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Governor Fubara Of Rivers State Rewards Nwabali With N20m Cash Prize, State
Governor Fubara Of Rivers State Rewards Nwabali With N20m Cash Prize, State....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, displayed his appreciation for the outstanding performance of Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, during the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) by bestowing upon him a reward of N20 million and a prestigious state honor…..READ ALSO
In a grand ceremony held on Friday, Governor Fubara lauded Nwabali’s exceptional goalkeeping skills, which contributed significantly to the success of the Super Eagles in the recently concluded AFCON tournament in Cote d’Ivoire. The governor expressed pride in Nwabali’s achievements, emphasizing the positive impact it has brought to Nigeria.
During the event, Governor Fubara also extended his generosity to the entire Super Eagles team, presenting them with a financial gift of N30 million. He commended their collective effort in bringing home the national trophy and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to supporting and motivating its athletes.
Addressing Nwabali and the team, Governor Fubara reiterated the importance of fostering a conducive environment that nurtures talent and encourages excellence. He emphasized the significance of purposeful governance in achieving such remarkable milestones, pledging to continue providing unwavering support to sports development initiatives in the state.
In addition to honoring Nwabali and the Super Eagles, Governor Fubara recognized the achievement of the Rivers Hoopers Basketball Team, awarding them a substantial sum of N50 million for emerging as champions in the Louis Edem National League competition.
The gesture from Governor Fubara underscores the state’s commitment to celebrating and rewarding excellence in sports and serves as a testament to the significance of recognizing and appreciating the achievements of athletes who bring glory to the nation.
Victor Osimhen is set to return for Galatasaray in Wednesday’s Turkish Cup quarter-final against Gençlerbirliği at RAMS Park.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The striker has been sidelined for the club’s last four matches due to an arm injury but resumed full training on Monday, raising expectations of his comeback.
Although he was listed in the squad for last weekend’s league fixture against the same opponents, he did not feature and remained on the bench.
Turkish media reports suggest Osimhen may be eased back into action, with a possible appearance of around 15 to 20 minutes as he regains match fitness ahead of Sunday’s high-profile derby against Fenerbahçe.
Galatasaray, the defending Turkish Cup champions, have been in strong form in the competition, going unbeaten in their last 10 matches while scoring 24 goals and conceding eight.
A win would see them advance to the semi-finals, where they would face either Samsunspor or Trabzonspor.
The return of Osimhen comes at a crucial time for manager Okan Buruk, who has missed his leading striker since the injury suffered in the UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool in March.
Reports also indicate the Nigerian forward is eager to return quickly, especially with the derby approaching.
Galatasaray dropped valuable points during his absence and will be hoping his return provides a boost as the season reaches its decisive stage.
Luis Enrique, manager of Paris Saint-Germain, has revealed uncertainty over the fitness of Vitinha ahead of next week’s UEFA Champions League semi-final clash against Bayern Munich.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The midfielder is set to miss Wednesday’s Ligue 1 fixture against FC Nantes due to a heel issue, raising concerns about his availability for the first leg at the Parc des Princes.
Speaking to reporters, Enrique said the club would carefully monitor the recovery of injured players but could not confirm if Vitinha would be fit in time for the crucial encounter.
He noted that the player’s condition requires careful management, adding that some members of the squad are also dealing with fatigue and minor injuries.
If Vitinha is unavailable, Fabián Ruiz could step back into midfield. The Spaniard recently returned from injury, featuring briefly in PSG’s 2-1 defeat to Olympique Lyonnais.
Enrique acknowledged that Ruiz still needs more match time to regain full fitness, though he expressed satisfaction with his progress so far.
The former FC Barcelona and Spain coach also challenged his squad to raise their performance levels, despite the club’s ongoing pursuit of domestic and European success.
Teen forward Ibrahim Mbaye was omitted from the previous match, with Enrique stressing that players must make the most of every opportunity and meet higher expectations.
A win over Nantes would see PSG move three points ahead of title rivals RC Lens with five matches remaining in the season.
Nigeria’s women’s national team, the Super Falcons, have climbed one spot to 36th in the latest FIFA Women’s World Rankings, maintaining their position as Africa’s top-ranked side.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The ranking, released on April 21, reflects a slight improvement from their previous 37th position in December 2025.
The movement follows the team’s performances in two pre-WAFCON friendly matches against Cameroon, where they lost 1-0 in February before bouncing back with a 3-1 victory in March.
After the initial defeat, the nine-time African champions responded strongly in the return fixture. Chinwendu Ihezuo equalised in the 32nd minute with a header from a well-delivered cross by Rinsola Babajide.
Babajide then put Nigeria ahead just before halftime, finishing from close range after a goalmouth scramble. Michelle Alozie later sealed the win in the 64th minute with a header from a cross by captain Rasheedat Ajibade.
The victory added 3.35 points to Nigeria’s tally, bringing them to 1602 points in April, though still slightly below their December 2025 total of 1607.
Within Africa, the Super Falcons remain ahead of South Africa, Ghana, and Morocco, who are ranked 58th, 59th, and 62nd globally.
On the global stage, Spain continues to lead the rankings, followed by the United States, England, Germany, and Japan.
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