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2024 Olympics Ticket, Grassroot development others our Target-Shooting Federation President
Joel Ajayi
The newly elected President of Shooting Federation of Nigeria Commodore Bamidele Ayoade has revealed that 2024 Olympic ticket, grassroots development, infrastructure and others will be the priority of the present Federation.
He gave this hints in Ilorin Kwara state at ongoing 6th edition of National Youth Game while addressing the journalists on his plan to grow Nigeria’s shooting.
According to him, Our plan as a board is to develop shooting sports in Nigeria
“The first assignment in our hands is fixing of Infrastructure because Shooting is one of the sport that is not play daily, that is why we are going to each geo political to develop the ranges.
“The next is grassroots development, we are going to Kano State, after that we will go to Rivers State. We pray that the state governments can help us sustain the training.
“After that we will go to Rivers State and hopefully we would get some talents from there. We hope to reach all the zones.
” I assure you that you would equally be carried along in the process,” he stressed.
” We want to ensure Nigeria qualify for the next Olympics in 2024 in Paris France.”
He also promised to always to carry media along in every activities of the Federation while calling on sponsor and appealed to Parent to always release their children for the game of shooting.
“One of plan to develop the game is zonal championship where most of our activities will be reports.”
“We would include media in our refresher courses in Abuja and also have a feel of what the athletes are going through.
Meanwhile, in the history of youth games, 12 states participated which has never happened before.
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Lagos State Sports Commission, Abbey Rangers FC Seal Groundbreaking Partnership for Grassroots Football Development
The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has unveiled a groundbreaking partnership with Abbey Rangers Football Club, a renowned community football institution in the United Kingdom, marking a new era in grassroots football development in Nigeria.
Under this strategic alliance, Abbey Rangers FC will collaborate with the Lagos State Sports Commission to implement a robust seven-pillar framework focused on:
talent development, coaching enhancement, sports science, community engagement, policy support, resource mobilization, and infrastructure growth.
The partnership is a first of its kind between Nigeria and a UK-based community football club and aims to create a sustainable, inclusive, and globally competitive football ecosystem in Lagos State. It promises to unlock new international opportunities for young athletes and coaches, offering pathways for advanced training, mentorship, and global exposure.
Speaking at the official unveiling, Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Lekan Fatodu, described the partnership as “a landmark step in Lagos’ mission to build a sustainable and inclusive sports ecosystem.”
“This collaboration represents a deliberate effort to connect Lagos with global best practices in grassroots football development,” Fatodu stated.
“Abbey Rangers brings proven expertise and community-driven values that align with our vision to nurture world-class talent and position Lagos as a continental hub for youth sports excellence.”
In his remarks, Abbey Rangers Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Nick Riley, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, noting that it reflects the club’s long-standing commitment to community-driven sports development.
“We are proud to partner with Lagos State on this visionary initiative,” Riley said.
“Abbey Rangers has always believed that community football is a powerful tool for development, inclusion, and opportunity. This collaboration allows us to share our grassroots model and experience with one of Africa’s most dynamic cities.”
The LSSC–Abbey Rangers partnership is a reflection of Lagos State’s strategic commitment to developing the next generation of football talent through international collaboration, innovation, and community-based sports programs. It also reaffirms the Commission’s leadership in driving sports diplomacy and youth empowerment across Africa.
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