The 22nd National Sports Festival, aptly themed “Gateway Games 2024,” has come to an end after 11 days of thrilling sporting action in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The closing ceremony, scheduled for Thursday at the MKO Sports Arena, promises to be another spectacular event, following the success of the opening ceremony. The festival has showcased the…
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Lagos Chapter, in partnership with the United Nations, is set to unveil the 2025 United Nations World Nutrition Month on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The event will take place at the Unilag Rahman Hall at 10 am. The event will feature exhibitions of hygienic items and products, as…
The 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged “Gateway Games 2024,” has witnessed a thrilling debut of flag football at the African Church Grammar School in Abeokuta. Eight state teams, including Kaduna, Lagos, Ogun, Abuja, Kano, Enugu, Ondo, and Cross Rivers, showcased their skills in this exciting new sport. Team Kaduna faced off against Team Lagos in…
As the National Sports Festival, Gateway Games 2024, continues to thrill sports enthusiasts in Ogun State, Abia State’s Sport Commissioner, Mr. Nwaobilor Ananaba, has expressed satisfaction with the performance of his state’s athletes. Despite being in ninth position on the medals table, Ananaba believes this is a sign of positive development in the state’s sports…
The 22nd National Sports Festival, Gateway Games 2024, is generating significant economic activity in Ogun State. The event has drawn large crowds of athletes, officials, and spectators, resulting in increased sales for local vendors. From food to jewelry, vendors are capitalizing on the opportunity to sell their wares to the festival attendees. The MKO Abiola…
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has emphasized the need for reforms in Nigerian sports administration. Speaking at a press conference on the sidelines of the ongoing National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Dikko outlined key areas of focus for the NSC. Dikko suggested introducing performance bonds for sports…
The 22nd National Sports Festival is heating up, with thrilling matches unfolding in the male and female football events. In the male category, Team Kwara has qualified for the final after defeating Team Kaduna 1-0 in the first semi-final. Meanwhile, Team Ogun emerged victorious against the Golden Eaglets, winning 2-1 in the second semi-final. The…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria are set to face off against Cameroon in two international friendly matches as part of their final preparations for the 13th Women Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The matches are scheduled for Saturday, May 31, and Tuesday, June 3. Key players such as Rasheedat Ajibade, Jennifer Echegini, and…
The National leadership of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) paid a courtesy visit to Mr. Kunle Soname, Chairman of Remo Stars FC, Bet9ja, ValueJet, and CD Feirense, to commend him for his outstanding leadership, sports development efforts, and the historic achievement of Remo Stars Football Club winning their maiden Nigeria Premier Football League…
Abeokuta is abuzz with excitement as the city prepares to host a groundbreaking Flag Football Demonstration at the African Church Grammar School, North, on May 26 and 27, 2025. This thrilling event is part of the 22nd National Sports Festival – Gateway Games, and it’s set to be a game-changer for Nigerian sports. Eight states…
