Proud Dad! Dele Aiyenugba Happy With Son's Progress Kwara United goalkeeper Dele Aiyenugba has lavished encomiums on his son, Daniel Aiyenugba for his outstanding performance as Beyond Limit FA of Ogun State spanked First Bank FC of Lagos 4-1, in one of the Nationwide League One Division One second promotion playoff decided at the mainbowl of Osogbo Township Stadium. Aiyenugba who's sojourn in lsreal stretched over twelve years and starred for four different clubsides, returned to Nigeria ahead of 2021-21 season and signed with Harmony Warriors. The CAF Champions League double holder watched from stand as a brace from Kparobo Arierhi and a goal each from Faruk Ogundare and Chukwudi Isaac condemned the Bankers who had a consolation goal through Saheed Egbeolowo. Aiyenugba who started his career with Kwara Stars and later donned Green White Green was full of praise for his son Daniel Aiyenugba for helping Beyond Limit FA secured promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL) in their third attempt. "It’s just God all through; Daniel was superb today as he made some impressive saves for his team. Am greatful for teams like Kwara Utd., Kwara Football Academy and Beyond Limit for moulding him to what he's today." Daniel Aiyenugba,14, the son of former Super Eagles played a crucial role in the club’s promotion success with superb reflexes and classical commanding tone throughout the proceedings. The thrilled father is also optimistic of fantastic future ahead of Daniel, following his audacious displays. “I’m a proud father as he is boldly taking over the big gloves from me. With his display today, I’m very confident he has a bright future ahead of him, once he stays humble, prayerful and working hard” he said. C - Seyi Joshua

 Proud Dad! Dele Aiyenugba Happy With Son's Progress

Kwara United goalkeeper Dele Aiyenugba has lavished encomiums on his son, Daniel Aiyenugba for his outstanding performance as Beyond Limit FA of Ogun State spanked First Bank FC of Lagos 4-1, in one of the Nationwide League One Division One second promotion playoff decided at the mainbowl of Osogbo Township Stadium.

Aiyenugba who's sojourn in lsreal stretched over twelve years and starred for four different clubsides, returned to Nigeria ahead of 2021-21 season and signed with Harmony Warriors.

The CAF Champions League double holder watched from stand as a brace from Kparobo Arierhi and a goal each from Faruk Ogundare and  Chukwudi Isaac condemned the Bankers who had a consolation goal through Saheed Egbeolowo.

 Aiyenugba who started his career with Kwara Stars and later donned Green White Green was full of praise for his son Daniel Aiyenugba for helping Beyond Limit FA secured promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL) in their third attempt.

"It’s just God all through; Daniel was superb today as he made some impressive saves for his team. Am greatful for teams like Kwara Utd., Kwara Football Academy and Beyond Limit for moulding him to what he's today."

Daniel Aiyenugba,14, the son of former Super Eagles played a crucial role in the club’s promotion success with superb reflexes and classical commanding tone throughout the proceedings.

The thrilled father is also optimistic of fantastic future ahead of Daniel, following his audacious displays.

“I’m a proud father as he is boldly taking over the big gloves from me. With his display today, I’m very confident he has a bright future ahead of him, once he stays humble, prayerful and working hard” he said.

C - Seyi Joshua

NLO23: Godspower Fires Osun Utd To Top, Set Up Dead Rubber Proceedings With Pegba1 Sporting FC

 

NLO23: Godspower Fires Osun Utd To Top, Set Up Dead Rubber Proceedings With Pegba1 Sporting FC 

Following the hard fought victory of Osun Utd over Fehinty FC, in one of the Match Day 5 fixtures at Osogbo Township Stadium, Osun Utd have emerged Group C1A leader with 13points gathered with a game to go.

Recall that Osun Utd coasted home maximum points following a magnificent display against lgbajo Utd (2-0)., HMK FC (3-1), and Victory Police FC (2-1). Hammola FC shares spoil (0-0), with Seye Ajayi tutored side, Believe And Achieve side bounced back and had to bank on Godspower 57th minutes spot-kick to condemn Fehinty FC in a tension soaked duel.

Hammola FC had earlier occupied top spot on the log but couldn't maintain the status as they dropped one spot behind the leader (Osun Utd) with 8points after Match Day 5, thereby trailing Osun Utd with 5points. 

Omoluabi Giants having scored 8times and conceded twice would lock horns with Pegba1 Sporting FC in a dead rubber encounter on Thursday, 18th May 2023, as attention would be equally turned to who beats the drop between Fehinty FC and HMK FC. 'Royal Warriors' need outright win while Okinni based Fehinty FC must avoid defeat to beat the drop.

According to Coach Seye Ajayi, the head coach of Osun Utd,. He hailed the boys for the job well executed amid injury concerns but promised to promote the team by all means.

"What is important to us is to pick the sole ticket in the group and that we have been able to do amid terrific atmosphere, that makes our next game less important.

"Injury to some of our regulars have been a serious concern in our fold. We will see how it goes in the coming days. We have our eyes set on the promotion playoff in lbadan. The management is doing everything in their capacity to motivate the boys. We need the support of all and sundry going forward." Former 3SC goal merchant stated.

United 'Red Hot' lanky striker, Gabriel Godspower who raked in 7 goals after Match Day 5 will be as useful as ever when Osun Utd lock horns with Adamimogo FC in Adamasingba, lbadan, on Monday.

HMK FC Unveils Kits, Ready For New Season

 

HMK FC Unveils Kits, Ready For New Season 

Following the resumption of Nigeria Nationwide League One Division One 2023 season, HMK FC have been branded with new kits.

