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By: Adekunle Oni Daniel

From kicking footballs to throwing arrows and punching opponents, traditional sports have always been about physical activity and community connection. For years, sports were characterized by

By Adekunle-Oni Daniel

In what could be called a thrilling football game, the University of Ibadan male football team of the defeated the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology(

According to the fixtures provided by the University of Ibadan Sports Council, eight sports will be played on the opening day

However, the Amazons’ goalkeeper put on a commendable performance, making several crucial saves to keep her team in the game. The first half ended in a goalless draw.

Those who pick up the baton often become interesting to watch, thrilling spectators with their sportive dexterity on the football pitch. One of these is Jaiyeoba Samuel

The tournament is open to all students of the University of Ibadan, including the undergraduates, postgraduates and Distance Learning students

Adekunle Ogooluwa, another football fan, is of the opinion that fans should always turn off live score app notifications while watching a match. The failure to do so, he said, diminishes the entertainment value of the game.

The captains urged the Students’ Representative Council, Faculty Presidents, Hall Chairpersons, Sports Directors, and other concerned stakeholders to solidarise with them in the face of their current challenges.

In an interview with IndyPress on Saturday, August 16, 2025, the University of Ibadan Students’ Union Sports Secretary, Victor Kolawole, assured that the Students’ Union leadership would address the concerns.

Football, also known as soccer, is one of the oldest sports in the world. Long before it became the modern game that is widely cherished today, people had played its older versions in countries like ancient China, Rome, and medieval Europe. These early