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FCT FA Boss Charges Super Eagles To Dim Black Stars

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4 years ago

March 28, 2022

The Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Football Association, Adam Mouktar Mohammed has welcomed Super Eagles back to their traditional home in Abuja after a 10-year absence even as he charged them to go all out to beat their Ghanaian foes and grab the ticket to World Cup in Qatar

In a statement signed by the Media Adviser to FA Charman Uche Nwudoh, , Mouktar commended the Super Eagles for their doggedness and disciplined play in Kumasi, Ghana which earned them deserved to draw in the face of several obstacles intended to frustrate them

“I must commend you for your dogged display in Kumasi, Ghana because what you did was no mean feat. Playing against one of our eternal rivals with their vociferous and hostile supporters, a respite that you went, saw, and almost conquered _but come this Tuesday_ in Abuja, you will put the icing on the cake by grabbing the ticket to Qatar 2022

‘We have no doubt that you will complete the job in Abuja because the city and people have felt your absence and are ready to welcome you back after a 10-year absence with an unprecedented support that will propel you to victory” the FCT FA Boss stated

The chairman also commended the FCT Minister Mallam Muhammad Bello for the active role he has played in ensuring that the Eagles don’t lack support in Abuja and the Minister of Sports Sunday Dare, who made sure the main bowl of the Stadium came back to life and is in good condition to host the match.

‘I must also commend the FCT Minister, Muhammed Bello for the active role he has taken in ensuring that the Super Eagles don’t lack support come this Tuesday. With the provision of 100 buses to convey fans from different parts of Abuja to the stadium for free, this is a massive statement of intent that all hands are on deck to ensure that the eagles don’t lack in whatever capacity.

‘The Minister of Sports deserves accolades for ensuring that the main bowl of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium is back in use after so many years. A feat his predecessors tried to achieve but couldn’t.

Finally, Mouktar called on football fans to take advantage of the provision of free buses by the FCT administration to throng the stadium and cheer the Super Eagles to victory

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Football Fever Hits Abuja as Montage FM 99.7 Launches Maiden Community Tournament November 18

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4 hours ago

November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

In its determination to foster unity among communities across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), identify and promote raw football talent, encourage physical fitness and discipline, and tackle youth restiveness, Montage FM 99.7 Abuja has unveiled plans for the Maiden Edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament.

The highly anticipated grassroots competition, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is set to kick off on November 18, 2025, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.

The tournament will feature 24 teams, with four teams representing each Area Council, competing for a cash prize of over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.

However, grand finale scheduled for December 7, 2025, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, where the top four teams will battle for first, second, and third place honors.

Speaking during a press briefing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the Cordinator of the Tournament Mr. Raphael Ekpang, described the tournament as a significant initiative aimed at using sports as a tool for unity, youth engagement, and talent discovery across the FCT.

According to him, I am honored to stand before you today to announce the upcoming Montage FCT Community Football Tournament a dynamic grassroots inter-community football competition that promises to unite communities and discover hidden talent across the six Area Councils in the FCT,” Ekpang said.

“This tournament is more than just football; it is a celebration of community spirit and youth empowerment. Our long-term goal is to expand beyond football to include other sports like basketball and athletics in future editions.”

Ekpang further noted that registration and awareness campaigns are currently underway across the six Area Councils, urging interested teams and individuals to participate.

“We are grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners who share our vision of promoting sports development and community engagement within the FCT. We also call on other organizations and individuals to join this noble cause,” he added.

The organizers emphasized that the Montage Community Football Tournament aligns with Montage FM 99.7’s mission to promote peace, unity, and positive engagement among youths while strengthening its brand presence as a youth-driven, community-focused platform.

They encouraged the public to follow updates and live coverage of the tournament through Montage FM 99.7 Abuja and its social media platforms

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