NNL: Olawoye, Pelumi Stars As Osun Utd Put Three Past Stubborn Adoration FC

 

NNL: Olawoye, Pelumi Stars As Osun Utd Put Three Past Stubborn Adoration FC

Osun United Football Club of Osogbo at the weekend defeated Adoration FC 3-1 in one of Match Day 14 fixtures in the Nigeria National League (NNL) to further climb group B1 table. 

Omoluabi Giants secured all important victory with brilliant display orchestrated by commendable team spirit. With the urgency to bounce back immediately from the defeat away to J Atete FC, 'Believe And Achieve' side became too hot for the guest having finished the first stanza 1-0 courtesy of Yinusa Yusuf's well planted header, in 16th minute of the encounter.

The much improved United almost caused an havoc after resumption as Wasiu and Olalere combined so well to set up Emeka Emmanuel whose final dispatch was a bit awkward as Obinna Ames in goal for Adoration FC denied him from pointblank.

The visitors too had their moments but it didn't count save for the efforts of Francis Odudu, Abubakar Aminu and Yusuf Yinusa who ensured a well tidy habitats.

Furthermore, the action became thick and hot as wing sensation, Pelumi Olaoluwa became major outlets in which 'Giants' unleashed their dangerous moves upfront. Olawoyin whose delivery was too hot inside the final third further increased the tally 15minutes from time.

Fans were again sent into frenzy 8 minutes from time as substitute, Olawoye ldowu bagged his brace, he jabbed in a clever loop provided by Pelumi whose final delivery dislodged opponents goal keeper from acute angle, making it 3-0.

Consolation goal finally came at the death as away team benefitted from center referee's call who awarded the penalty.

Omoluabi Giants will hope to secure away points as Believe And Achieve side shall chase glory away to Abeokuta Stomers in Remo Stadium lkenne at the weekend, same way the team will be the guest of Bendel lnsurance the weekend after.

NWFL Super Six: Naija Ratels, NWFL At Cross Road Over Shirt Sponsors

 

....Naija Ratels lose three points in first game

NWFL Super Six newcomers, Naija Ratels FC of Abuja, this afternoon lost  their first game ever in the 2021/2022 Super Six following their deliberate contravention of the Statutes of the Nigeria Women Football League guiding sponsorship. 

In clear contravention of the NWFL Statutes on Sponsorship Articles 7.7 to 7.10, the Chairman of Naija Ratels FC, Mr. Edeh, instructed his team not to wear the jerseys made available to all the six teams in the NWFL Premiership Super Six after earlier agreeing in a meeting with NWFL Club Owners.

The Chief Operating Officer of the NFWL, Modupe Shabi, noted that: The NWFL Statutes on sponsorship Article 7.7 to 7.10 states that :" The title sponsorship contract shall not have the effect of preventing any club from granting any right of whatever nature pursuant to the club shirt sponsor contract irrespective of when the club enters into the same and the club shirt sponsor contract of any club shall not have the effect of preventing any right granted pursuant to any Title Sponsorship contract being operated or enjoyed in respect of any club or at the ground of any club.

"7.8: All rights contracts to be entered into by any club shall first be subject to the writing and approval of NWFL, before execution.

"7.9: Copies of all rights contracts executed by any club shall be delivered to the NWFL.

"7.10: The NWFL may issue from time to time directives to clubs setting out those rights which may and may not be granted by any club to any contract and each club shall comply to all requests with any such directive."

The Chief Operating Officer noted that, the first action against the contravention by the management of Naija Ratels Football Club of Abuja, orchestrated by the club Chairman, Barrister Paul Edeh, was the walk over against them by their first match opponents, Nasarawa Amazons after they were given more than 30 minutes to comply with the NWFL regulations.

"A further action against the club for the deliberate contravention, especially not allowing the match to  kick off for more than 30 minutes, will be decided by the Disciplinary Committee of the NWFL before the end of today."

