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COMPLETE COMMUNICATIONS LAUNCH SPORTS FAN BASE PLATFORM, NAIJA SUPER FANS
Maiden all-sports daily publication outfit in Nigeria, Complete Communications Limited has taken another leap forward launching a digital fan base platform, the https://www.naijasuperfans.com.ng at the weekend at the Adna Hotel G.R.A Ikeja, Lagos.
The event, hosted by Lolade Adewuyi was graced by important personalities in the Sports industry and ex-footballers such as; Enefiok Udo Obong, a former Olympian, Victor Ikpeba and Peter Rufai, both former Super Eagles players, the 1st Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation; Seyi Akinwunmi, the Media Officer of the Super Eagles of Nigeria; Toyin Ibitoye, Segun Agbede amongst others.
Naija Super Fans, an initiative of Complete Communications Limited (CSL), a reputable Sports Media House and Publishers of Complete Sports Nigeria, assembled leading Journalists and Sports Media Houses around the country to collaborate and witness a new dawn in Nigerian Sports digital space.
Group Managing Director of Complete Communication Limited, Mumini Alao, addressed the attendees giving insight to what the platform has to offer with Head of Content, Wale Agbede breaking down details and given assurances on delivery of quality content around the clock.
In his opening remarks, The President of Naija Super Fans, Mumini Alao gave a brief history of Complete Communications and some of the achievements of the company since inception.
He also made mention of some journalists that had worked with the company. He went on to share what inspired the Naija Super Fans project.
He said that the platform was created to provide a solution to a new challenge in the Sports digital media, which is the non-availability of a platform that brings Sports fans together, and a platform where other issues in other fields can be discussed at the same time.
As he rounded off his speech, he promised the audience that the new all-inclusive platform; Naija Super Fans will be garnished and sauced with fun and excitement non-stop.
The Head of Content of the Naija Super Fans, Olawale Agbede in his speech gave the audience an insight of what to expect on the platform when it is officially opened. He made mention of the fact that Sports contents don’t get enough coverage on national tabloids and how fans are starved of content to feed on, a challenge which Naija Super Fans will solve. In summary, he said the quality of the content which will be drawn across different Sports on the platform will be unmatched as fans log in to the platform to engage one another.
In continuation of the event, the ambassadors; Peter Rufai, Enefiok Udo-Obong, Victor Ikpeba and former Super Falcons Player and Assistant Coach; Ann Chiejine of the Naija Super Fans were unveiled and they promised their support for the new project.
Victor Ikpeba in a video documentary shared his experience playing for the Super Eagles of Nigeria particularly the dramatic penalty shoot-out at the African Cup of Nations tournament against Cameroon in Lagos.
He regrets that the penalty, which indeed crossed the goal-line wasn’t given by the Referee. The audience called for the use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) immediately the video of the penalty was shown. He (Victor Ikpeba) said it was a privilege playing for the Super Eagles, a career that lasted ten years.
After the undercards were done with, it was time for the main event; the unveiling of the website which was done by Wale Agbede. He showed the audience the content on the website and what fans should expect. He showed the audience how fans can sign up on the site and how they can be part of daily conversations.
He made mention of amazing prizes which would be won daily as the number of fans gets bigger. He also made mention of the big prize; a ticket to the African Cup of Nations in Egypt. Wale Agbede showed the audience that the platform won’t just be about sports contents but daily discussions on various social media platforms and our everyday life. Fans were encouraged to log in during the live presentation of the website and valuable feedback was provided by users in attendance.
Naija Super Fans is a new beginning for Sports Media in Nigeria’s digital space. The newly launched platform is set to combine all the Sports communities and is set to be in overdrive during the upcoming 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, 2019 Copa America and the 2019 AFCON.
Exclusive content is one word to describe what Naija Super Fans will be offering to subscribers, from videos detailing the exploits of Nigerian Sports heroes to opinionated arguments which will enlighten and spark conversation.
The stage is set for the 3rd National Para Games, Nigeria’s largest and most prestigious para sports event, scheduled to hold from March 26 to April 3, 2026, in Abuja.
For nine days, the nation’s capital will host more than 3,000 athletes representing all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, competing across 15 different sports in what promises to be a vibrant celebration of resilience, excellence and inclusion. Organisers say champions will emerge, records will tumble, and new chapters will be written in Nigeria’s para sports history.
