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The South South zonal representative in the board of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation, Mr. Ama-ebi Ebikpolade Stow has attributed lack of facilities as the reason behind the slow progress of Table Tennis in the zone. Mr. Ebikpolade made this known during a live interaction with "Sport Tribe Podcast" at the newly constructed Fortress at Oxbow-Lake in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. He said when he assumed office as chairman of the Bayelsa State Table Tennis Association that he and his vice chairman, Mr. Ranani Igrubia sat and identified key areas of improvement and realized that lack of facility was a major problem bedeviling table tennis in the state. According to him, the only state in Nigeria that can boast of table tennis facilities was Lagos and Cross River in the South South, stating that table tennis previously was played in NTTF unapproved floor, and that the narrative changed. NTTF zonal boss stated that the desire to construct the state of the art ...

Reigning African champion Esther Kolawole has secured a bronze medal in the 62kg weight class at the 2024 u23 World Wrestling Championships in Tirana, Albania.  Kolawole in the 16th round, lost to USA Macey Kilty 3-3 on criteria.  However, the 2024 Paris Olympian in a Repachage match, defeated Tynys Dubek of Kazakhstan by a 10-0 superiority score, having beaten Venezuela's Astrid Montero with same scoreline 10-0. Undeterred, Esther Kolawole secured the bronze medal with an emphatic 10-0 superiority win over Viktoria Vesso of Estonia. Reacting to the win in Albania, the President Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Hon.  Daniel Igali applauded the motivated reaction of Esther Kolawole after she lost in the 16th round.   Daniel Igali, who, alongside Coach Akuh Purity, led Esther Kolawole to the championship, expressed confidence that the experience will shape her for future international events. “Esther was unlucky not be in the finals of this event. Our goa...

By Francis Joseph  The stage is set for the ultimate clash of strength, skill, and strategy as the 3rd Edition Of Gov' Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics is set to take center stage in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State which will bring together the nation's top wrestlers to battle for supremacy. At a media briefing in the VIP stand of the Samson Siasia Stadium ahead of the National Wrestling classics, the commissioner for sports, Hon. Daniel Igali who double as the President of Nigeria Wrestling Federation said that the wrestling competition will start from the 3rd to 10th of November with the main event starting from the 5th - 9th November 2024. "According to the commissioner, the federation has received confirmation of interest from more than 20 states, comprising military and paramilitary organizations, as well as over 15 clubs, for participation in this year's championship." Honourable Igali added that this year's edition of the Gov Douye Diri Wrestli...

The Bayelsa State Table Tennis Association has commenced renovation of its hall at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa. Renovation work commenced on Monday and it is expected to last for a period of two to three weeks as athletes continue preparation ahead of the National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State next year. The work ravamping of the facility is sponsored by the chairman of the Bayelsa State Table Tennis Association, Mr. Ama-ebi Ebikpolade Stow who doubles as the zonal representative in the board of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation, NTTF.  Addressing newsmen, Mr. Ebikpolade said scope of the work will witness padding of the wall with finished wood that would help to address the recurring issue of wall stain which has continued to necessitate painting. According to him, finished wood would offer more durable aesthetics to reduce maintenance cost, and that they would install solar power in order to allow the athletes to train for ex...

The coordinator Yenagoa Local Government Bayelsa Volunteer Security, Hon. Glad Bonsome has commended the leader representing Yenagoa, Kolukuma/Opukuma Federal Constituency at the National Assembly Hon. Oboku Oforji for donating medical equipment to Kaima Referral Hospital in a bid to support and aide the health of the people of his Constituency. Hon. Glad in a statement said Hon. Oforji's generosity serves as a shining example of the positive impact elected officials can have on their people. Noting that by supporting initiatives that promote health, wellness, and prosperity, Hon. Oforji has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a genuine commitment to public service. The Yenagoa Coordinator of the Bayelsa Volunteer Security further stated that the donation is a powerful reminder that even small acts of kindness can have a profound impact when guided by compassion and a desire to serve others. Hon. Oforji's  legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire ...

* **Describes Him as a Blessing to the State and Nigeria*** President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Dr Daniel Igali has applauded the Chairman of the Bayelsa State Table Tennis Association, Mr. Ama-ebi  Ebikpolade Stow for his contributions towards the development of sports in Bayelsa State, describing him as a perfect definition of a round peg in a round hole. Speaking ahead of the 3rd Gov. Douye Diri Wrestling Classics in Yenagoa slated for 3rd through the 10th of November, 2024, Dr. Igali said that Mr. Ama-ebi's passion and  unwavering commitment to the development of sports in the state is highly commendable and speaks volumes of what individuals can do to impact the sports industry.  Dr Igali who doubles as the Commissioner for Sports Development in Bayelsa, noted that Mr Ama-ebi's gesture towards the Wrestling Federation was indicative of the Table Tennis  Association's helmsman's uncommon interest in changing the narrative of you...

* **Director of Sports, Suoware, Ama-ebi, Commend Sponsor for the Initiative*** A three day under twelve and fourteen tennis championship has climaxed in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. The PAMO Tennis U:12 and U:14 championship is aimed at developing talented young stars that would represent  Bayelsa and the nation in the future. The PAMO Tennis U:12 and U:14 tennis championships have about forty young tennis players across the State who intend to earn a living through sports apart from education. Director of Sports Bayelsa State Sports Council Sir Braveman Wodi in a remark, appreciated the spornors of the championship for the initiative, stating that with the vision , the State in the next five years would get to the threshold of having a podium finish in the National Sports Festival. He remarked that he was pleased with the turnout of kids for the championship, saying that the turnout reflects the future of tennis in the state describing the initiativ...

