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Davido, Asa To Perform At National Sports Festival’s Opening Ceremony In Abeokuta

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12 months ago

May 18, 2025

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As anticipation builds for the opening ceremony of the 22nd National Sports Festival, the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has confirmed that Nigerian music sensations Davido and Asa will headline the event with live performances at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta.

Scheduled for 5 p.m. on Sunday, the ceremony marks the official commencement of the multi-sport event being hosted by Ogun State for the second time since 2006.

In a statement on his X account, Olopade emphasised the significance of the festival, describing it as Nigeria’s equivalent of the Olympic Games.

“This is our own Olympics and from start to finish, the festival must portray that global feel, both in competition and organisation,” he said.

Highlighting the efforts of both the NSC and the Ogun State Government, Olopade added, “This is why the National Sports Commission @NatSportsComm and the Ogun State Government @OGSG_Official have put up a world-class event to mark the Opening ceremony later today by 5 pm.”

He further revealed the star-studded entertainment lineup, saying, “Two of Nigeria’s top music icons Davido @davido and Asa @Asa_official will be performing live at the MKO Sports Arena.”

According to Olopade, the event is designed to meet international standards and reflect the vision he has long championed for the festival.

“Beyond the aesthetic people will be seeing today, which confirms to everyone what I have been saying — that Ogun will host the best Festival — we are also determined to ensure that people witness the best throughout the Games,” he said.

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EPL: Why I Won’t Stay One More Year At Man Utd – Casemiro

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3 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Manchester United midfielder, Casemiro, has explained why he won’t stay one more year at the club.

The 34-year-old is set to leave Old Trafford at the end of the current season.

The Brazilian, however, had been urged by the club’s fans to extend his contract by one more year due to his brilliant display for Michael Carrick’s side this term.

Speaking on the development, Casemiro told ESPN Brasil, “There is no chance [for me to stay one more year].

“It is leaving through the front door. It has been four wonderful years, and I am eternally grateful not only to the club but to the fans.

“I think it is over. The cycle has ended here. I am moving on to a new chapter in my career.”

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EPL: Rooney Names Team To Win Title

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23 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has said Arsenal will go on to win the Premier League title, after Manchester City dropped points against Everton.

City were held to a 3-3 draw at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday night.

The result means Pep Guardiola’s men are now five points behind Arsenal, but they have one game in hand.

Rooney believes the Gunners will beat West Ham this weekend and go on to be champions.

He said on BBC Sport: “No, I’m concerned for West Ham. I just think Arsenal are efficient and professional.

“I just think they will win every game. So obviously, with the result tonight, that means they will win the league.”

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UCL, EPL: Petr Cech Advises Chelsea On How To Win Trophies

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2 days ago

May 4, 2026

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Chelsea legend, Petr Cech, has advised his old club on how to win the UEFA Champions League or the English Premier League.

Chelsea are already out of the Premier League title race this season, and they are at risk of missing out on UEFA Champions League qualification for next season because they are currently not in the ninth position on the Premier League table.

Speaking to The Athletic about Chelsea, Cech said that the Blues need to change their philosophy of signing only young players if they want to win the Premier League or Champions League.

According to the former goalkeeper, the Premier League west London club needs to add experienced players to mentor the young players in the squad.

“You have to look at what you want to achieve. You can have young, talented players, and you can win, but it’s very rare that you manage to do that,” he said.

“If you want to win every season and compete every season, that does not go together.

“You have to change your philosophy. Certain things don’t go together because, in order to win a Champions League or a Premier League… these are really tough competitions, and you have to be consistent.

“You need to have a strong core of the team. And then you can bring young, talented players who will grow faster and then will be held by the experienced players to help navigate them through difficult times when they come.”

Currently, Chelsea have just one player, Tosin Adarabioyo, who is over 28 this season, and the defender has not been playing regularly.