The Chairman of Naija Ratels, Sunday evening at the official Pre-match meetings for opening matches of the 2021/2022 NWFL Premiership Super Six, held at the Press centre of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin, said boldly that his team will not comply with the directives of the NWFL as he had a jersey sponsorship with another outfit different from the the arrangement of the Super Six sponsors, and won't for anything do otherwise.

He carried this threat over to the match venue at the University of Benin, Ugbowo campus.

The NWFL Chief Operating Officer expressed shock over the action of Naija Ratels FC Chairman, who refused to listen to all advises on peaceful resolution.

"There is no record of a shirt sponsorship contract for Naija Ratels Football Club with the Nigeria Women Football League Secretariat. We don't have any official documentation of such contract. To us, nothing of such exists in our record. So, it was a huge surprise to see the Chairman of the club, Mr. Paul Edeh, openly contravened the statutes of the NWFL on Sponsorship."

Shabi, noted that, further action for the unbecoming attitude of Naija Ratels will be decided by the board of the NWFL later today. But meanwhile, the matches of the NWFL Premiership Super Six will continue at the University of Benin, Ugbowo and Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium will continue."

 

Michael and Felicia Ultra Modern Table Tennis Hall ls A Laudable Project- Oyetola

 

Oyetola commissions Ultra Modern Table Tennis Edifice, lauds Ayo Alabi's Initiative 

Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola has lauded the Chairman, Osun State Table Tennis Association, Mr. Ayo Alabi for building an ultra modern Table Tennis Hall  for use by Osun athletes saying the hall will boost youth participation in the game, reawaken the lively environment of the stadium and help raise international table tennis champions from the State.

Oyetola who stated this in Osogbo on Saturday during the commissioning of Michael and Felicia Alabi Table Tennis Edifice urged other well meaning citizens of the state to emulate this good gesture of Chief and Chief Mrs Ayo Alabi by exploring opportunities provided by the state government's enabling environment to contribute their quota to the development of the state.

Represented by Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Prince Wole Oyebamiji, the Governor said "this government has in the last three and half years in office evolved a rich culture of partnering with well-meaning members of this society to the development of infrastructures which has positioned the state as one of the fastest growing tourism in the country. Judging by this increasing partnership, I strongly believe that the inauguration of this hall will further assist in opening new sports frontiers."

"This Michael and Felicia Ultra Modern Table Tennis hall is a welcome addition to the galaxies of facilities that our administration is assembling to raise the standard of sports in Nigeria. From the precinct of this hall, champions shall be raised and careers shall be nurtured, and each time these happen, the dreams of this amazing couple shall be realised and Osun shall be glorified."

Speaking on the present administration's efforts on sports development, he said "our three-prong strategic approach to sports development - discovery and nurturing of talents, development of sporting infrastructure and reward for outstanding achievements and welfare of athletes and their coaches remains unshakable. By the time we're done with implementation of these strategies, sports shall be a huge factor in the comity of sectors for bolstering the image of Osun and garnering foreign exchange for the state.

In his address of welcome, Osun State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Yemi Lawal who spoke through the Special Adviser on Youth and Sports, Aremo Gboyega Adelabu highlighted several efforts of the government on sports development and assured that the Ministry will continue to engage and empower Osun youth through sports and assist them to reach the peak of their careers.

In his remarks, Chairman Osun State Table Tennis Association, Ayo Alabi appreciated Governor Gboyega Oyetola for approving the construction of the edifice at the premises of Osogbo Township Stadium which according to him was a major milestone in his drive to engage Osun youth to be more productive through sports.

"Our history in Osun is enriched with panache for growth, development and success. This feat today will produce an Osun indigene scaling local and international heights as we sought to assert ourselves in sports most especially Table Tennis. Therefore, Osun State table tennis has taken a giant step towards moving from being just playing the games to a successful entity into  being significant on the lives of Osun youth that have passion for sports".

