PRAY FOR PEACE IN NIGERIA, SANWO-OLU URGES INTENDING PILGRIMS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 PRAY FOR PEACE IN NIGERIA, SANWO-OLU URGES INTENDING PILGRIMS Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has charged the Intending Pilgrims embarking on the 2026 holy pilgrimage exercise to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to actively participate in the prayer sessions for the prosperity of Lagos State and Nigeria. Governor Sanwo-Olu gave the charge during a one-day seminar held at the Lagos Television De-Blue Roof Ikeja for the 2026 Hajj Intending Pilgrims, organised by the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board. The Governor, represented by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Mr Ibrahim Layode, said that the Hajj exercise revolves around intermittent prayer sessions and the pilgrims should use the opportunity to pray for the State and Nigeria at large fervently. "Let me congratulate all our intending pilgrims. You are among the few that Allah has chosen this year to answer His call to the Holy Land. Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam, and it is a journey of faith, humility, and to...

BENUE FA CHAIRMAN PAUL EDEH COMMENDS LOBI STARS' RETURN TO MAKURDI, AWAIT FINAL OPPONENT IN FEDERATION CUP SHOWDOWN . (PHOTOS).


 BENUE FA CHAIRMAN PAUL EDEH COMMENDS LOBI STARS' RETURN TO MAKURDI, AWAIT FINAL OPPONENT IN FEDERATION CUP SHOWDOWN 


The Benue State Football Association (FA) has seeded Lobi Stars directly into the 2026 Federation Cup final, with Flight FC and Idoma United set to battle for the remaining spot. The competition is scheduled to kick off on April 11, promising a thrilling showdown for the state’s football fans.


Only three clubs are in contention for the prestigious state title. As defending champions, Lobi Stars automatically secured a place in the final, which will take place in Otukpo. The winner of the Flight FC vs Idoma United fixture will meet them in the decider.


FA Chairman, Chief Barrister Paul Edeh, lauded Lobi Stars for returning their home matches to Makurdi after four years. He urged stability in club leadership and emphasized football as a shared enterprise reflecting Benue’s pride. Edeh also highlighted initiatives to strengthen grassroots football, including an NLO centre in Makurdi and scholarships for local coaches, including former Lobi Stars coach Tar Akombo.


Lobi Stars’ Secretary, Terzungwe Chugh, called for a media-friendly final venue to boost coverage. Coaches, led by Mark Imenger, honoured Edeh for supporting grassroots development, crowning him “Benue Football Emancipator.”


“Football in Benue thrives when we work together. Stability and unity are key,” Edeh said, forgiving past critics and appealing for cohesion.


The winner of the Federation Cup will take home ₦1 million, with ₦500,000 for second place and ₦300,000 for third. Attention now turns to the decisive clash as Lobi Stars prepare to defend their title.

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