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...Showers praises DG NIS, Comrade Phillips Shaibu ...Commends Chairman Edo State Sports Commission, Honourable Enabulele By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye           The Executive Director, Sports Development and Operations, Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), Mrs. Sabina Ekhaisomi Chikere, has sent warm Christmas felicitations to Christians in Edo State, Nigeria and the rest of the world describing this season as the time joy, happiness and laughter. She extended this heartfelt greetings during an exclusive interview with FIRST ZEALMEDIACAST BLOG's Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye. In her Christmas message, Mrs. Chikere saluted athletes, coaches and sports administrators who continue to raise the nation’s flag high through commitment, sacrifice and excellence, noting that the values of Christmas align perfectly with the spirit of sports. “Christmas is a season that celebrates perseverance, sacrifice and victory — values our sportsmen a...

By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye           Technical Advisor on Sports Development to Governor Abiodun Oyebanji, Dr. Olusola Osetoba, showered praises on sportsmen and women across Ekiti State, celebrating their grit, discipline and the hope they bring to communities as she celebrates Christmas. The elegant and quintessential sports administrator made this known in her goodwill message to the good people of Ekiti State and the rest of the world, lavishing praises on Governor Oyebanji, a man she described a dedicated sports-lover. Dr. Osetoba placed athletes, men and women, grassroots coaches, referees and sports administrators, at the centre of Ekiti’s festive cheer, calling them the “embodiment of Ekiti’s resilience and the state’s brightest export.”  The winsome and urbane woman urged citizens to recognise sport as a vehicle for social cohesion, health and wealth creation, and asked stakeholders to increase their efforts to back ...

...Clinches top honours at the Next Afrobeats Stars Season 1 By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye           “Afrobeats is brewing for a storm — not of wind and rain, but of musical masterclass, theatrical talent and reverberating rhythm with a touch of royalty.” Those were the words of renowned and highly esteemed singer-songwriter and producer Temidayo Babatope Joseph A.K.A. PuffyTee, a big name in Afrobeats, as he hailed Ayo Benzi — the new 'kid on the throne' in Afrobeats. In a statement released on Wednesday by his spokesman, Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye, PuffyTee described Ayo Benzi, as the “wunderkind of Afrobeats”, saying Next Afrobeats Stars Season 1 crown is proof of the young artist’s exceptional gifts. Ayo Benzi, a key and influential member of Team Puffy Tee, a trio that dominated discussion throughout the series with its combination of studio polish and live energy.  Another member of the Team, Dave Cash finished seco...

By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye           The Ekiti State Government has announced plans to host medal-winning athletes from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State and the National Youth Games which took place in Asaba the Delta State capital. This cheering news was made public by the Technical Advisor on Sport Development to Governor Abiodun Oyebanji, Dr. Olusola Osetoba in a press statement made available to your authoritative and award-winning channel, First Zealmediacast Blog. Dr. Osetoba stated that the recognition ceremony is scheduled for Monday, 22nd December 2025. “The reception has been approved by Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji as a mark of recognition for the athletes’ outstanding performances and commitment in representing Ekiti State at both national competitions,” she said. Dr. Osetoba explained that the event will take place at the alluring Lady Jibowu Hall, Governor’s Office Premises, and will commence at 10:00 a...

By Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye            The Executive Director of Sport Development and Operations, Edo State Sports Commission, (ESSC), Mrs. Sabina Chikere, on Friday, drew the curtains on the 2025 edition of the Edo Heritage Sports Festival held at the Etete Sports Centre. The 5 event came to and end in an unforgettable style, with Mrs. Sabina Chikere, a top sports official in Edo State gracing the occasion. Mrs. Sabina Chikere, described being at the prestigious event as a great honour. She made this statement in an exclusive interview with FIRST ZEALMEDIACAST BLOG's Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye, summarising the event as a remarkable platform that celebrates the rich culture, heritage, and sporting excellence of Edo State. “It was a great honour to attend the 2025 Edo Heritage Sports Festival and Carnival — a remarkable platform that celebrates the rich culture, heritage, and sporting excellence of our beloved Edo State,” sh...

By Maxwell Kumoye, Haruna Mubarak and Oluwatobiloba Zeal-Adepetu Kumoye in Abeokuta    The maiden West African Para Games may have drawn its curtain, but its thunder will echo across the sub-region for years to come.  The ancient and iconic Rock City of Abeokuta didn’t just host a competition, it staged a celebration of courage, talent, unity, and the unstoppable rise of Para Sports in Africa. For the ancient city vintage hospitality, it was a triumph on every front: ✓ Booming business ✓ Renewed government support ✓ Heightened media visibility ✓ Facilities humming with new life.  Ten nations came together in a spirited mix of competition and friendship, strengthening bilateral ties while giving athletes the perfect platform to sharpen their blades for future continental and global showdowns, including the Paralympic Games. And at the heart of it all stood Team Nigeria, rewriting history in blazing colours. NIGERIA SWEPT THE PODIUM After six gruelling, ene...