Africa Youth Games 2025: Matthew Fabunmi secures Bronze medal for Team Nigeria in Table Tennis

 

By Godwin Wambebe 

One of Nigeria's talented table tennis players, Matthew Fabunmi has won a Bronze medal for the country at the ongoing Africa Youth games in Luanda, Angola.

Fabunmi became the latest medalist for the West African nation after defeating Uganda's Joseph Sabataria in the 3rd place match. 

The Ugandan, who was the champion from the World Hope week challenge in London a few months ago, was beaten 3-2 by the young enterprising Nigerian.

Speaking with newsmen from the Oil-rich Portuguese-speaking African nation, Coach Friday Abah who trained and prepared Fabunmi for the tournament said the Bronze medal won by the youngster is just the first to come as they have a handful of medals to win as the games progresses. 

The mixed team event will get underway later today. 

Nigeria also maintained its momentum in Beach Volleyball as the team claimed its second consecutive victory, defeating Namibia 2-0 in a commanding style to keep their campaign firmly on track.

With spirits high and performances improving, Team Nigeria will aim to build on these results as the games progress.

Competition in the 2025 edition of the Africa Youth Games is taking place across six cities, and it's the first time a Portuguese-speaking African nation is staging the games.

DO5 Life Foundation sponsors education of indigent twins, donates to Igye-Ako Orphanage Ahead of Official Launch

DO5 Life Foundation, a newly established non-governmental organization dedicated to uplifting underprivileged children and vulnerable groups in Nigeria through education, healthcare, and welfare support, has begun its humanitarian activities even before its official launch.

As part of pre-launch outreach efforts, the foundation paid a heartfelt give-back visit to Igye-Ako Orphanage in Jos, Plateau State, to identify with indigent and vulnerable children.

The visit, which took place on Friday, 12th December 2025, saw the foundation’s team provide essential support and award full academic scholarships to a set of twins, Esther and Ruth, who were raised at the orphanage.

Led by its Relationship Manager, Mr Nenman Talut, the DO5 Life Foundation selected the twins as a flagship project, emphasizing its strong belief in the transformative power of educating the girl child. 

The foundation holds that investing morally and academically in girls yields far-reaching positive impacts, not only on their immediate communities but on society and the world at large.

Mr Talut in company of other officials from DO5 Life Foundation including Mrs Elizabeth Anyim (HR Manager), Mr Samuel Abayomi (Brand Marketing Manager), Mrs Mary Monday and Mr Fasal Abdullahi also presented generous quantities of food items, groceries, and toiletries to the orphanage on behalf of the foundation, along with a firm commitment to sustain such visits and support in the future.

The founder of Igye-Ako Orphanage, Mrs Mary Adamu Usoji, expressed profound joy and gratitude for the visit and donations. 

She appreciated the DO5 Life Foundation for its timely intervention and prayed for the organization’s rapid growth and success.

Mrs Usoji highlighted the orphanage’s numerous challenges and appealed for continued support and collaboration from organizations like DO5 Life Foundation to give hope and meaning to the lives of indigent and vulnerable children.

The DO5 Life Foundation will be officially launched on Sunday, 14th December 2025, at Tamarald Event Centre, Old Airport Road, Jos, Plateau State.

 

NWFL: Confluence Queens primed to bounce back against Remo Stars Ladies - Abubakar

 

Head Coach of Confluence Queens, Musa Abubakar, has declared that his team is mentally and physically prepared to secure a positive result in their upcoming league fixture.

The Lokoja-based club will host Remo Stars Ladies in a Matchday Three clash of the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL in Iyamho on Wednesday.

Abubakar's side will be aiming to register their first win of the new season, having drawn 2-2 with Abia Angels in their opener and suffered a defeat in their second game against FC Robo Queens last week.

Abubakar revealed that the technical crew has reviewed the team's performances and implemented necessary adjustments, expressing optimism about a positive outcome.

"Actually, we have done all the necessary build-ups and the preparation was excellent. We hope that the players will be able to replicate what we see in training," Abubakar told Onward News 24 in an exclusive interview.

"They look ready and sharp, and if they are able to do that in game situations, I don't think we would have any challenge in winning the match, considering the fact that the three points are very crucial to us at this level where we are now.

"In terms of preparedness, I think we are set, we are ready and we are good to go for the game."

Reflecting on the team's last outing, where they suffered an embarrassing 4-0 defeat to FC Robo Queens in Lagos, 'Manaman' as Coach Abubakar is fondly called, described the result as devastating and far below expectations.

However, he disclosed that corrections have been made following that game and promised an improved performance, starting with the clash against Remo Stars Ladies.

"Our last outing in Lagos (against FC Robo Queens) was devastating and we are not accepting it from the technical crew because that is not actually our expectation.

"But you know, at times when it happens in football, you have to take it in good faith and go back to the drawing board to see how it happened and how effective corrections could take place to avoid any reoccurrence, which we have done and positively, it will work in our favour on Wednesday.

Confluence Queens commiserate with Captain Hauwa Abdullahi over brother's demise

 

Confluence Queens Football Club has identified with their captain, Hauwa Abdullahi following the tragic news of the passing of her elder brother on Tuesday.

The tragic loss of Nicolas Faruq Abdullahi, confirmed by family sources, has left the skipper and her loved ones devastated. 

Hauwa, known for her leadership, calm strength, and unwavering commitment to the team, has received an outpouring of sympathy from teammates, coaches, and club officials.

In an official message, the club extended its deepest condolences to the captain and her family, describing the late Nicolas as a supportive brother whose encouragement contributed to Hauwa’s growth both on and off the pitch.

“Our hearts are with Hauwa in this difficult moment. Losing a loved one is never easy, and we stand firmly with her in prayers, support, and solidarity,” the club stated.

The management also urged players and supporters of Confluence Queens to keep the Abdullahi family in their thoughts as they navigate this painful period.

While the team continues preparations for its upcoming matches, officials confirmed that Hauwa will be given all the time she needs to mourn and be with her family.

Late Nicolas Faruq Abdullahi will be remembered for his humility, kindness, and evident pride in his sister’s football journey.

Confluence Queens called on fans to join in offering prayers for the repose of his soul and for God to grant the family the strength to bear the loss.

May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.