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Sports Minister Supports Team Nigeria at African Athletics Senior Championships 2024

Appreciates President for his leadership and support for Nigerian sports Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has stated that he decided to be on ground to support Team Nigeria at the ongoing African Athletics Senior Championships 2024, so as to witness athletes welfare first hand and provide support to the Nigerian contingent in Douala, Cameroon. Senator Enoh made the statement on Wednesday, as he pledged to be accessible at all times and provide the much-needed su

The Intersection of Decentralized Finance and Live Sports Betting

Explore the evolution of global sports betting, highlighting the shift toward cryptocurrency platforms, instant settlements, and decentralized live odds.

WWE Clash in Italy 2026: Full Match Card and Where to Watch

WWE is set to create history with WWE Clash in Italy 2026 , the company’s first-ever Premium Live Event (PLE) hosted in Italy. Wrestling fans around the world are eagerly waiting for this blockbuster event, which promises championship clashes, high-profile rivalries, and unforgettable moments. Scheduled to take place in Turin, Italy , Clash in Italy is shaping up to be one of WWE’s biggest international shows of the year. From major title matches to long-awaited rivalries, the event has generate

Sports Can Lighten The Burden Of The Economy That Could Lead To Depression

Absolutely, sports can play a significant role in improving mental health and potentially lightening the burden of depression on the economy. The physical, social, and psychological benefits of engaging in sports can contribute to overall well-being and resilience, which can have positive effects on individuals and society as a whole. Engaging in sports can help alleviate depression in several ways: 👉Physical Activity: Exercise releases endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. Regular physica

Sports Minister Affirms Nigeria's Readiness for Paris 2024 Olympics

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated the Ministry is committed to seeing Team Nigeria achieve remarkable success at the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris. Drawing inspiration from past achievements and a vision for the future, the Minister emphasized Nigeria will be aiming for gold in Paris, in like fashion as the nation's heroics at the 1996 Olympic Games. "Like every area of human endeavor, we expect to build upon what we did at the last Olympics. Afte

Sports Minister Holds Meeting with NFF, Peseiro Over AFCON Plans

Calls for greater commitment as AFCON success matters a great deal to the Nigerian people The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh convened a high-level meeting on Wednesday morning, with the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Coach of the Super Eagles, Jose Peseiro to deliberate on strategic plans and preparations towards the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The collaborative session, held at the Minister’s office in Abuja, focused on fosteri

Sports Minister Postulates Growth of eSports in Nigeria Will Not be Overlooked

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has stated that Nigeria is enthusiastic about the potentials of eSports, also known as electronic sports or gaming sports. The Minister made the assertion during a meeting with organized Nigerian eSports proponents, led by Mr. Clinton Agbor Ayuk, at his office in Abuja. Senator Enoh expressed his faith in the promising future for the growth and advancement of eSports. He added that, sports as a sector provides Nigerian youths

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NFF, NIS BACK NIGER DELTA SPORTS FESTIVAL, URGE OTHER REGIONS TO FOLLOW SUIT

FRED EDOREH The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the National Institute for Sports (NIS) have commended the upcoming Niger Delta Sports Festival, describing it as a crucial platform for talent discovery and sports development in the region. NFF President Ibrahim Gusau highlighted the festival's potential in unearthing new sporting talents, emphasizing the need for more regional competitions to complement the National Sports Festival. > “Providing young athletes with opportunities to showca

Lookman’s Win is Unsurprising, a Positive Spur for Nigerian Sports" – NSC DG, Hon. Olopade*

PRESS STATEMENT The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has described Ademola Lookman’s coronation as the 2024 CAF Player of the Year as a well-deserved victory that will ignite positive momentum for Nigerian sports. The DG also Nigerian hailed both the Super Falcons Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for winning the goalkeeper of the year award and the Super Falcons for winning the Women's Team of the year. Inspite of his tight schedules, Hon. Olopade

Sports Minister Congratulates Nigeria’s Men and Women's 4x100m on Olympic Qualification.

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AMALGAMATED APC VISIT SPORTS COMMISSIONER

The Commissioner for Sports has urged members of the amalgamated APC Support Groups in Nigeria, Cross River State Chapter to channel their energies to positive ways of promoting the party’s image among Cross Riverians, she disclosed this in a courtesy visit by leaders of the group at her office in Calabar. Atsu appealed for the group's prayer, cooperation and support for Governor Bassey Otu and his wife to lead the People-First mandate for the growth and development of the state. Madam Atsu sai

IOC President Commends Visionary Leadership of Nigeria's Sports Minister, Sen. John Enoh

as Nigeria pledges support to the values of Olympic movement The International Olympic Committee (IOC) president, Thomas Bach, has praised the visionary leadership of Nigeria's Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, during a high-level meeting in Gangwon, South Korea, host city of the Winter Youth Games. The meeting took place as Nigeria is participating in the Youth Winter Olympic Games. The discussions between President Thomas Bach and Minister John Owan Enoh also bordered on

Cristiano Ronaldo knocked off top spot as 29-year-old Spaniard becomes world’s highest-paid sportsma

The world's highest-paid athlete is now Spanish golfer Jon Rahm, surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo, the star player for Al Nassr.Rahm is the current Masters winner and the third-ranked golfer in the world. The Spaniard, who was a fervent opponent of the dissident Saudi-backed LIV tour, dramatically changed his mind and signed a contract for the 2024 season. According to Metro, in doing so, the 29-year-old surpassed Ronaldo's earnings for the entire year. As the highest-paid athlete in 2023, Rahm ($30

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Why Are Sports for Girls Important for Physical and Mental Health?

Discover why sports for girls are vital for physical fitness, confidence, mental health, teamwork skills, and overall health and wellness.

Paris Saint-Germain are open to activate Ousmane Dembélé’s €50m exit clause since Friday

their plan remains the same. 🔴🔵🇫🇷 #PSG It’s now Ousmane who has to decide his future as he also discussed new deal with Barcelona in the recent weeks. Only up to the player.

Sports Minister Congratulates Tobi Amusan on Diamond League Victory

_"Tobi represents strength, mental toughness and the Nigerian spirit_ " The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has congratulated Oluwatobiloba Amusan for winning the 100m Women's Hurdles in a time of 12.33 to reclaim her Diamond League title in Eugene, Oregon, United States of America. Enoh stated that the victory was a beautiful way for Amusan to wind down an athletic season that brought joy, tears and goosebumps. He added that her determination and mental strengt

The culinary delights hidden inside Hong Kong’s markets

The culinary delights hidden inside Hong Kong’s markets Offering everything from Michelin-endorsed dim sum to juicy smoked goose served in a world-renowned restaurant, Hong Kong is home to some of the finest culinary experiences on the planet. But there are hundreds of underrated meals that aren’t going to have quite the same impact on your credit card balance. And many of them can be found in Hong Kong’s hawker markets, which are filled with cheap, delicious eats. “Hong Kong’s cooked food cente

Sports Minister to Meet Sports Federations’Presidents,Technical Dir.& Secretaries Ahead of Olympics

Says Ministry executing its strategies towards ensuring success in Paris The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh will meet with presidents, secretaries, and technical directors of Olympic-bound sports federations as the Ministry fine-tunes preparations towards Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The programme collaboratively involves notable bodies such as the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC), Paralympic Federation of Nigeria, and the Ministerial Podium Performance Committee,