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Edokpolor, Idia College Girls Lift Edo Secondary School Football Cup, As Organisers Appreciate Yussuf Alli, School Authorities

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12 months ago

November 2, 2024

Edokpolor Grammar School, Benin City, on Friday won the 3rd edition of the Edo State Annual Secondary Schools Football Tournament after defeating St. David Mixed College, Evboneka 3-2 in the male category.

PraiseGod Monday, Ubebe Miracle and
Iboi Godspower scored a goal each to help Edokpolor Grammar School triumph over St David whose goal scoring machine,
Ewean Osaze almost dragged the game into extra time after scoring a brace to reduce the deficit in the second half, while
Oghe Community Secondary School, Ivioghe- Agenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area finished in the third place

In the female category,Idia College thrashed ST, Agela’s Grammar School Girls 3-0 to lift the cup, making them winners for the third time, while Eyean Secondary School won the third place in the category.

Winners of both male and female categories went home with a Million Naira each, while the second and third placed teams pocketed N500,000 and N300,000 respectively with medals and trophies.

Individual awards of Most Valuable players, Highest Goal Scorer, Goalkeeper and others were specially recognized and honoured.

Organizers of the tournament in a post match interview, said the games were designed to discover talents that abound in the state, stressing that the exercise offered the students the needed opportunity to express themselves and showcase their skills with possibilities of pursuing a career in football.

The Chairman of the Tournament Working Committee Col. Charles Asowata (Rtd.) expressed the Forum’s gratitude to the Ministry of Education who made the children available for the competition, and the Edo State Sports Commission for granting them access to the stadium For the final stage of the competition.

He said that they were happy that in 2022/2023 they were able to produce some professionals among the participating schools, adding that five have moved to Edo Queens; two to Fortress Ladies Football Club, while two other persons are presently playing outside the country.

“The tournament is to build characters. How to accept loss and celebrate winning. It takes off children from the streets. Our job is to encourage them to be better citizens and not to involve themselves in cultism because they are our future”.

He advised Edo youths to be focused in life and do what they can to better their lives.

He also said they must be trust worthy in whatever they do.

On his part, a member of the forum, Prince Jerry Obaseki said the tournament was aimed at giving back to the society.

Obaseki, who described Edo State as a cradle of sports talents in the past, said their role is to rejig sports at the grassroots to make the state regain its pride of place in sports in the country.

He disclosed that 160 students participated in this year’s competition and promised that it will continue.

Sports

EPL: Trossard Strike As Arsenal Beat Fulham 1-0

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8 hours ago

October 18, 2025

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Arsenal edged past Fulham with a narrow 1-0 victory at Craven Cottage, climbing three points clear at the top of the Premier League table. The result marked another composed and professional display from Mikel Arteta’s side, who continue to show their title credentials.

The decisive moment came in the second half when Leandro Trossard calmly finished after a clever set-piece routine.

Bukayo Saka delivered a dangerous corner that was flicked on by Gabriel, setting up Trossard to slot home the winner.

Arteta’s side dominated possession throughout, limiting Fulham to very few chances in front of goal.

The hosts struggled to create any real threat, with Arsenal’s defence staying compact and composed.

With the victory, Arsenal overtake Manchester City to sit three points clear at the summit after another disciplined away performance.

More to follow…

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EPL: Nottingham Forest Sacks Postecoglou After 3-0 Defeat To Chelsea

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14 hours ago

October 18, 2025

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Nottingham Forest have sacked Ange Postecoglou barely minutes after their 3-0 defeat to Chelsea on Saturday.

A statement from the Premier league club, released 20 minutes after full-time at the City Ground, reads: “Nottingham Forest Football Club can confirm that after a series of disappointing results and performances, Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties as head coach with immediate effect.

“The club will make no further comment at this time.”

Postecoglou was in charge for eight games and six of those ended in defeat.

It included an early Carabao Cup exit at Championship club Swansea City, when Forest led 2-1 in the 92nd minute before conceding two in four minutes to lose 3-2.

The other two games – away at Burnley (Premier League) and Real Betis (Europa League) ended in draws.

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Edo Sports Commission Boss Charges New Armwrestling Board To Prioritize Accessibility, Sponsorship

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1 day ago

October 17, 2025

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Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has charged members of the newly inaugurated Edo State Armwrestling Association board to embrace openness, accessibility, and proactive engagement with athletes and stakeholders.

Enabulele gave the charge during the board’s inauguration held at the Media Centre of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City.

The event had in attendance Executive Directors, the Permanent Secretary, and other top officials of the Commission.

In a statement signed by his Media Officer, Mr. Edoko Wilson Edoko, the sports commission boss described the inauguration as “a new dawn in our collective journey to strengthen and elevate the standard of sports development in Edo State.”

He urged the new executives to pursue sponsorships and partnerships that would drive growth and sustain the association’s programmes.

“Financial support is the lifeblood of sports,” Enabulele said.

“Through partnerships and sponsorships, we can provide the resources needed to nurture our athletes and expand our programmes.”

The Chairman also called for approachable leadership, encouraging the board to remain open to athletes, coaches, and stakeholders.

“Your guidance and presence will foster unity, strengthen teamwork, and create a culture of accountability and progress,” he added.

Enabulele further announced plans to introduce quarterly appraisal sessions between the Commission and sports associations to ensure proper monitoring and measurable progress.

“These sessions will allow us to review achievements, address challenges, and design strategies for continued success,” he explained.

He urged the new board members to carry out their duties with dedication and vision, stressing that their collective efforts would transform Edo sports and inspire the next generation of champions.

In his response, the new Chairman of the Edo Armwrestling Association, Mr. Eromosele Albert, pledged to organize both national and international armwrestling competitions to boost the sport’s visibility and give Edo athletes more exposure.

Albert noted that armwrestling is gaining rapid popularity in the United States and Canada and promised to leverage global trends to enhance the sport’s profile and financial sustainability in Edo State.

He also expressed confidence that Team Edo would perform strongly at the next National Sports Festival, where the sport offers 34 gold medals.

The inauguration ceremony ended with exhibition matches featuring male and female athletes competing in both left and right-hand categories.

Those inaugurated into the board include: Mr. Eromosele Albert (Chairman), Divine Rosemary (Acting Secretary/Coach), Hon. Frank Ilaboya, Mr. Johnson Femi, Mr. Johnny Summers, Mr. Osagie Oghuma Peter, Dr. Benson Ogala, and Mr. Iraoya Olarenwaju.