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2nd Edition Stephen Keshi Memorial Lecture hold June 7th
2nd Edition Stephen Keshi Memorial Lecture hold June 7th
The second edition of Late Stephen Keshi Memorial Lecture will hold on the 7th of June and 21 Football Tournaments, National Association of Nigeria Professional Footballers, NANPF, has scheduled the Second Edition of both events to hold on the 7th of June and 22nd of August, 2019 respectively
The lecture and the Youth Tournament is put together as an annual event by the Nigeria Players body to immortalise and keep the memory and legacies of the late Footballer and Coach ,Stephen Keshi alive, whose contributions to the overall development of Football in African has been tremendously impactful.
The tournament according a release made available to our correspondent by the NANPF head of communications, Danladi Musa, will also serve as a veritable platform for recruitment of talented players, as the organisers have put in place plans to invite scouts and coaches within and outside Nigeria to scout exceptional players from the tournament.
“The Memorial Lecture will hold on the 7th of June, the same date late Keshi died in 2016 , while the finals of the tournament for both the Under 17 and 21, will take place on the 22nd of August 2019 at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba.
“The Preliminaries for the under 17 and 21 tournaments will kick off from 15th to 21st of August 2019.
“The Union is already in talks with the Delta State Sports Commission to solicit the State’s support for the hoisting of a successful tournament,” the statement read.
Recall that coach Stephen Keshi died on 7 of June, 2016 few months after he lost his wife.
The lecture with themed: “Life After Football: What Does The Country Owe Our Ex-Internationals? As Professor Ken Anugweje. Professors Medicine and Director, University of Port Harcourt Sports Institute will be a Guest Lecturer.
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Happy Birthday to President Tinubu, A leader of leaders, Visioneer- Sunday Dare:
Salutes The “General Overseer of Nigeria’s Democracy” at 73.
The Special Adviser to the President (Media and Public Communications), Chief Sunday Dare CON FNIS, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, describing him as a purposeful leader who rescued Nigeria from the brink.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday, Chief Dare said, “Born on March 29, 1952, President Bola Tinubu’s unfolding story is a tapestry of struggles, intrigues, battles, and, ultimately, victories. His political journey has been bold and courageous, a spectacle admired by many.
“The last four decades of President Tinubu’s life culminated in his presidency, an inspiring journey driven by a profound sense of purpose.
His audacity led him into the tumultuous waters of political life, distinguishing him as a leader with a compelling political story. Across Nigeria, he continues to build bridges, fostering relationships and advocating for a national outlook in his politics.
“Where others succumbed to dread, President Tinubu’s bravery in initiating much-needed reforms has turned the country’s economy around, with Nigeria’s prospects now on an unprecedented positive trajectory. These reforms have positively impacted the nation, with economic indicators reflecting significant transformation under his watch.
“Nigeria has found in Bola Tinubu a leader who prioritizes the nation’s welfare over flamboyance. His purposeful leadership stands as a testament to his commitment to Nigeria’s progress and resilience. As Sunday Dare aptly stated, “History has found its man. A leader leading with purpose.
“Happy Birthday to My President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. A leader of leaders. A Visioneer. The General Overseer of Nigeria’s Democracy. A man Leading with Purpose. Renewing the Hope of Nigeria. Rekindling the spirit of Nigerians. Taking the road less travelled to get Nigeria to the desired destination of self-reliance and global relevance.
“On your 73rd birthday my prayers are for more years, more vision, more courage, more wisdom and God’s protection,” the Presidential Spokesperson concluded.SD for Sustainable Development
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