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10th Senate President’s Under 18 Unity Cup Set to Kick Off in Abuja
In a remarkable celebration of unity and talent, the 10th Senate President’s Under 18 Unity Cup is poised to captivate football enthusiasts and supporters of grassroots sports development as it kicks off from November 10 to 17, 2024, in Abuja. Themed the “Renewed Hope Edition,” this groundbreaking tournament, organized by the Grassroot Sports Federation, SOUTH SOUTH, is a testament to the commitment to fostering unity in diversity and nurturing young talents.
With 13 teams competing for the prestigious star prize, the tournament promises to be a spectacle of skill, sportsmanship, and camaraderie. Hon. John Bassey Ekpenyong, the tournament coordinator, shared the noble objectives of the competition, highlighting the significance of promoting unity, unearthing budding talents, creating employment opportunities for the youth through football, and combating youth restiveness.
In a statement released on Sunday, Ekpenyong expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of the National Assembly Leadership, particularly Senator Godswill Akpabio GCON and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, towards sports development in Nigeria. The establishment of the National Sports Commission (NSC) further underscores the leadership’s dedication to nurturing and advancing sports at all levels.
Ekpenyong emphasized, “The participating teams, selected from the 6 geo-political zones of Nigeria, with 2 teams representing each zone, in addition to a specially chosen team from the host city, Abuja, embody the rich talent diversity within the country. This tournament serves as a platform for these young athletes to showcase their skills and potentially pave the way for a promising future in the football world.”
Reflecting on the pivotal role of Senator Godswill Akpabio GCON, the life Patron of the Grassroot Sports Federation, SOUTH SOUTH, Ekpenyong recalled the Senator’s unwavering support for grassroots sports development, dating back to his tenure as the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom state. “We are appreciative of the Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio GCON, Senate President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Right from his time as a governor, he championed grassroots sports development, benefiting over 200 players during his tenure,” Ekpenyong stated.
As anticipation mounts for the 10th Senate President’s Under 18 Unity Cup, football enthusiasts and advocates for grassroots sports development eagerly await a week filled with thrilling matches, inspiring performances, and the celebration of unity through the beautiful game. This tournament not only showcases the raw talent of young athletes but also serves as a beacon of hope and empowerment for the youth of Nigeria.
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Nigeria Customs Service Embarks on Training Tour
Joel Ajayi
As part of preparations for the 2025 African Women’s Club Championship, the Nigeria Customs Service women’s volleyball team has embarked on a training tour in Benin Republic.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from April 1 to 14 in Abuja, Nigeria.
The team departed for Benin Republic on Wednesday.
The Sports Secretary of the Nigeria Customs Service, Samuel Onikeku, appreciated the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi MFR, and his management team for approving the training tour.
He emphasised that the tour would allow the players and coaching crew to assess their level of preparedness for the upcoming championship.
Onikeku expressed confidence in the team’s potential to make a strong impression at the tournament, citing the support received from the Federal Government of Nigeria, particularly through the First Lady, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON.
He said, “The volleyball team has traveled to Benin Republic for a 10-day training tour. The players have been in camp since February, and this tour will provide them with an opportunity to compete against teams outside the country.
“I want to appreciate the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi MFR, and his management team for approving this training tour.
“During the training tour, Nigeria Customs Service will take on strong opponents from Benin Republic, Ghana and Togo.
“The support we received from Nigeria’s First Lady, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON, has been tremendous, and the team is committed to making the country proud.”
He said the service is determined to better their position after finishing fourth place in 2021.
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