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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: Chelsea Set To Sanction First Summer Transfer Under Alonso

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2 hours ago

May 28, 2026

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Chelsea are set to sanction their first summer transfer under their new manager, Xabi Alonso.

According to the BBC Sport, the Blues are ‘open’ to selling Filip Jorgensen this summer after the goalkeeper indicated his desire to leave Stamford Bridge.

Jorgensen joined the Premier League west London club two seasons ago from Villarreal.

The 24-year-old shot-stopper was expected to compete for the number one position with goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, but he made just 11 Premier League appearances over the two seasons.

However, while the arrival of Alonso to Stamford Bridge could lead to a change in fortunes for Jorgensen, the report added that the Danish star has already expressed his desire to leave Chelsea this summer to get more regular playing game-time elsewhere.

Chelsea had blocked a potential exit for Jorgensen in the January transfer window, but the Premier League west London club are now open to a sale, with European and English clubs expected to explore a deal for the goalkeeper.

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EPL: ‘Go For Alvarez’ – Paul Merson Hands Arsenal Two Signings To Make

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has handed his old club two signings to make in the summer.

Merson wants Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and a new midfielder.

“I would get a centre forward this summer, I would go for Julian Alvarez,” Merson said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast.

“I am a big fan. If they could get him, I would. I still think they probably need another midfield player as well.”

Arsenal is expected to bolster its squad in the summer after winning the Premier League title ahead of Manchester City this season.

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EPL: Wayne Rooney Picks Most Improved Player This Season

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has picked the Red Devils defender Luke Shaw as the most improved player in the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney said, “I think, for me, Luke Shaw. I think Luke Shaw has been the most improved player this season.

“I know he is an experienced player now, but I think his level this season has been much better than it has been in recent seasons.

“People might look at Kobbie Mainoo but I don’t think he’s improved. It was just the fact he wasn’t playing under the former manager so it wasn’t good or bad.”

Shaw enjoyed one of his most consistent seasons at Man United and started all of Man United’s Premier League games.