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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Phoenix Athletics Sports Club Rebrands, Sets Sights on Grassroots Excellence in Nigeria ADO-EKITI, NIGERIA – , 2025 Re-energized, Phoenix Athletics Sports Club, Ado Ekiti is poised to become a formidable force in grassroots sports development, focusing on nurturing young talent, promoting fitness, and fostering positive values through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach. The club claims the new chapter is envisioned to develop Phoenix Athletics SC to a leading grassroots sports development hub in Nigeria and West Africa – a place where talents are nurtured, communities are united, and champions are made.” Unveiling this renewed focus, Bayo Olanlege, CEO of Phoenix Athletics Sports Limited, elaborated. "This is a testament to our unwavering belief in the potential of every young athlete in Nigeria and beyond. Our mission is clear: to inspire, train, and elevate the next generation of athletes while building a sports culture rooted in excellence, integr...

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EMURE LOCAL GOVERNMENT STUDENTS’ UNION (NAELGS)* *IN CONJUNCTION WITH* *EMURE YOUTH FORUM (EYF)* *Press Release* *🗓️ 23rd June, 2025* *RE: RESPONSE TO EKITI STATE ELECTRICITY BOARD’S MEMO TITLED* *“REHABILITATION OF ISE/EMURE 33KV NETWORK – RECOVERY OF ALUMINUM CONDUCTOR AT ALAPOTO COMMUNITY’S AFFORESTATION”* *To:* *Engr. Abegunde Taiwo, the  Ag. General Manager,* *Ekiti State Electricity Board,* *Ministry of Works Premises, Ajilosun,* *Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.* *With All Due Respect We Say: NO.* *The National Association of Emure Local Government Students’ Union (NAELGS), with the Emure Youth Forum (EYF), issues this release to totally reject and vehemently condemn the contents of your memo dated 19th March, 2025, which seeks to recover aluminum conductors from the Alapoto Afforestation site in Emure to support the 33KV rehabilitation network.* *•A Community Long Abandoned, Now Targeted for Exploitation* *For over nine (9) months, Emure Local Government has...

  Gateway Games: Ekiti Wins Bronze in Ayo Olopon, Secures Boxing Victories (Ekiti NSF Media 2025) Team Ekiti added to its medal tally on Tuesday at the 22nd National Sports Festival holding in Ogun State, clinching a bronze medal in the traditional game of Ayo Olopon. The medal came through Yaya Omolara, who outplayed her opponent in the women’s singles category to secure the win. In boxing, Ekiti began its quest for more medals with impressive performances in the preliminary rounds. Aboderin Ramadan defeated FCT’s Olaiya Quadri in the 55kg male category, while Wole Omotola also recorded a victory over Emmanuel Kingsley of Niger State in the 65kg class. More Ekiti boxers are scheduled to compete today (Wednesday), with those who advanced on Tuesday aiming to maintain their winning form and move closer to medal contention. Ekiti also recorded a 3–1 win against Sokoto in the men’s team event of badminton. Meanwhile, the team is expected to participate in golf, tennis, and oth...

  Ekiti United FC Clinches NLO League Centre, Earns Playoff Spot Ekiti United FC has emerged as the winner of the Ijebu Ode centre in the ongoing Nationwide League One (NLO) campaign, securing a place in the playoff stage following a commanding 3-1 victory over Living Voice FA. The match got off to a flying start with Hakeem Amuda finding the back of the net in the opening minute and doubling the lead just six minutes later. Ekiti United controlled the tempo for much of the first half, heading into the break with a comfortable 2-0 advantage. Living Voice FA managed to pull one back in the second half, but their momentum was short-lived as an own goal widened the gap once more, effectively sealing the win for Ekiti United. The triumph capped off a strong group stage run, during which the team remained unbeaten. Head Coach Salau Rotimi commended the players for their determination and team spirit. He credited their success to unity and divine favour, while also appreciating the...

  Coach Bolarinwa Idris Bids Farewell to Green Lock FC After Transformative Tenure Coach Bolarinwa Idris, affectionately known as “Nigeria’s Pep Guardiola,” has officially ended his successful spell at Green Lock FC, closing a chapter that redefined the club’s identity and elevated its reputation as a breeding ground for Nigerian football talent. Though his departure marks the end of a notable era, his legacy is set to leave a lasting imprint on the team and beyond. During his time at the helm, Coach Idris led Green Lock FC to several notable achievements. The team emerged as unbeaten champions in January 2024, showcasing tactical discipline and team cohesion. That same year, they finished 4th in the FCT Center of the Nationwide League One (NLO), a commendable feat given the competition's depth. Their momentum continued during a four-match training tour in Antalya, Turkey, where they netted 22 goals, conceded just four, and recorded two clean sheets, an emphatic statement of their ...

Torch of Unity Lands in Ekiti as State Gears Up for National Sports Festival Excitement is building in Ekiti State as the Torch of Unity, a symbolic emblem of national sportsmanship, arrived ahead of the 2024 National Sports Festival scheduled to hold in Ogun State from May 16 to 30. The arrival ceremony brought together key figures in Ekiti’s sports community, with Hon. Idowu Odebunmi, Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, highlighting Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s unwavering dedication to using sports as a catalyst for youth and human capital development. Dr. (Mrs.) Olusola Osetoba, Technical Advisor on Sports Development, also praised the governor’s efforts, stating that the state is fully prepared and motivated to participate in the festival with high hopes. Representing the National Sports Commission, Inkora Obora, who led the Torch of Unity team, emphasized that beyond competition, sports remain a powerful force for unity, peace, and national cohesion. Hon. Sunday Ola, Cha...

Dr. (Mrs.) Olusola Osetoba: A Year of Transformative Sports Development in Ekiti State It has been one impactful year since the appointment of Dr. (Mrs.) Olusola Osetoba as the Technical Advisor on Sports Development to the Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji.  In this period, the Emure-born sports administrator has quietly but effectively driven significant progress across the state’s sporting landscape, contributing to a renewed sense of purpose and direction within the sector. Under her watchful and proactive guidance, the sports ecosystem in Ekiti has witnessed remarkable upgrades, ranging from infrastructure development to athlete welfare.  Notable among the achievements is the renovation of the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, a key facility that now stands revitalized as a beacon of sporting pride for the state.  In addition, the installation of a new AstroTurf pitch has elevated the standard for training and competition, drawing commendations from stakeholders and ent...