On his other plans, Alabi said " two months ago, my siblings and I hosted 17 states to our annual table tennis event in Otan Ayegbaju with over 250 participating athletes where over 4 million cash was given out in several categories. Next year, we have decided to host the whole 36 states of the federation. Our government cannot don't alone, we need synergy to work together in moving our state forward," submitted the Otan Ayegbaju born philanthropist.

There were goodwill messages from Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Abdulrasheed Olabomi,  Owa of Otan Ayegbaju Oba Lukman Ojo Fadipe, Sooko Omoniyi of Ife, Dr. Kemade Elugbaju who represented Ooni of Ife, Vice President, Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) Dr. Adesoji Tayo, Chairman Boluwaduro Local Government, Hon. Akeem Tokede and Senator Ajibola Basiru who all eulogized Mr and Mrs. Alabi and promised to support them in their efforts at putting Osun in the global map of sports.

Highpoint of the programme was the commissioning and official opening of the hall by Prince Wole Oyebamiji who engaged a renowned international award winning journalist, Elder Tunde Fagbenle in a novelty game. The event also featured cultural display and exhibition matches by Osun table tennis athletes.

Also present at the programme were the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Sports Development, Mr. Vincent Akinbami, acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Sports, Mrs. Taiwo Oladunjoye, Director of Sports, Mr. Layi Adesiyan, General Manager, Osun State Sports Council, Mr. Rotimi Dunmoye, Director of Coaches and Training Ademola Daini, wife and elder brother of Mr. Alabi, Alhaja Temitayo and Mr. Yomi Alabi as well as members of Ibadan Tennis Club, Osogbo Sports Club, Osun State Table Tennis Association among others.

NNL: Osun Utd Mauled Ibom Youths FC 3-0 As Debutants Shines

 

NNL: Ibom Youths Walloped By Omoluabi Giants 3-0 As Debutants Shines.

A massive win for Osun Utd at the mainbowl of Obafemi Awolowo University sports arena, in the matchday twelve encounter involving Omoluabi Giants and Ibom Youths FC.

Coach Waheed Olapade paraded few unfamiliar faces in different roles as Emmanuel Emeka and Sodiq Babatunde paired upfront while another debutants Wasiu Yusuf and Sherif Yinusa donned the customary yellow and brown for the first time.

United imposed their dominance from the blast of the whistle only to manage a scoreless moments till half hour mark. Former Crown FC hitman, Babatunde Sodiq benefitted from a howler from visitors goalkeeper whose grips is so weak as he spills a fierce lowdrive into the path of onrushing striker who steers in gently.

Pelumi Olaoluwa pacy runs and resolute marking of Abimbola Majeed with Akilapa's high pitch of vocal cord, commanded the big win. Hakeem Olalere nods into the net to increase the tally after enjoying a flick from Olaoluwa Pelumi via a corner kick twelve minutes later.

Coach Waheed Olapade rings some changes after the first stanza and it instantly yielded results as the third goal came through a substitute Idowu Olawoye who sprints after a well connected delivery and he put the icing on the cake of 'Believe And Achieve' side as he rounded up goalkeeper and poked in decently from tight angle.

The result was similar to the reverse fixtures at the end of first stanza in lkot Ekpene. Habeeb Owolabi and outstanding fullback Mubarak, could have added more goals only to see their delivery being tipped to safety brilliantly.

According to coach Olapade, change in players orientations, good recruitments and support from fans occasioned the massive win.

"We talked to players in a brotherly manner before the second round, the boys promised to give it all. 

"United we stand, devided we fall, we ensured that our house is in order while injections of ambitious players really helped us. Going forward, the confidence will be restored in amassing more points away from home, I appreciate the players for not letting us down". Omo Oba as he's widely called submitted.

Up next, J Atete will play host to Omoluabi Giants in Nigeria National League Week thirteen at Warri Township Stadium.

NL Second Stanza: Osun Utd Seeks Stakeholders' Support, Announces New Recruits

 

NNL Second Stanza: Osun Utd Seeks Stakeholders' Support, Announces New Recruits

Following the second-tier league resumptions, Osun United FC managements have called on stakeholders to rally the team now that boys will be separated from men.

