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2020 NPFL/LaLiga U-15 Coaching Seminar Get 4th-7th February Date In Abuja

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January 25, 2020

Joel Ajayi

All is now set for the 4^th editions of Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL/Laliga U-15 as the tournament will commence 4th to 7th February with Workshop for Coaches of the 20 clubs of the (NPFL) and other invitees.

This year’s workshop which will hold at the MKO Abiola Stadium, will as in the past three editions, be facilitated by Coaching Instructors from LaLiga, this time, Diego Gutierrez Ramos, and Enrique Brisach Felipe.

Ramos who is the lead instructor holds a UEFA Professional license, a Master’s degree in Physical Education and Sports, and a Post Graduate degree in Football Analysis, while Felip holds a UEFA A license and a Master’s degree in High-Performance Team Sports.

Speaking on the Seminar, Chairman of the League Management Company (LMC), Malam Shehu Dikko said it is in fulfillment of the technical partnership of the Spanish League and its Nigerian counterpart which has seen huge development and progress since it’s signing in 2016.

“We have had an NPFL All-Star team playing tour of Spain where they played Valencia, Malaga and Atletico Madrid as well as seminars for club administrators and media officers”, Dikko remarked.

He continued, “In 2017, we also had the NPFL U-17 All-Star travel to South Africa to play in the Future Champions tournament and in 2018 we had Athletico Madrid coming to play Super Eagles B team in Uyo”

“So, we have over the years had several technical support from LaLiga in our quest to add value to the NPFL and we are always appreciative of this support from LaLiga”, the LMC Chairman further stated

Also Speaking, LaLiga Global Network delegate to Nigeria, Guillermo Perez reiterated LaLiga’s commitment to the development of football in Nigeria.

‘The U-15 project is an important one for us, this is the fourth edition and we have trained almost 300 youth coaches and over 900kids have played in the main tournament, with last year’s most valuable player traveling to Spain to train with Malaga CF for ten days.

We will continue to play our part to aid the development of football in Nigeria through our partnership with the LMC and our other strategic partners’.

The Coaching seminar which serves as a precursor to the main U-15 Promises tournament has seen almost 300 youth coaches trained since its inception in 2017.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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September 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria is poised to make history as it seeks to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, a monumental opportunity that promises to transform the nation’s economy, infrastructure, and global standing.

More than a sporting spectacle, the Games would serve as a catalyst for development across multiple sectors, leaving behind a legacy of national pride and sustainable growth.

The benefits of hosting the Games extend far beyond the sports arena. Nigeria stands to gain both empirical and non-empirical advantages, with direct, indirect, and induced impacts that will touch every corner of society. Infrastructural development will take center stage, with new facilities such as indoor sports halls, conference centers, and improved road networks reshaping urban landscapes while strengthening the nation’s capacity to host future international events.

Economic growth is another significant dividend. Over 10,000 jobs are expected to be created, spanning construction, facility management, event planning, and tourism services.

The hospitality industry will undergo major improvements as hotels and resorts are upgraded to meet international standards, while local restaurants, lounges, and tourist attractions will see a surge in patronage from international visitors. Small and medium enterprises, particularly in the transport, finance, and food service sectors, will become some of the greatest beneficiaries, as the Games generate new demand and expand opportunities for local businesses.
The Commonwealth Games will also accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s sports industry.

Investments in training facilities, coaching, and talent development will inspire a new generation of athletes, ensuring long-term benefits that extend beyond 2030, a major focus of the President Bola Tinubu administration.
At the same time, the process of preparing for the Games will create opportunities for Nigerians to learn new crafts, acquire technical skills, and engage in global-standard event management, thereby strengthening human capacity and innovation across industries.

Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the Nigeria Sports Commission, and Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director General, have been widely recognized for their tireless and visionary leadership in repositioning Nigeria’s sporting sector.

Their commitment to facilitating infrastructural development and strengthening grassroots sports development has laid the foundation for Nigeria’s bold bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Under their leadership, the NSC is fostering strategic partnerships and driving innovation in sports administration, they have demonstrated the nation’s readiness to stage an event of such global magnitude.

Beyond the tangible gains, the hosting of the 2030 Commonwealth Games carries profound symbolic value. It would be a moment of unity and pride, a chance for Nigeria to showcase its cultural richness, resilience, and excellence to the world.
As a centenary edition, the Games would stand as a historic milestone not just for the Commonwealth but for Nigeria itself, cementing its place on the global stage as a capable, ambitious, and forward-looking nation.

The gains from hosting the Commonwealth Games can never be undermined or overemphasized. This is Nigeria’s time to step forward and show the world our resilience, and excellence. We call on every Nigerian, across sectors and communities, to support this noble aspiration.

Nigeria’s pursuit of the 2030 Commonwealth Games is a vision for transformation, a blueprint for national development, and a legacy project that will inspire generations to come.

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