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The Gombe State Female Cricket team has been lauded for their outstanding performance in the zonal elimination event in Kaduna, which secured their qualification for the National Women's Championship. The commendation came from the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development Mr. Modi Shelpidi, during a trophy presentation ceremony at the Ministry's Conference Hall. "The U17 Female Cricket team, you have done us proud, not only this Ministry but the entire Gombe State," Shelpidi remarked while receiving the trophy on behalf of the Commissioner Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Adamu Inuwa Pantami. "Our Governor, His Excellency, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya will be very proud when he hears about this performance", he further said.  Shelpidi emphasized the importance of their upcoming participation in the National Championship and assured the team of the Ministry's full support. "As your Coach has already stated,...

In a shocking turn of events, former Ajax winger Finidi George has resigned as the head coach of the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles. This development comes after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) decided to appoint a foreign coach to oversee him, despite his recent appointment in May. George, who took the reins in February after Jose Peseiro's contract ended, had a disappointing stint with the team, losing to South Africa and Benin in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.  The NFF's decision to bring in a foreign coach also means George's handpicked assistants will be replaced by new staff. The former coach expressed his frustration with the lack of support from the NFF and questioned the commitment of Nigeria's top players in the crucial World Cup qualifiers. This development marks a significant change in the Super Eagles' coaching staff, and fans are eagerly waiting to see who will take the reins next.

  The Nigerian Teqball World Championship Qualifier, initially scheduled to be held from July 17th to 20th, 2024, has been rescheduled to July 10th to 13th, 2024. This announcement was made by the Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee and Vice President of the Nigeria Teqball Federation, Mr. Ndudi Edede, on Friday, June 14th, 2024. "In compliance with the International Federation of Teqball (FITEQ) specifications, this rescheduling has become necessary. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused and apologize for any disruption to participants preparations" The decision to reschedule the championship ensures alignment with FITEQ's requirements. All tickets and registrations will be honored for the new dates, and participants and attendees are requested to update their calendars accordingly.

  Pr esident of the Nigeria Teqball Federation (NIGTEQ), Engr. Habu Gumel on Thursday welcomed the Teqball World Series-Quy Nhon Most Valuable Player Victor Ademoye Oyemade in a ground reception in his residence alongside the Vice President of the Federation, Mr. Ndudi Edede and other members of staff. Engr. Habu Gumel and Victor Ademoye While congratulating Victor on this milestone achievement, he acknowledged the commitment and dedication of all Nigerian Teqball Athletes and Coaches. “We are thrilled to celebrate this outstanding achievement and we know that it is just the beginning of great things to happen to teqball development in Nigeria and Africa in general,” Engr. Habu Gumel stated “Your dedication, passion and commitment will inspire a new generation of Teqball players across the country, and we look forward to more successes in the future," he added. Oyemade made history by becoming the first Nigerian and African to win the newly introduced Most Valuable Athlete award a...

The Nigeria Teqball Federation (NIGTEQ) has announced the composition of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 2024 Teqball World Championship Qualifiers, tagged "Abia 2024". The 7-man LOC will be responsible for the successful hosting of the championship. The committee consists of the Vice President of the Federation, Mr. Ndudi Edede as the Chairman while Mr. Obioma George, Director of Sports, Abia State Sports Council will serve as the Vice Chairman of the Committee. Other members of the Committee include Mr. Frank Chinagorom, Chairman, Abia State Teqball Association, Mr. Charles Emeka Ruben, Secretary, Abia State Teqball Association, Mr. Promise Uwaeme, Head of Competition & ICT, Nigeria Teqball Federation, Mr. Abdullahi Bajeh, Head of Technical & Development, Nigeria Teqball Federation, while Mr. Michael Ogbonna, Vice Chairman, Abia State Teqball Association will serve the Secretary of the Committee. The "Abia 2024" Teqball World Championship Qual...

Nigerian Teqball sensation, Victor Oyemade, is set to face off against world number 25, Lionel Beyer of France, in the Round of 16 of the Men's Singles Category of the Teqball World Series Quy Nhon. The Nigerian qualified for the quarter-finals of the Men’s Singles with a second-place finish behind Teqball no. 1 in the Men’s Singles category Apor GYORGYDEAK at the ongoing Teqball World Series in Quy Nhon Vietnam with 2 wins and a loss. He defeated Abdulwahab ALQATTAN and Matyas ODNOGA in his 1st 2 games 2 - 0 (12 - 9, 12 - 10) and 2 - 0 (12 - 3, 12 - 5) respectively before losing to Apor GYORGYDEAK 0 - 2 (4 - 12, 8 - 12). Victor Oyemade, who has been making waves in the Teqball circuit with his impressive skills and techniques, will be looking to upset the higher-ranked Beyer and secure a spot in the semifinals. The Nigerian Teqball Federation has expressed its support for Oyemade, urging him to make the country proud. "Victor has been training hard and we believe he has what...

Nigerian Victor Oyemade wins his first game at the ongoing Teqball World Series in Quy Nhon Vietnam against Abdulwahab ALQATTAN 2 - 0 (12 - 9, 12 - 10). He will face Matyas ODNOGA in the next two hours and Teqball Number in the Singles event Apor GYORGYDEAK to conclude the group fixtures. Kindly Vote Victor Ademoye OYEMADE NGR as the Best Male Teqer of the Teqball World Series Quy Nhon 2024 Day Two. Your Vote will serve as a huge encourage and motivation!  https://www.fiteq.org/vote

The Gombe State FA has announced June 10th as the kick-off date for League One and confirmed that all matches will be played at the Pantami Stadium. A total of 48 clubs have registered and will participate, with over 150 matches scheduled. The Gombe State Referee Council will submit the list of referees to officiate all matches to the FA, and the FA Appointment Committee will handle all match appointments.    Another interesting part is that a private firm, El-Shama Sporting Services, will manage the league's branding and marketing department.

The Nigerian sole representative at the 2nd World Teqball Series of 2024 in Quy Nhon, Vietnam Victor Ademoye Oyemade on Saturday night was drawn in what is described as a group of death alongside World Teqball number one in the Male’s Single event Apor Gyorgydeak, 36th in the world Abdulwahab Alqattan and Matyas Odnoga. Victor will engage Abdulwahab in his ever World Teqball Series game on June 7th, 2024 by 7:00 am, Matyas on the same day by 9:30 am, and Apor by 11:30 am. The best two in the group will qualify for the next round of the championship. The GOBEK Teqball Team Athlete is ranked number one in Male Singles, 7th in Male Doubles, and 15th in the Mixed Doubles categories worldwide. The 24-year-old Romanian-born Apor is topping the Male Singles category with points from 5 Teqball Tour, 2 Teqball World Series, 2 World Championships, and 1 Challenger Series. Victor will be paired with 29-year-old Austrian Daniel Neuhold to compete in Group E of the Men’s Doubles category. Others in...