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Olatutu Oladunni-led Executive is Only Recognized Leadership In Lagos SWAN – National President Has Spoken

The National President of Sports Writers of Nigeria (SWAN), Mr. Isaiah Benjamin was in Lagos recently on a peace mission to discuss and to lay it bare to every genuine sports writer in the Centre of Excellence that his National Executive Committee (NEC) would only recognize the only elected chairman in Lagos State who is Ambassador Olatutu Oladunni and her executive.

The meeting, which was convened at the instance of the number one sports writer in Nigeria, and with the genuine spirit of finding a lasting solution to the ‘perceived crisis’ rocking the state chapter, President Benjamin literally begged that all warring factions should sheath their swords for peace to reign.

The meeting has in attendance notable members of the state chapter who included the chairman herself, Ambassador Oladunni, veteran sports editors – Mr. Kunle Salami, Mr. Victor Enyinnaya, Mr. Tony Ubani, Mr. Taiwo Adelu, Enitan Obadina, Mrs Oluchi Tobe-Chukwu, Mrs Blessing Nwosu, Bello Omotunde, Mr. Kaseem Ajibola, Oni Afolabi, Patrick Ibeh and a host of others who reasoned along with the submission of the President and aligned with his path for peace.

“The executive of Olatutu Oladunni is what I inherited when assuming office and it has to be so until the tenure expires later this year. I will only implore anybody that has interest in this office to get prepared when there will be a vacancy at the end of her tenure.

“Lagos is very strategic to us at the national and we will not fold our arms to allow this crisis to linger on unnecessarily,” the President told his audience who included some members of NEC among whom were the Secretary-General Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo, National Ex-Officio Mr. Abiodun Ogundipe, National Treasurer Mr. Femi Amusan, Vice President South-West zone Mr. Ayodeji Ogunsakin as well as the South-West zonal Secretary Mr. Charles Ogundiya.

The President assured that the National SWAN would oversee a credible election at the due time, even as he wanted all the elders at the meeting to ensure that the reason for him coming to Lagos was achieved in the ensuing peace that will reign in the chapter.

“It will be a seamless process,” the President assured.

The Lagos SWAN chairman, Ambassador Oladunni, who commended the visit of Mr President and his entourage, used the forum to share her enduring visions for Lagos chapter since she took the mantle of leadership through a credible election in October 2022 supervised by the former National Executive of SWAN.

According to Oladunni, who is also the National Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Association of Protocol Practitioners In Nigeria (APPN), she loves to see a sports writers association in Lagos that would be at par with the likes of other noble associations such as the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) and others.

“We should begin to prioritize the welfare of our members and a situation where young sports reporters are giving the opportunity to rise to the top in their sports journalism career,” she said.

There is no iota of doubt in the credibility of the leadership of Ambassador Olatutu Oladunni in Lagos State, as a competent court of jurisdiction, had in a judgement delivered through a suit filed by erstwhile chairman of the chapter, Mr Debo Oshundun, has ordered that he (Debo Oshundun) should refrain from parading himself as the chairman of Lagos SWAN.

 

Oshundun, whose tenure had elapsed since December 2020, insisted he would contest the election outcome, proceeded to the court suing
National SWAN, the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), former president, Honour Sirawoo, Olatutu Oladunni, Aron Akerejola and others.

Oshundun’s lawyers among whom were Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN) had filed an Originating Summon to the National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) Court 2, Ikoyi, Lagos,

The case, which lasted for one and half years, was presided over by one of the most senior judges in Nigeria, Hon. Justice M. Esowe

The verdict was delivered on 23rd January 2023. A judgement read for over two hours with over 65 pages vindicated Olatutu Oladunni and her Executive and SWAN.

For the record, Justice Esowe insisted that Debo Oshundun should henceforth stop parading himself as Lagos SWAN chairman as the court discovered that he has no identity card of the association since 2018 till that time.

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Beckham Joins Bellingham & Trent to Unveil Retro Gunmetal Adidas Predator Mania

David Beckham Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold posing with the gunmetal adidas Predator Mania boots

Beckham Links Up With The New Generation

Adidas just pulled off the ultimate fusion of eras — pairing Real Madrid legend David Beckham with modern-day stars Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold to unveil the new throwback Predator Mania Gunmetal.

The visual alone is powerful:
Beckham, the man who helped define the Predator legacy, standing alongside the players shaping a new generation at the Santiago Bernabéu.

It’s nostalgia meeting modern football culture in the cleanest way possible.

How Beckham & Zidane Made The Predator A Cultural Icon

In the 2000s, football boots had personalities — and none louder than the Predator.

Thanks to players like:

  • David Beckham

  • Zinedine Zidane

  • Steven Gerrard

…the Predator brand became more than footwear — it became a symbol of confidence, control, and creativity.

Beckham’s signature whip-your-free-kick technique and the unforgettable fold-over tongue made Predator Mania one of the most legendary boots ever created.

And now in 2025, it’s back — reborn with purpose.

A Historic Gunmetal Colourway Returns

The 2025 Predator Mania comes in a stunning Gunmetal grey, blending early-2000s nostalgia with fresh modern flair.

Adidas describes it as:

  • “Metallic, polished and aggressive”

  • Featuring crisp white Three Stripes

  • And the iconic red fold-over tongue — embroidered and unapologetically bold

Beckham famously wore this colourway during his early Real Madrid days.
It quickly became a cult favourite, often called “one of the most photogenic boots of its era.”

Now it’s back — and it looks better than ever.

Engineered For Today’s Game

While the look is faithful, adidas didn’t simply remake the past — they improved it.