The technologically advanced and contemporary kit, produced locally by fast rising kit maker Drizleen, features a design with distinctive colours – Navy blue and Yellow.

The kit has been carefully and lightly designed to assist the players performance. The new kit comes with textures that optimally fits into various weather conditions.

According to club president of HMK FC, Mrs Adesiyan " ln another exciting steps towards the season, we are glad to ne part of technological advancements which will help players performance optimally in any climatic conditions.

"The replicas will be made available at every point in time in our club house. We are looking forward to our supporters and fans in identifying with us. We believe fans can equally give us that required leap going forward." She stated.

Significantly, the Team Manager, Kunle Shipebi charged the players and officials to double up their efforts in achieving the set targets. He informed that, the club has been on the rise recently and the momentum must be sustained.

Dignitaries at the event took time to appreciate the club management and contributed financially as they gracefully and joyfully purchased the jersey made in home and away versions.

HMK FC locks horn with Pegba1 Sporting FC in the league opener at Osogbo Township Stadium, after which the team will battle the likes of Hammola FC, Victory Police FC, Osun Utd, Fehinty FC and lgbajo Utd.

Nationwide League One: A Decade Of Growth, Professionalization And Opportunities

 

Nationwide League One: 

A Decade Of Growth, Professionalization And Opportunities

The Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO) held a media briefing at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, on Wednesday April 26, 2023, to update sponsors, corporate organisations, and football stakeholders on its activities over the past decade. 

The theme of the event was "2013-2022: A Decade of Growth," which celebrated the league's achievements over the past 10 years while highlighting its objectives and future plans.

The NLO is Nigeria's third-tier football league and in 2022 (the last year of the decade in question), had 344 clubs spread across the country's six geopolitical zones and the FCT. The league provides young Nigerians with an opportunity to develop their skills and reach their full potential while promoting community, respect, inclusivity, and growth. 

With over 20,000 players, coaches, officials, and over 8,000,000 match-day attendance per season, the NLO represents a significant opportunity for businesses to achieve their objectives.

The NLO's primary objectives are to reposition the league as a key resource base for other local and international leagues, professionalize its operations, and generate interest from corporate organizations. 

To achieve these objectives, the league has adopted a growth strategy anchored on good corporate governance, administration and management reforms, implementation of reforms in its season operations, and activation of strong brand-building initiatives.

According to Olushola Ogunnowo, NLO's Chief Operating Officer, "Our goal is to make NLO the access market for grassroots football in Nigeria and the youth football target market. We aim to produce the highest number of youths participating in the NLO at the grassroots level and continue to strive for and maintain official recognition of the Youth League from FIFA and increased interest from foreign clubs because of our Youth League."

Ms. Nkechi Obi, NLO’s Marketing Consultant over the past decade, emphasized the importance of NLO's success in becoming recognized as the access market for grassroots football in Nigeria. She stated that "NLO Product Consolidation is driven by deliberate brand optimization and value chain development, partnerships, and sustainable community engagement, as well as media activations and content creation." She also stated that full details of NLO’s 2023-2032 Decade of Consolidation will be made public at the Official Unveiling of NLO Partners and Season Activation Plans in May.

From 2023 Season, NLO will have only Two Divisions instead of three with Divisions II and III merged into the Youth League. 

The new NLO will feature 420 Clubs, kicking off on May 3rd with a Season Opening Game to be played at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano and feature Kano Pillars Jnr against Kwankwasiya United FC in what promises to be a cracking game.

The NLO has made significant progress in achieving its objectives over the past decade, with the league becoming the highest exporter of talent to foreign leagues. 

However, the league aims to do more, and with its growth strategy, it intends to professionalize its operations and generate more interest from corporate organizations. 

NLO is committed to its primary objectives and its vision to provide young Nigerians with the opportunity to develop their skills and reach their full potential while promoting community, respect, inclusivity, and growth.

NWPL: We Won’t Involve In Any Act That Will Bring The League To Disrepute- Osun Babes

 NWPL: We Won’t Involve In Any Act That Will Bring The League To Disrepute- Osun Babes

The management of Osun Babes has challenged a post by a fake journalist from Imo State, who is surreptitiously peddling and circulating lies about Osun Babes FC trying to bride her way to avoid relegation by all means. 

The management, in a release by the Team Manager, Tope Akinbade through the Club’s Media Officer, Oluwaseun Omolola described the write up as baseless, unfounded and blatant lie from an unrecognized author who gatecrashed into sports journalism to only run his mouth around looking for cheap popularity through unsubstantiated story.

The release said “Osun Babes FC have never and will never get involved in anything that will bring the game into disrepute.”

“The allegation by one fake journalist from Imo has no root and it’s a blatant lie. If you look at Osun Babes performance last season, we didn’t only win at home convincingly but we also recorded away points. Our loss of point at home this season has shown that Osun Babes have not been involving any act of bribery any official or influencing result of the game.

“We at Osun Babes FC don't need to bribe our way or intimidate anybody to win matches and Bayelsa Queens is not an exemption. Bayelsa Queens are beatable and we would defeat them in today's encounter without fear or favour.

“ We challenge the fake journalist who peddled the lies against Osun Babes to substantiate his claims by providing evidence (s). t’s just unfortunate that the field of journalism has been bastardized by some people who knows nothing about the ethics of the profession.

“We therefore call on the NFF and the NWFL to investigate where the news emanated from and get the culprit punished for peddling lies against our great and enviable club.

“We want to use this medium to reiterate that Osun Babes is a reputable club with integrity and will never do anything to bring the game into disrepute,” the statement concluded