by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 17, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, Other Sports
Sports, Education & Management Promotions (SEM), in collaboration with Macbones Promotions, is set to host an exciting event combining boxing, music, snooker, and fashion at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Friday, November 22, 2024.
The event aims to promote peace, unity, and love in Ghana ahead of the 2024 General Elections. Speaking on Omashi TV’s The Big Fight Night last Friday, HE Lord Coleman, CEO and Founder of SEM Promotions, emphasized the importance of fostering harmony among Ghanaians, reminding everyone that life continues beyond politics.
Supported by the Ghana Boxing Federation, Ghana Boxing Authority, GADUO, and various media partners, the night promises an exhilarating lineup.
Main Events:
National Light Heavyweight Title: Seth Gyimah, aka Freezy Macbones (9-0-0), vs. David Okai (19-43-0).
National Super Middleweight Title: Emmanuel Martey (18-1-1) vs. Mawuli Folivi (6-2).
Additional Highlights:
Thrilling professional and amateur boxing bouts.
Juvenile boxing showcases featuring talents aged 6-12.
Performances by renowned DJs and entertainers, including DJ Black, DJ Mr. Ray, DJ Flex, and DJ Mavin, alongside MCs like Sugar and Vessace, dancers, and other artists.
Tickets and Reservations:
Tickets are available at Omashi TV, Mamprobi Sempe, Chorkor Information Center, and the Ghana Boxing Authority Office at the Bukom Boxing Arena. For VVIP, VIP table reservations, and sponsorships, contact +233 27 1237877 or +233 244 633 563.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 16, 2024 | Africa, International, Nigeria, Other Sports
Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has pledged to extend the annual Obasa Games beyond Lagos State, offering young athletes across Nigeria a platform to showcase and develop their talents.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Obasa Games on Friday at Anwar-Islam Secondary School, Agege, Obasa expressed his passion for youth development through sports. He noted that while this year’s edition is limited to the Lagos West Senatorial District, future editions would aim to include athletes from other states.
The multi-sports event, organised by King Sports International in honor of the Speaker, runs from November 15 to December 14 across three venues in Orile-Agege LCDA and Agege Local Government. This year’s competition features football, boxing, table tennis, chess, and scrabble for U-19 male and female participants.
Obasa commended the organising team, led by Ganiyu Obasa, for their dedication and highlighted the significance of creating opportunities for young people.
> “Sport gives hope to the youth and allows them to showcase their talents. Not providing such platforms is like denying them a privilege,” he stated.
Cash prizes for winners were also announced, with N3 million, N2 million, and N1 million set aside for the top three teams in football. In boxing and table tennis, male and female winners will receive N500,000 each, with first and second runners-up earning N300,000 and N200,000, respectively. Chess and scrabble winners will share a total prize pool of N1 million.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 15, 2024 | Africa, International, Other Sports
The Springboks, four-time Rugby World Cup champions, have unveiled their 2024 Test fixture list, which includes a 13-match season starting and ending with clashes against Wales. The campaign kicks off on 22 June at Twickenham in London and concludes on 23 November in Cardiff.
Captain Siya Kolisi will lead the team against a variety of top-tier opponents, including world number two, Ireland, and Rugby World Cup finalists, New Zealand, in a two-Test series as part of the Castle Lager Rugby Championship. The Springboks will also play their first-ever Test match against Portugal.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus expressed excitement about the schedule, emphasizing the importance of testing the team against the world’s best sides. The European leg of the season, featuring matches against Scotland, England, and Wales, is set to provide invaluable experience for the players.
Springbok 2024 Fixtures:
Saturday, 22 June: SA v Wales (Twickenham, London)
Saturday, 6 July: SA v Ireland (Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria)
Saturday, 13 July: SA v Ireland (Kings Park, Durban)
Saturday, 20 July: SA v Portugal (Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein)
Saturday, 10 August: Australia v SA (Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane)
Saturday, 17 August: Australia v SA (Optus Stadium, Perth)
Saturday, 31 August: SA v New Zealand (Ellis Park, Johannesburg)
Saturday, 7 September: SA v New Zealand (Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town)
Saturday, 21 September: Argentina v SA (venue TBC)
Saturday, 28 September: SA v Argentina (Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit)
Sunday, 10 November: Scotland v SA (Murrayfield, Edinburgh)
Saturday, 16 November: England v SA (Twickenham, London)
Saturday, 23 November: Wales v SA (Principality Stadium, Cardiff)
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 15, 2024 | Africa, International, Nigeria, Other Sports
Over 200 amateur golfers are gearing up for the 63rd edition of the FirstBank Lagos Amateur Open Golf Championship, scheduled to take place from November 18 to 24 at the Ikoyi Club 1938 golf section.
This prestigious event is part of the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) calendar, under the administration of the Royal & Ancient Golf Club and the United States Golf Association. It provides amateur golfers worldwide with a platform to compete and earn valuable ranking points.
In his remarks, Olusegun Alebiosu, Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank of Nigeria Limited, represented by Patrick Iyamabo, the Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer, expressed gratitude to the Ikoyi Club 1938 for their enduring partnership. Alebiosu highlighted FirstBank’s commitment to nurturing talent through its First@Sports initiative, which aims to elevate sports development in Nigeria and beyond.
“Our partnership with the FirstBank Lagos Amateur Open Golf Championship reflects our dedication to building a lasting legacy, not only for golf but for sports as a whole,” Alebiosu stated.
The defending champion, Isaac Umoru from St. Marks Golf & Country Club in Otukpo, Benue State, is set to return to defend his title. Last year, Umoru clinched the championship with a total score of 226 over 54 holes, defeating Emmanuel Samuel and Sola Ogunwoye, who finished second and third, respectively.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 15, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, International, Nigeria, Other Sports
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has celebrated Team Lagos for their impressive second-place finish at the 8th National Youth Games (NYG) held in Asaba. During a reception at the Banquet Hall, Lagos House, Ikeja, the governor, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, announced monetary rewards for the athletes and their coaches.
Gold medalists received N200,000 each, silver medalists N150,000, and bronze medalists N100,000, while all participating athletes were given N50,000 each. Coaches were rewarded with N100,000 each for their contributions.
Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed pride in the athletes, emphasizing the state’s commitment to nurturing their talents. He highlighted that the THEMES+ agenda prioritizes integrating sports and education, facilitating the participation of students from public and private secondary schools across Lagos.
The event also saw the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, commend the Lagos State Sports Commission, sponsors, and parents for their support. Lekan Fatodu, Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, reaffirmed the state’s dedication to sustaining the athletes’ development.
Parents and athletes also expressed their gratitude, with nine-year-old silver-winning golfer Beauty Oyero promising more victories in future competitions.