The 2025 Predator Mania is crafted in the historic Scheinfeld factory in Germany, the birthplace of many legendary Predator lines.

Key enhancements include:

  • Upgraded comfort

  • Subtle structural refinement

  • Increased responsiveness

  • Modern fit for today’s style of play

In short:
Old-school swagger meets high-performance engineering.

Back On The Bernabéu Grass

The revival feels even more fitting because two current Real Madrid stars — Bellingham and Alexander-Arnold — will bring the Gunmetal Mania back to the Santiago Bernabéu pitch.

From Beckham’s free-kick artistry to Bellingham’s midfield dominance and Trent’s laser passing…
the Predator legacy remains in elite company.

Adidas couldn’t have scripted a better generational handover.

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Galatasaray Vs Samsunspor: Can Cimbom Break Samsunspor’s Unbeaten Run In A Heated Super Lig Clash?

Galatasaray players celebrating a goal ahead of their match against Samsunspor.

Galatasaray Vs Samsunspor Match Preview

The Turkish Super Lig title race is heating up, and Friday’s clash between Galatasaray and Samsunspor carries huge implications for both ends of the table. Cimbom remain top, but their recent dip in form has opened the door for rivals — and Samsunspor are arriving in Istanbul with confidence and a 14-game unbeaten streak.

This matchup promises intensity, tactics, and a battle of resilience versus home dominance.

Galatasaray Searching For Lost Spark

Galatasaray head into this fixture frustrated after conceding a 95th-minute equaliser in the derby against Fenerbahce — a result that denied them a chance to go four points clear.

Their early-season sharpness has faded:

  • 9 wins in their first 10 games

  • Only 1 win in their last 4

  • Three matches without scoring during Victor Osimhen’s absence

The Nigerian striker’s return instantly improves their attack, but Okan Buruk’s side still need to rediscover the fluid, cohesive football that put them top of the table.

Samsunspor’s Incredible Unbeaten Run

Samsunspor enter the match in fantastic form:

  • Unbeaten in 14 across all competitions (7W, 7D)

  • 10 straight games unbeaten in the league

  • A habit of rising to big games — drawing against Besiktas, Fenerbahce, and Trabzonspor

However, three consecutive draws — including a late 1-1 against Alanyaspor — show they sometimes struggle to finish opponents off.

Thomas Reis’s men sit 5th with 25 points, but defeat could drop them down the table. Still, their discipline and structure make them one of the most difficult teams to break down this season.

Head-to-Head: A Fixture Dominated By Galatasaray

History heavily favours the hosts:

  • Galatasaray have won the last eight meetings

  • Samsunspor’s last victory over Cimbom feels like a lifetime ago

  • Recent games have been high scoring and entertaining

With form and past meetings combined, Galatasaray remain favourites — but Samsunspor’s current resilience cannot be ignored.

Team News

Galatasaray

Out injured:

  • Ismail Jakobs

  • Wilfried Singo

Suspended (betting scandal):

  • Eren Elmali

  • Metehan Baltaci

Osimhen is fit but still regaining full sharpness.

Samsunspor

Long-term absentees:

  • Olivier Ntcham

  • Ebrima Ceesay

  • Bedirhan Cetin

  • Tanguy Coulibaly

  • Afonso Sousa

Also missing:

  • Lubomir Satka (injured)

  • Celil Yuksel (betting scandal)

  • Joe Mendes (red card suspension)

Probable Lineups

Galatasaray:

Cakir; Sanchez, Bardakci, Lemina, Karatas; Torreira, Sara; Sane, Gundogan, Yilmaz; Osimhen

Samsunspor:

Kocuk; Yavru, Borevkovic, Van Drongelen, Tomasson; Makoumbou; Musaba, Aydin, Holse, Kilinic; Ndiaye

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Ben Iroha Says Super Eagles Squad Has Depth And Quality Ahead Of AFCON 2025

Nigeria’s Super Eagles players training ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Gabon

Former Super Eagles star Ben Iroha believes Nigeria has the depth, quality, and experience needed to compete for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title — as long as the right decisions are made.

Speaking from his base in Texas, the 1994 AFCON champion reacted to the 54-man provisional squad released by Head Coach Eric Sekou Chelle, describing it as a strong foundation for a title-winning team.

“The Talent And Quality Are There” — Iroha

Although he emphasized that the real test comes when the list is trimmed to 23 players, Iroha said the current roster reflects Nigeria’s impressive global football presence.

“Nigeria is very rich in talent production. Apart from one or two NPFL players, the rest are in top leagues across Europe. The talent, quality and experience are there,”
Iroha told Completesports.com.

He noted that the squad’s strength lies not just in big names, but in the blend of competition, versatility, and international exposure among the players.

Hard Work And Proper Planning Will Decide Everything

According to Iroha, Nigeria’s path to a fourth AFCON crown depends on more than raw ability.

He stressed the importance of:

  • Hard work

  • Organisation

  • Tactical discipline

  • Proper preparation

“With proper preparation and the right selection, this team has what it takes to deliver the AFCON title in Morocco.”

Iroha also acknowledged that Nigerian fans will accept nothing less than the trophy, especially after the disappointment of failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

He believes the renewed energy shown late in the qualifiers is a sign of what the team can achieve if they maintain — or surpass — that level at AFCON.

Nigeria Chasing A Fourth AFCON Title

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off on 21 December 2025 in Morocco, with the final set for 18 January 2026.

Nigeria’s three previous AFCON triumphs came in:

  • 1980

  • 1994

  • 2013

With expectations sky-high and a hungry squad available, Coach Eric Chelle will be aiming to write his name in history by guiding the Super Eagles to AFCON glory once again.

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