Making the call on behalf of Omoluabi Giants, the Team Manager of the side, Kabiru Adekunle appeal to football stakeholders to increase their support in making the state owned darling team to thrive and return to where it belongs.

Recall that Baruwa tutored side managed four wins and one draw and pegged at eight on the log with 13 points at the end of first round, the performance which the management frowned upon.

Having released five players and rejigged the squad during the mid-season break, the team is set to be turning in an impressive results both home and away.

"We are aware of our current position and are seriously doing everything we can to redeem our image. 

"We told the coaches to beef up the squad with ambitious players without interference.

The government is doing its best and we appreciate them a lot that's why we need to reciprocate their gestures with outstanding performances.

"We therefore appreciate football administrators in the state, our supporters and fans for their support and loyalty. We equally salute the efforts of media guys in promoting us. We are therefore calling for more supports because it's not over until it's over." Team Manager explained.

Meanwhile, the following players have been added to the squad in a bid to push the team to an enviable position. Daniel Mende (Nero Soccer FC), Babatunde Sodiq (Crown FC), Sheriff Yinusa (Nero Soccer FC), Jelili Afisu (A. Stomers SC), Wasiu Yusuf (J. Atete), Idowu Olawoye (Destiny Boys), Emmanuel Emeka (Bayelsa Utd.) and Ridwan Sodiq (Go Round FC).

'Believe And Achieve' side will tomorrow play host to lbom Youths FC at the football pitch of Obafemi Awolowo University lle-lfe. The must win crucial encounter is billed for 4pm.

NLO Axe Falls On OSOPADEC Coach As FC Ebedei Gets 3 Points, Goals

The Nationwide League One (NLO) says it will  decisively sanction Osopadec FC Ondo State Head Coach for unprofessional conduct that could easily have brought the game to disrepute.

Coach Boye Ogunderu incurred the wrath of the NLO Secretariat after he brought the MatchDay 9 game between FC Ebedei and Osopadec which was on livestream on the NLOTV App to an abrupt end due to his poor and myopic attitude.

The game was 2-2 in the 42nd minute when the Osopadec Coach went berserk, questioning a penalty decision taken by the Center Referee.

Coach Boye Ogunderu, then put his character to question after he threw caution to the winds  asking his players to walk off the pitch.

It was a thrilling encounter in the opening half with FC Ebedei taking the lead in the 5th minute through a stunning goal from Adigun Luqman. The lead only lasted for 13 minutes after Omoyeni Michael draw level for Osopadec FC with a stunning strike that caught Abiodun in goal for FC Ebedei napping. 

Three minutes later, Osopadec took a surprised lead via Omohera Monday, as he scrambled home from close range to make it 2-1 for the visitors.

At the dot of 32nd minute, FC Ebedei squared things up with a deserved equaliser as Opeyemi sets up Musa Isa Abubakar to steer the ball into the bottom corner of the Osopadec goal for 2-2.

Ten minutes later, FC Ebedei got the chance to score a third goal as they were awarded a penalty after Osopadec defender Bojo Adewale handled the ball in the box and the referee made no mistake to point to the spot. 

In the summary jurisdiction of the game, the NLO Secretariat as awarded to FC Ebedei with 3 points and 3 goals. This decision is based on a relevant article of the rules (Art.4.12: 4-5).

Osopadec FC was fined the sum of Fifty Thousand Naira only (N50,000.), Which must be paid within 14 days from today 13th May 2022.

The Head Coach of OSOPADEC FC Boye Ogunderu will be reported to his professional body to confirm if it's part of their professional ethics to call players off the field when a coach disagrees with the Referee decision.

Embarrassment caused the league by Boye Ogunderu immature attitude could not be quantified because the match was been viewed all over the world including those talking to us to SPONSOR THE LEAGUE.

The Nationwide League One Secretariat also did stress that it will not condone any act of indiscipline that could bring the game to disrepute.