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Lagos Ready For Nigerian Doctors As 7th NMA Games Begins On Monday

From Monday 19 February to Saturday 24 February, Nigerian doctors will converge on Lagos to participate in the 7th edition of the biennial multi sports championship tagged the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) Games 2024.

Already, the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) working with the National Sports Committee of the NMA have been working round the clock to ensure that participants who are coming from all states of the country have a successful competition and enjoy their stay in Lagos.

The Lagos NMA chairman, who doubles as the chairman of Eko 2024 Games LOC, Dr Oluwatosin Benjamin Olowojebutu told a media conference held at the association’s secretariat at Bode Thomas in Surulere on Friday that “we are delighted to host this celebration of athleticism, sportsmanship and wellness among Nigeria’s finest physicians and medical professionals. Our expectation is that this sports fiesta will afford our doctors the opportunity to compete fairly, make new connections, unwind and create memories that will last a lifetime,” Dr Olowojebutu said.

He disclosed that the Lagos event will feature over 1,000 doctors taking part in events which include football, basketball, volleyball, golf, athletics, chess, scrabble, ayo, table tennis, tennis, badminton and draughts in different venues with the University of Lagos where the opening ceremony will take place being the major center and Ikeja Golf Club.

The opening ceremony will hold on Wednesday where the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate will be special guests of honour.

Olowojebutu said that in addition to the competitive events, the Games will also feature musical and cultural showcases, networking opportunities, talk shops and special ceremonies to honour all outstanding athletes and participants.

“We had a pre-games event at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Ikeja on Thursday where we discussed on topic scientific sports science in advancing the cause of health and fitness. The sessions were lively, robust and all participants agreed that it was indeed an integral conversation that needed to be had.”

Also speaking, Dr Israel Jeremiah, Chairman National Sports Committee and the NMA Publicity Secretary, noted that other professionals in th medical field have been invited to be part of the weeklong fiesta, adding that all hands are on deck for the success of the Games.

Dr. Jeremiah recalled the long journey of the first edition of the Games which was held in Eket in Akwa Ibom State, after which the train moved to Ado Ekiti (Ekiti State), Jalingo (Taraba State), Abeokuta (Ogun State), Port Harcourt (Rivers State), FCT Abuja where the 6th edition was held.

Dr Jeremiah who is being referred to as the Games Master said doctors have always informed their patients to keep exercising their bodies, “I think we should begin to practice what we have been telling people,” he said.

Other attendees at Friday’s media conference included Dr Kefas Zawaya, vice chairman, National Sports Committee, Dr. Peter Ekwueme, secretary of National Sports Committee and National Games Organizing Committee, Dr Anthony Godfrey, Assistant Secretary, National Sports Committee and Coach NMA National Team, Dr Salau Tajudeen, immediate past chairman, Lagos NMA and Dr Kolawole Aramide 2nd Vice chairman, Lagos NMA.

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“The little things stuck with me” – Super Eagles star credits his Father for Christmas charity act

Super Eagles and Fulham attacking midfielder, Alex Chuka Iwobi, has revealed his Father played a huge role in his Christmas charity event a few days ago, Soccernet.ng reports.

The 28-year-old opened a shop in East London under the name “AlexPress“, and stuffed it with food and groceries to give back to the people of the community where he grew up.

Iwobi revealed his Father played a huge role in the act, as he made sure kindness was instilled into the family by showing examples even in the little things.

“Even now, my dad, for example, if we’re going to the shop to get a one-pound drink, he’d give the guy in charge five pounds and tell him to keep the rest. When the bin men came, he’d make sure he was awake when they came around just so he could give them extra bottles of water. Little things like that stuck with me.

My mum and dad do that, and even my sisters do the same. We just like to help other people, especially family. Seeing my parents do that, and being in a position like I am, it’s only right that I give back to the community.

“I was able to create AlexPress, a little mini-mart. The shop is like a road away from the primary school I went to, so we were able to hire that for the day and basically invite as many people to collect Christmas food for their families.

So many people were able to leave with a smile on their faces and it makes it easier for them to enjoy Christmas because I know the cost of living is not easy, so I try to help in any way I can,” the former Everton man told Fulham’s official website.

Away from Iwobi, another Super Eagles star, Victor Osimhen, also gave food items and tricycles to locals of Olusosun, in Lagos, Nigeria – the town where he went from being a boy to being a man.

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Napoli’s Osimhen and Leverkusen’s Boniface Light Up Lagos With ‘Detty’ December Celebration

Napoli’s Victor Osimhen and Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface recently brought the festive season to life in Lagos with an unforgettable December celebration, Soccernet.ng reports.

The two Super Eagles stars joined in the city’s vibrant “detty” December festivities, dancing and relaxing at a club with their peers.

In a video shared on social media, Osimhen, currently in top form with Galatasaray in Turkey, can be seen dancing to a song played in the club, while injured Boniface enjoys a drink from his cup.

Boniface and Osimhen’s Bond
Both players are key figures in the Super Eagles squad. Boniface, seen as the potential replacement for Osimhen when the talisman is injured or on the bench, shares a close bond with his teammate.

After winning the Bundesliga title with Leverkusen last season, Boniface recalled how Osimhen predicted his rise in the German league.

“Shout out to [Victor] Osimhen because I remember when they [Napoli] won the league. He told me next year will be your turn and it’s happening now. Senior man respect,” Boniface told Soccernet.ng.

Even on Boniface’s 24th birthday, Osimhen took to social media to celebrate his teammate:

“Birthday blessings starboy! Only love and well wishes over here man. See you soon!”

Off the pitch, Boniface values his relationship with Osimhen and recently named the Napoli forward as the most valuable contact on his phone. The former Union SG player has also praised Osimhen for his impressive performances at club level.

Osimhen and Boniface: Big in the Transfer Market
The two Super Eagles stars have attracted the attention of top European clubs looking to strengthen their squads.

Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Arsenal, have previously been linked with both players, and one of them may soon make a move to England.

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King Ademola Lookman Brings Out His Love

Like his father opened up, Ademola Lookman is essentially a private person, who prefers to do his stuff without all the media blitz.

But on one of his biggest days, when he was crowned Africa’s best player, he could not but make the first public appearance with the woman in his life – Jayda Love.

‘Adebobo’ would even steal a moment on his big night to kiss his American beau.

The 27-year-old Super Eagles star is still single.

Rumours of this romance first surfaced in the summer when the couple appeared to have spent the holidays together.

This was after ‘Mola’ scored his unforgettable hat-trick for Atalanta to win the UEFA Europa League in super style.

Jayda, an Information Technology specialist is based in Dallas, Texas, graduated from the University of Oklahoma in 2021 with a degree in public relations.

She follows Ademola Lookman and his foundation on social media.

She is also known to have visited him at his Italian base.