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3 Days to Go: Athletes Receive Foreign Camping Allowance, in High Spirits as Opening Ceremony Nears
With just three days left until the highly anticipated 2024 Olympic Games kick off in Paris, France, the Nigerian contingent is in high spirits following its foreign training tour in Germany and Spain, as well as the timely disbursement of foreign camping allowances.
Senator John Owan Enoh, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, stated that both domestic and foreign camping allowances have been disbursed to the athletes. “Ensuring our athletes are well-prepared and motivated is a top priority. We are committed to providing all necessary support to help them excel on the global stage,” he said. “Our athletes have shown incredible dedication and resilience, and we believe they are ready to make the nation proud.”
A total of 88 athletes will represent Nigeria in 12 different sports at the Olympic Games, which commence later this week. This timely financial support underscores the Ministry’s dedication to fostering an environment where Nigerian athletes can focus on their preparations and deliver outstanding performances in Paris. “The support from the Ministry has been phenomenal,” said one of the athletes. “Knowing that we have the backing of our nation gives us the confidence to push harder and aim higher.”
The contingent held its foreign training program in Saarbrucken, Germany, while the football team camped in Spain. The foreign training followed a period of domestic training camp, which prepared athletes for the games before the foreign camping to further prepare mentally, physically, and psychologically under conditions similar to those in Paris. “The training in Germany and Spain has been intense and very beneficial,” noted another athlete. “We are more than ready to compete and bring glory to Nigeria.”
The Honourable Minister concluded, “Our athletes have the full support of the nation. We believe in their abilities and are confident they will give their best at the Games. Let’s all rally behind Team Nigeria and cheer them on to victory.”
Sports
From Streets to Stardom: Unique Futbol Academy Scouting Program Inspires Ibadan’s Young Footballers
Ibadan is buzzing with excitement as the Unique Football Academy Scouting Program kicks off, bringing together top European football clubs and talented young Nigerian players.
The four-day program, which commenced on Monday, features a delegation of four directors from prominent European teams, including two from Kosovo and one from India, led by renowned football agent Diego Martins from Portugal.
The scouting program aims to identify and select outstanding players who will be given opportunities to showcase their skills in Europe.
Successful players will be offered the chance to take their careers to the next level, with the organizers assuring them of opportunities abroad.
According to the Director of the program and founder of Unique Football Academy, Mr. Jelil Oladimeji, this is not the first time the academy has organized such an event.
“This is the 4th edition, and we are proud of the progress and impact we have made so far in terms of exposing our raw talent to the European market,” he said.
The program has already proven successful, with several players from previous editions going on to excel in European leagues. Some notable examples include Haruna Saleh with PAOK in Greece and Praisegod Emersons in Slovakia.
As the program continues, clubs are gearing up to exhibit their talents, and the future looks bright for Nigeria’s young football stars.
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