NPFL Warns Referees Against Incompetence and Bias in Final Matches The Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) board, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, has issued a stern warning to referees about the need for competent and unbiased officiating in the remaining six match days of the 2023/24 NPFL season. Elegbeleye, who also serves as the 2nd Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), commended the clubs for their improved performances, which have enhanced the quality and competitiveness of the matches. He urged all involved to maintain a spirit of fair play both on and off the field. …

Harry Maguire ‘Gutted’ Over Absence Against Man City Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has expressed his deep disappointment after manager Erik ten Hag confirmed he would miss the FA Cup final clash against Manchester City on Saturday. Maguire, who last featured for United in their 1-1 draw against Burnley at Old Trafford, has been sidelined for the final five Premier League matches due to a groin injury. The 31-year-old England international had fought his way back into United’s starting lineup this season, and his absence will be keenly felt by Ten Hag, especially with the team grappling with numerous defensive…

Remo Stars Celebrate Ismail’s Super Eagles Invitation Remo Stars are proudly celebrating the maiden Super Eagles invitation of their standout right-back, Sodiq Ismail. The talented defender has been included in the Nigerian national team squad alongside 22 other players for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying matches. Ismail’s call-up is a testament to his exceptional performance this season, where he has registered 10 assists for Remo Stars. His consistent displays have not gone unnoticed, earning him a spot in the Super Eagles squad. Nigeria is set to face South Africa on June 7th and Benin Republic on June…

Ibrahim Hafiz Umar Set to Join Chelsea After A Successful Trial  In an exciting development for Chelsea and Nigerian football fans, 18-year-old striker Ibrahim Hafiz Umar is on the verge of joining the Blues after an impressive trial with the club’s academy. Recall that Govima Sports reported some months ago about the striker’s decision to ignore a deal from Norway side Bødo Glint and rather choose to go on trial at Chelsea. Now according to information from our correspondents in London, Chelsea are very close to finalizing a deal with Ojodu City Academy Lagos, the club from which Umar…

 Transfer News Update: Exciting Moves and Managerial Changes (Govima Sports Brings You The Latest). In a flurry of activity across top European football clubs and other part of the world, several significant transfers and managerial appointments are shaping up for the upcoming season. Below are some happenings we’ve gathered according to reports across verified media outlets. West Ham Appoints Julen Lopetegui West Ham United has officially appointed Julen Lopetegui as their new head coach. This strategic move signals the club’s ambition to build on recent successes and aim for higher achievements in the Premier League. Thiago Motta to Juventus…

Barcelona Part Ways with Manager Xavi Hernandez In a surprising turn of events, La Liga giants Barcelona have announced the departure of their head coach, Xavi Hernandez, on Friday. This decision comes despite earlier indications that the former Barcelona legend might continue with the club next season. Xavi, 44, who had initially announced his intention to leave during the current season, found his future at the club hanging in the balance. However, the Catalan management made a definitive decision on Thursday to relieve him of his duties. Xavi, a celebrated figure at Barcelona both as a player and…

AC Milan Announces Departure of Manager Stefano Pioli. AC Milan has confirmed the immediate departure of manager Stefano Pioli, who has been at the helm since 2019 and famously led the club to the Serie A title in 2022. Despite a commendable second-place finish in the recent Serie A season, Pioli’s mixed campaign saw the Rossoneri fail to challenge their rivals Inter Milan for the title and exit prematurely from the Champions League, Coppa Italia, and Europa League. “AC Milan extends heartfelt thanks to Stefano Pioli and his entire staff for leading the First Team over the past five…

Luciano Spalletti Unveils Provisional 30-Man Squad for 2024 European Cup As preparations ramp up for the 2024 European Cup, Luciano Spalletti, the manager of Italy’s national football team, the Azzurri, has announced a 30-man provisional squad for the upcoming competition. Among the notable inclusions is Michael Folorunso, an Italy-born player of Nigerian descent, currently on loan at Hellas Verona from Napoli. Folorunso, born to Nigerian parents in Italy, has been a standout performer in Serie A this season. His impressive work rate and midfield prowess have caught the eye of Spalletti, earning him a spot on the provisional list.…

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets Soar into WAFU-B U-17 Championship Semi-Finals Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have majestically advanced to the semi-finals of the ongoing WAFU-B U-17 Championship in Ghana, following a commanding 3-0 victory over Togo’s Baby Sparrow Hawks. This triumph catapulted them to the top of Group B and set the stage for an exciting last-four showdown with the Baby Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire. The match, originally scheduled for Wednesday evening, was postponed to Thursday morning due to a water-logged venue following a heavy downpour. The delay did little to dampen the Golden Eaglets’ spirits, as they put on a dazzling…

Inter Lagos FC Eyes NPFL Promotion, Says Club’s Assistant Coach. Inter Lagos FC Assistant Coach, Victor Okwologu, has expressed strong confidence that the club will secure a spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) next season. This optimism follows the club’s successful debut campaign in the Nigeria National League (NNL), which culminated in securing a place in the promotion playoffs. Inter Lagos clinched their playoff berth with a decisive 2-0 victory over Ijebu United at the Legacy Pitch of the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos. As the NNL Super 8 approaches, Okwologu conveyed his team’s readiness and confidence.…