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Otunba Isiaka Adeleke Memorial Cup 2025: Quarterfinalists Receive New Jerseys Courtesy of Hon. Bamidele Salam. Jersey Boost for Otunba Adeleke Memorial Cup 2025 Quarterfinalists.  The Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup 2025 has indeed become a landmark event in Osun State's sporting calendar, blending the passion for football with a celebration of community spirit and legacy. The tournament's transition into the quarterfinals has only amplified its reputation as a platform for discovering grassroots talent while uniting diverse local government areas through the shared love of the games The decision by Hon. Bamidele Salam to equip all eight quarterfinalist teams with new jerseys symbolizes his dedication to grassroots sports development. It reflects his belief that football is not merely a game but a tool for fostering inclusivity, camaraderie, and pride among Osun communities. The eight teams progressing to the quarterfinals embody the aspirati...

Community Spirit Shines Bright As Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup Enters Quarterfinal Stage. The Round of 16 of the Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke Memorial Cup delivered an unforgettable day of football, grit, and emotional intensity.  The tournament, now in its fifth edition, continues to embody the spirit of community, sportsmanship, and the legacy of Otunba Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, Osun State’s first civilian governor. Powered by Hon. Bamidele Salam, it has grown into a platform where local talents shine and rivalries are etched into history. The day kicked off with a breathtaking clash between Ejigbo LG and Irepodun LG. From the onset, both teams displayed relentless energy, with Ejigbo’s LG, finding the net in the 23rd minute. Irepodun LG responded with a stunning equalizer from their captain, in the 62nd minute, leveling the game. The match headed into a tense penalty shootout where Ejigbo's goalkeeper, Segun Adedeji, emerged as the hero, saving two deci...

In a heartwarming display of kindness and generosity, Hon. Glad Bonsome on Thursday 26th December 2024 concluded his Christmas Cash Giveaway to the elderly in Ward 4 of Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State. This festive initiative, which kicked off on Christmas Day, brought joy and financial relief to numerous elderly individuals across various communities, including Yenegwe Epie, Akenfa Epie, Igbogene Epie, Agudama Epie, and Akenpai Epie. Each beneficiary received a cash gift of #5,000, a thoughtful gesture that acknowledged the often-overlooked struggles of the elderly during the holiday season. The initiative was met with widespread gratitude, as the recipients praised Hon. Glad Bonsome for his kindness and compassion, they prayed for blessings, protection upon him and wished him more success in the future. This selfless act is a testament to Hon. Glad Bonsome's commitment to the welfare of his constituents, particularly th...

The member representing Umuahia North (Ohuhu) State Constituency, Hon. Barr. Anderson Kelechi Akaliro has felicitated with his constituents, Ndi-Ohuhu and Christians across the globe as we mark the birth of Christ . The Lawmaker in his goodwill message wrote;  "Merry Christmas to the wonderful people of Umuahia North, Ohuhu, Abia State, my beloved constituency. As we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to serve you. It's been an honor to represent our great constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly. This festive season, I pray that God blesses our homes with love, peace, and joy. May our community continue to grow in unity and prosperity. To all the families, friends, and loved ones in Umuahia North, Ohuhu, I wish you a joyous Christmas celebration and a happy New Year. May God bless our constituency, Abia State, and Nigeria as a whole. Thank you, and merry Christmas". Hon. Barr. Kel...

Over ten Elderly person's within Ward 4 communities of Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State are set to benefit from Oforji Factor Initiative Cash Christmas Giveaway courtesy of Hon. Glad Bonsome this Christmas. The communities expected to benefit from the Christmas cash giveaway are Agudama Epie, Akenfa Epie, Akenpai Epie, Yenegwe Epie and Igbogene Epie. This selfless initiative aims to provide financial assistance to elderly individuals within Ward 4 communities, helping them to celebrate the holiday season with dignity and cheer. Bonsome's vision is to ensure that no senior citizen is left behind during the festive period, and that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the joys of Christmas. The cash giveaway which  is set to take place from 25th to 26th December 2024, with Honourable Bonsome personally overseeing the distribution of funds to the selected beneficiaries.  This act of kindness is a testament to Honourable Bonsome's commitme...

* **Hails Organizers of Nembe Constituency 1 Tourney for Initiative*** Director General of Nigeria's biggest grassroots football spectacle, the Bayelsa Governor's Football Tournament, tagged, 'Prosperity cup' Mr. Ono Akpe has given thumbs up to the winners of Nembe constituency one Football championship. Mr. Akpe was at Nembe over the weekend to witness the final between Ward three and Ward nine that saw ward three emerging champion 4-2 penalties after a draw in regulation time at the Nembe City stadium, Nembe. He expressed satisfaction with the quality of football displayed by the two finalists, stating that what he witnessed at the final has further shown that Bayelsa is blessed with talents that are capable of representing the country in the future. He noted that three players from both wards three and nine have been selected to join the Prosperity team, pointing out that the vision of the organizers of the Nembe  constituency one tournament a...

A goal in each half from Sadiq Auwal and substitute Ibrahim Yahaya gave a resurgent Bayelsa United 2-1 victory over Akwa United in a matchday seventeen fixture of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL decided at Samson Siasia stadium, Yenagoa. Chijioke Alaekwe put the "Promise Keepers" ahead on 23 minute from Paschal Onunze's low cross to beat Bayelsa United goalkeeper, Godgift Elkanah who has been phenomenal this season for the Prosperity Boys. Forward Sadiq Auwal restored parity for the host on 41 minute when Hassan Oladimeji ran past Akwa United players to find Simon Daniel at the edge of the danger zone who intelligently find Sadiq with a sublime finish having missed a close range effort in the opening minutes of the game. Apparently not satisfied with the scoreline, experienced technical adviser of Bayelsa United introduced midfielder Ibrahim Yahaya for Rabiu Abdullahi and Fuluwa Akpokabowei who came in for Emo James on 63 minutes.  Fuluwa Akpokabowei...