Sports

We’ll Invest In Sports In Edo, Discover More Osimhen, Imasuangbon Vows

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2 years ago

May 9, 2023

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An educationist cum philanthropist, Barrister Kenneth Imasuangbon, says the right attention and priority would be given to sports and sports development in Edo State if given the mandate to serve the good people of the state as their governor.

Imasuangbon, popularly referred to as the ‘Riceman’ made his intention known in a congratulatory message he signed and sent to Victor Osimhen over the emergence of his club as the champions of Seria A League, a copy of which was made available to INFO DAILY in Benin on late Tuesday.

The educationist noted that with the right investment in sports hundreds of Osimhen would not only be discovered but groomed to stardom.

While promising to prioritise sports development, he pointed out that he would churn out policies that would engender sport development in the state, if given the opportunity to serve as governor.

He promised that the foremost Principal Cup and Inter House Sports in public schools would be revatilised for talent discovery, while grassroots sports development would be encouraged by creating the enabling environment.

The statement read: “Yes, Osimhen has done exceedingly well for himself; he has not only made his family proud, he has been a good ambassador of our dear state and Nigeria in general.

“Let’s not forget that he achieved this feat through consistency and a dint of hardwork which is the hallmark of every Edolites.

“We are indeed proud of him as he has been an inspiration to many of our youths.

“This is why when I become the governor, we will ensure that sports development is accorded the rightful place in our overall developmental agenda.

“Sports is no longer a leisure, it’s now a money spinning business, in addition to the fact that sports can curb youths restiveness.

“We will work assiduously to attract the right investment into sports and thus discover more Osimhen in no distant time.

“On behalf of my family and team, I heartily rejoice and congratulate Victor Osimhen for the successes he has recorded with the Italian clubside. He has not only won the league, but he is in run for the highest goal scorer in Seria A.”

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Enabulele Hails Edo-born Athletes’ International Feats

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1 day ago

June 19, 2025

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has expressed delight over the outstanding performance of Edo athletes representing Nigeria on the international stage.

Enabulele, while describing the athletes as worthy ambassadors of the state and the country in general, singled out the impressive participation of seven Edo kickboxing athletes in Team Nigeria at the African Union Kickboxing Championship in Cameroon.

In a congratulatory message signed by his media aide, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele lauded the accomplishments of Flora Ugwunwa and Christopher Michael, who clinched gold medals at the 2025 World Para Athletics (WPA) Grand Prix in Tunis, Tunisia.

INFO DAILY reports that Ugwunwa bagged gold in the F54 women’s shot put and discus events, while Michael emerged victorious in the T11 men’s 100m event.

He said: “The remarkable performance of the country’s para-athletes in Tunisia, where Nigeria finished second overall out of 42 participating nations with 10 gold, 6 silver, and 3 bronze medals, is highly commendable.”

The Edo sports boss, while recalling the impressive performance of Team Edo during the recently concluded National Sports Festival (Ogun 2024), where Edo kickboxers secured 20 gold medals, said the feat which earned many of them national call-ups.

Enabulele reaffirmed the Commission’s unwavering commitment to grassroots sports development and consistent support for para-athletes and other promising talents who continue to bring pride to Edo State and Nigeria.

“I’m proud of our athletes. Flora, Christopher, and our kickboxing team have done exceptionally well. This is what we want to see—Edo athletes in large numbers representing Nigeria at global events,” he emphasized.

Enabulele added that the achievements of Edo athletes reflect the deliberate investments in sports development by the current administration.

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Full List: Maresca No Longer Needs Nine Players At Chelsea

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2 days ago

June 19, 2025

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Chelsea are preparing for another major squad overhaul this summer, with as many as nine players set to leave Stamford Bridge.

New manager Enzo Maresca is keen to trim the squad further, targeting players who no longer fit into his long-term plans.

According to BBC Sport, the Italian tactician has identified nine players who are now available for transfer.

The players reportedly on the exit list include Raheem Sterling, Axel Disasi, Djordje Petrovic, Armando Broja, João Félix, Renato Veiga, Ben Chilwell, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu.

Sterling and Félix were both omitted from Chelsea’s squad for the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup in the United States. Sterling, who spent last season on loan at Arsenal, struggled to make an impression at the Emirates and failed to secure a permanent move.

Félix, meanwhile, was on loan at AC Milan from January until the end of the campaign, but the Serie A club have reportedly decided against making the deal permanent.

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NPFL: Go For Victory, Enabulele Tasks Bendel Insurance FC

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3 days ago

June 18, 2025

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The Executive Chairman of Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has charged Bendel Insurance Football Club to go for victory.

His charge follows the official announcement of the commencement of the 2025/26 season by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Board Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye.

Announcing the commencement in Abuja, Elegbeleye said the season will run from August 22, 2025, to May 24, 2026.

He emphasized that maintaining a stable football calendar is critical to Nigeria’s improved performance in continental tournaments.

Reacting to the announcement, Enabulele commended the NPFL leadership for the consistency in scheduling.

The Edo Sports Commission Boss who spoke through his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, called on players, coaches, and the entire management of Bendel Insurance FC to approach the new season with renewed vigor and a winning mentality.

“We are aware that the league calendar has been stabilized. This means every club must be better prepared. For us at Bendel Insurance, this is a fresh opportunity to compete strongly, win games, and aim for the top. The people of Edo State deserve nothing less,” he said.

Enabulele also pledged continued support for the team’s technical crew and urged the players to maintain discipline, focus, and unity both on and off the pitch, he also appreciated His Excellency, Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo and his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa for their unwavering commitment and support in elevating the team.