Chairman of the Ogun State Football Association, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi, has showered praises on football entrepreneur Hon. Kunle Soname following Beyond Limits Football Academy’s successful defence of the prestigious Gothia Cup title in Sweden.
The Nigerian academy defeated ASEC Mimosas of Côte d’Ivoire in the final to retain the world’s biggest youth football tournament, becoming back-to-back champions and further cementing its reputation as one of Africa’s leading football development institutions.
Reacting to the achievement, Majekodunmi described the victory as a proud moment for Ogun State and Nigeria, saying it reflects Soname’s unwavering commitment to discovering and nurturing young football talents.
“On behalf of the Ogun State Football Association, I heartily congratulate Hon. Kunle Soname, the management, coaches and players of Beyond Limits Football Academy on this outstanding achievement. Winning the Gothia Cup back-to-back is a remarkable feat that reflects hard work, discipline and quality,” Majekodunmi said.
The Ogun FA chairman, who is also an Executive Board Member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), credited Soname with transforming youth football through sustained investment and a clear development philosophy that continues to produce players capable of competing on the international stage.
According to him, Beyond Limits has become a benchmark for football academies across Nigeria by providing a structured pathway from grassroots football to elite competition.
“Hon. Soname has continued to raise the bar and set new standards in football development. Through Beyond Limits Football Academy, he has once again placed Ogun State and Nigeria on the global map for the right reasons. The academy has become a shining example of excellence that others should emulate,” he added.
Majekodunmi also commended the players and coaching crew for maintaining high standards throughout the competition, urging them to remain focused as they continue their development into future stars for club and country.
Beyond Limits dominated the tournament from start to finish, completing the competition unbeaten with five wins and one draw, while scoring an incredible 30 goals and conceding just once on their way to lifting the coveted trophy for the second consecutive year.
The latest triumph adds another chapter to the academy’s remarkable rise under Soname, whose football project—which includes Nigeria Premier Football League champions Remo Stars FC—has become one of the country’s most successful talent development models.
For Majekodunmi, Beyond Limits’ latest European success is more than just another trophy; it is proof that strategic investment in youth football can produce world-class results and further elevate Nigeria’s reputation as one of Africa’s foremost producers of football talent.
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, Enugu State chapter, has condemned reported attacks on opposition parties in the state, particularly incidents involving members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Speaking through the Obodoeze Media Project, the mouthpiece of the party’s governorship candidate in the state, Ocho Obodoeze Chukwuma, the ADC said the reported use of firearms in a political environment was deeply troubling and represented a serious threat to public safety, democratic participation and peaceful coexistence.
The party sympathised with the NDC, its leadership and members over the disturbing developments.
“We call on the relevant security agencies to conduct a thorough, impartial and transparent investigation, identify those responsible and ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice in accordance with the law.
“While reports have circulated alleging that a life was lost, the Enugu State Government has disputed that claim, and the police have reported that a man sustained a suspected gunshot injury.
“We therefore urge the authorities to establish and publicly clarify the facts, while ensuring that the injured receive appropriate care and that justice is not compromised.
“We are equally concerned about the circumstances surrounding the restriction of NDC members who reportedly gathered at Akanu Ibiam International Airport to receive their party’s governorship candidate. Airports require appropriate security arrangements, and all applicable rules must be respected.
“However, those rules must be applied consistently, transparently and without political discrimination. Members of political parties and other groups are regularly seen welcoming associates and leaders at public arrival points.
“Any restriction imposed on one political party must therefore be supported by clear, consistently applied regulations rather than arbitrary or partisan considerations,” the statement said.
The party called on the Federal Ministry of Aviation to institute an independent and transparent inquiry, in conjunction with the appropriate airport authorities, to establish precisely what happened, the basis for the restrictions imposed on the NDC, and whether the same standards are applied to other political parties.
“Public institutions must remain impartial and must never create the impression that lawful civic participation is permitted for one group but denied to another on account of political affiliation.
“At this critical time, we urge all political parties, their supporters and relevant authorities to reject violence, uphold democratic principles and allow lawful political activities to take place in an atmosphere of peace, fairness and mutual respect.
“Our position remains unequivocal: the rule of law must prevail, equality before the law must be upheld, and the dignity of every human person must be recognised and protected, irrespective of political affiliation.
“No individual or group should be above the law, and no citizen should be made to feel that their rights are inferior because of the political party they support.
“Enugu State belongs to all of us. Its peace, democratic institutions and public resources must serve everyone without discrimination,” the party further stated.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a commanding performance to defeat Comoros 5-0 in the second leg of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying encounter on Tuesday, completing an emphatic 7-0 aggregate victory to advance to the next round.
Sports247 reports that Toni Payne and Uchenna Kanu were the standout performers, scoring twice each, while Christy Ucheibe added another goal as Nigeria demonstrated their attacking quality against the visitors.
The victory followed the Super Falcons’ 2-0 first-leg triumph at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, giving Nigeria a comfortable advantage heading into the decisive encounter.
Despite entering the match with a two-goal cushion, the Super Falcons approached the second leg determined to extend their advantage rather than simply defend their first-leg result.
Their persistence eventually paid off in the 41st minute when Toni Payne broke the deadlock, putting Nigeria ahead and increasing their aggregate lead to 3-0.
The opening goal ensured that the Nigerian side entered the interval in a commanding position, leaving Comoros with an increasingly difficult task.
The Super Falcons returned for the second half with renewed attacking determination, producing four additional goals to complete an impressive victory.
Uchenna Kanu doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 57th minute before Payne completed her brace six minutes later, making it 3-0 on the day. Kanu then grabbed her second goal in the 67th minute, extending Nigeria’s advantage to four goals.
Christy Ucheibe completed the scoring in the 71st minute, putting the finishing touch on a dominant performance that underlined Nigeria’s superiority across both legs.
The five-goal victory also ensured that the Super Falcons finished the two-legged contest without conceding, recording consecutive clean sheets against Comoros. The result represented a successful outing for interim head coach Austin Eguavoen, who had emphasised the importance of winning rather than relying on Nigeria’s first-leg advantage.
Speaking before the encounter, Eguavoen stressed that maintaining the team’s structure remained his priority, although he welcomed the possibility of scoring more goals. His players responded with an impressive attacking display, scoring five times while maintaining their defensive discipline.
Kanu also delivered on her pre-match ambition after expressing confidence in the squad’s ability to secure another convincing victory.
With Comoros eliminated 7-0 on aggregate, Nigeria will now turn their attention to Morocco in the next round of the qualification campaign.
The upcoming encounter represents another important challenge as the Super Falcons continue their pursuit of a place at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
For Nigeria, the comprehensive victory provides a significant confidence boost ahead of the tougher assignments expected in subsequent rounds.
Five goals, two braces, two clean sheets and a 7-0 aggregate triumph — the Super Falcons have delivered a strong statement of intent as their Olympic qualification journey continues.