By Francis Joseph   Bayelsa United rediscovered their winning ways with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Heartland FC at the Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa in Matchday Eight of the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL), after defeat mid-week away at Bendel Insurance and reigniting their NPFL status hopes. In a tense and highly congested match saw Bayelsa United miss early chances from debutant, Foluwa Akpokabowei while Heartland Goalkeeper also made a good save in the early minute's  to deny Obed Junior from giving the prosperity boys the lead. A cagey first saw heartland FC also missed some opportunities as the Goalkeeper of Bayelsa United Godgift Elkanah was called into action.  At the start of the second half, the host Bayelsa United came out in search of the go ahead goal as the defense of the Naze Millionaires stood resolute. The prosperity boys push for the lead eventually paid off in the 55th minutes when substitute, Rabiu Abdullahi scored a close range tap-in...

… 36 States, 20 Corporate, Military, and Paramilitary Wrestling Clubs expected to participate The Nigeria Wrestling Federation ¬(NWF) says the 13th National and 3rd Governor Douye Diri Wrestling Classics will feature over 1000 wrestlers and officials from 20 Clubs, Military and Para Military organizations as well as the 36 States of the federation.  In a press release signed by the President of the NWF, Dr. Daniel Baraladei Igali ahead of the National/Douye Diri Wrestling Classics, 20 Corporate, Military, and Paramilitary Wrestling Clubs across the nation would converge in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital for the tournament, which Igali said is aimed at identifying outstanding wrestlers to win Laurels at both national and international competitions. Dr. Igali said this third edition of the Governor Douye Diri Wrestling Classics will take place between 3 November, 2024 and 10, November, 2024 at the Samson Siasia Multipurpose Hall with the theme   ...

Bayelsa United will this weekend at the Samson Siasia stadium, Yenagoa take on Plateau United in a matchday six of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. The Prosperity Boys will be aiming to earn their first victory in the ongoing NPFL campaign having secured a point last weekend against Nasarawa United at the Lafia Township Stadium. United are currently 18th on the log after five games, losing two and three draws while the visitors Plateau United occupies NPFL 5th place on eight points with the same games. Last season, the Jos based side lost 3-2 to Bayelsa United with goals from Wisdom Magbisa, Tekena Garando and John Bassey on 41, 43 and 59 minutes ensuring Plateau United return home empty handed. The visitors on December 17th, 2023 at the new Jos Stadium humbled Bayelsa United 5-1 courtesy of Albert Hilary's hattrick as well as Silas Nenrot and Izuchukwu Chimezie and Ekeson Okorie's consolation goal. Bayelsa United Technical Adviser, Ladan Bosso in a post m...

***Concludes Plans for National Sports Festival Camping*** The Bayelsa State Table Tennis Association has concluded plans to renovate the table tennis hall within the Samson Siasia Sports complex in Yenagoa, the state capital. This was contained in a statement signed by the chairman of the association Mr. Ama-ebi Ebikpolade ahead of the National Sports Festival in Abeokuta Ogun State next year. According to the statement, the renovation will span a minimum of two weeks alongside several upgrades to enhance the hall's utility, compliance with international standard, and overall functionality for athletes usage. The statement notes that the scope of the work will witness padding of the wall with finished wood that would help to address recurring issue of wall stain which has continued to necessitate painting every six month. It explains that the use of the finished wood will offer more durable aesthetics to reduce maintenance cost, and that they would install ...

.. .AS PROSPERITY CUP TALENTS GET INVITATION TO  EUROPE  Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has reaffirmed his administration's unwavering dedication to empowering the youth through robust sports development initiatives. Speaking at the prestigious Samson Siasia Sports Complex on Thursday, shortly after the weekly Prosperity Walk, Governor Diri emphasized the critical importance of providing state-of-the-art facilities to equip Bayelsa's athletes for success. His remarks were made in the wake of an impressive achievement, as three exceptional players from this year's scouting tournament have received coveted invitations for trails from  European football clubs. This milestone underscores the effectiveness of the Prosperity Cup, a flagship program championed by Governor Diri's administration. Governor Diri congratulated the Director General of the Prosperity Cup, Mr. Ono Akpe, and his team on this outstanding feat, acknowledging their tireless effort...

The Mayor of Umuahia North LGA, Hon. High-Chief Victor Ikeji, Ph.D  (Kpakpando-Umuahia) has distributed fertilizers from the state government to farmers across the council. The Mayor, while distributing the fertilizer, stated that it was released to the local government by the governor, Dr Alex Otti OFR, and is aimed at boosting agricultural production across the state. He warned the farmers not to sell the fertilizers but rather use them to boost their production to ensure food sufficiency within the council and, by extension, the state in general.  Tochukwu Eluwa  Chief Press Secretary to the Mayor, Umuahia North LGA  2/10/2024

The attention of Bayelsa Queens has been drawn to a reckless statement credited to Mr. David West that chairman of the club has turned the camp of the girls into a poultry farm. Mr David West is the chairman of Civil Liberty Organization, CLO and he is known for contributing into programs in radio stations based in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. Ordinarily, responding to Mr. David West is worthless but it is to clear the name of the chairman, Pastor Robin Apreala from distractors who are envious of the rising profile of the Amassoma born sports administrator. Mr. David West in recent times has overfed himself with lies and has become part of David West's lifestyle who is a CLO member in the morning and a member of the All Progressives Congress in the night. Investigation reveals that two players in Bayelsa Queens, Okeke Oyinyechukwu the goalkeeper and captain Chinyere Igboamalu rear chicken apart from their football career using it as an alternative means for incom...