The Games are being organised by the National Sports Commission, which describes the event as a critical platform for talent discovery, national unity and the advancement of para sports development across the country.
Since its inception, the National Para Games has evolved into a cornerstone of Nigeria’s sporting calendar, spotlighting the remarkable abilities of athletes living with disabilities while reinforcing the country’s commitment to inclusive participation in sports.
Officials say the 2026 edition will surpass previous outings in scale, organisation and competitive intensity. With participation confirmed from every state of the federation and the FCT, the Games are expected to reveal the depth of talent spread nationwide and provide a pathway for standout performers to progress to continental and global competitions.
In a significant boost to preparations, the National Youth Service Corps has partnered with the Commission by releasing its Orientation Camp in Kubwa, Abuja, to serve as the official Games Village. The facility will accommodate athletes and officials throughout the competition, offering a secure and community-focused environment designed to foster camaraderie and peak performance.
The collaboration reflects a broader inter-agency commitment to empowering young Nigerians and promoting social integration through sport. It also underscores growing national recognition of para athletes as integral contributors to Nigeria’s sporting success.
With anticipation building and logistics nearing completion, Abuja is poised to welcome thousands of competitors and supporters for what promises to be a defining celebration of courage, competition and collective pride.
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By Keresifon Essien
Akwa Ibom State will parade a strong contingent of about 280 athletes and 44 officials at the 2026 Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF), scheduled to hold in Benin City, Edo State, from February 20 to 28.
The State Commissioner for Sports, Elder Paul Bassey, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with the Curator of Keresy Sports Museum (KSM), Keresifon Essien, noting that Team Akwa Ibom will compete in 16 sporting events at the regional multi-sports fiesta.
According to Bassey, the sports in which the state will feature include football, basketball, volleyball, handball, table tennis, badminton, lawn tennis, boxing, wrestling, judo, karate, taekwondo, weightlifting, swimming and chess.
To ensure optimal preparation, the state government has constituted a five-man State Liaison Committee to oversee arrangements for the festival. The committee is chaired by the Commissioner for Sports, Elder Paul Bassey.
Other members of the committee are Coach Catherine Ewa Ekuta, Head of Technical; Guinness World Record holder George Essien; Edidiong Stephen, a member; and Mfon Bassey, who serves as Secretary.
Bassey explained that the committee has been mandated to fine-tune all preparations for the festival, beginning with the state trials scheduled for this weekend, and to ensure that the contingent arrives in Benin City fully prepared and ready to project Akwa Ibom State positively at the Niger Delta Sports Festival.
He expressed confidence that with proper planning and early preparations, Team Akwa Ibom will make a strong impression when the festival proper begins.
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Team Nigeria on Monday afternoon departed the country for Cairo, Egypt, where they will compete in the 2025 World Karate Championship scheduled for November 27–30.
The nation will be represented by five outstanding athletes who have demonstrated exceptional discipline, consistency, and competitive grit in their buildup to the global event. The team is made up of:
- Loveth Ngozi Okoro – Kumite -50kg
- Godfirst Orie Ukoha-Sampson – Kumite -55kg
- Constance Tamunodiepreye Abode – Kumite -61kg
- Ujunwa Caroline Nwankwo – Kumite +68kg
- Oluwaseun Olorunbe – Male Kata
The athletes, who have undergone intense preparations, will be led by coach Efezino Akpotu, while Olusegun Abode serves as the leader of delegation.
Four members of the squad—Ngozi, Godfirst, Constance, and Ujunwa—are already well-known names on the domestic circuit. They are regular contenders at the Zainab Saleh International Female Open Karate Championship, an annual tournament founded by Hajiya Zainab Saleh, a Board Member of the Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN). The championship has been widely recognised for empowering and developing female karatekas across the country.
Ahead of the team’s participation, the Board of the KFN expressed confidence in the athletes’ ability to deliver strong performances on the world stage.
However, it also appealed to the National Sports Commission (NSC) for urgent financial support to offset debts incurred in ensuring Nigeria’s participation in the championship.
According to the federation, the World Karate Championship falls under the mandate of the NSC, and timely intervention is necessary to stabilise the federation’s operations after securing the team’s trip to Cairo.
Team Nigeria will now focus on making a strong impact as they join the world’s best karatekas in Egypt later this week.
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