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Governor’s Cup: Edo Students Eager To Participate, Iyamu Tells Enabulele, Sponsors

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1 year ago

March 12, 2025

By Joseph Ebi Kanjo

Edo State Commissioner for Education, Dr Paddy Iyamu, has disclosed that students from various secondary schools in the state are eager to participate in the upcoming 2025 Governor’s Cup.

Iyamu made the disclosure when he met with the state Sports Commission chairman, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele and sponsor of the event, Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited.

The tourney tagged ‘Catch Them Young‘, and initiated by Governor Monday Okpebholo of the state, is aimed at providing a platform for young athletes in the state and enhancing young talents.

Iyamu, further speaking,
noted: “We appreciate Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited for their interest in sponsoring this competition as part of their community social responsibility. We are grateful for your commitment to sports development,” he expressed.

On his part, Enabulele emphasized the significance of organizing a memorable and high-quality Governor’s Cup, stating, “It is essential to ensure that this event helps maintain our position as a sports powerhouse in the country.”

He further noted: “With the 2025 Governor’s Cup approaching, we are confident that many promising talents will be identified and nurtured to elevate sports in Edo.

“Senator Monday Okpebholo is deeply committed to sports development, and these untapped talents will play a significant role in our state’s future success. Our goal is to ensure that the Governor’s Cup proceeds smoothly without disrupting academic activities.”

Participation in the 2025 Governor’s Cup is open to public and selected private schools, featuring Under-16 students from JSS 1, JSS 2, SS1, and SS2. Schools’ Game Masters will oversee the initial rounds at the school level.

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

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2 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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21 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.