Coach Asuquo Assures of more representation at Olympics

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3 years ago

August 15, 2022

By Joel Ajayi

Founder of Tony International Gymnastics (TIG) club, Tony Asuquo said he is optimistic that Nigeria will have more representation at future Olympics Games.

Asuquo stated this on Monday, following the performance of Nigerian gymnasts at the International Club championship in South Africa.

A total of 10 gymnasts who train with TIG club based in Abuja, participated in the two-day event in South Africa, winning seven medals in the process.

Asuquo, who is the head coach and Founder of the club, said he was very impressed with the performance of the gymnasts.

“I am very happy with the performance of the team. They have really made us proud and have exhibited what they have learned in their training.

“To compete among the best in South Africa with better facilities and win medals here, is amazing to see.

“This is not the first time our gymnasts are winning medals, but it is exciting to see that they keep raising the standards and I am proud of them.

“We are raising podium-finish gymnasts for the Olympics and in no distant time, Nigeria will be presenting many gymnasts at the Olympics,”

Asuquo, however, added that the team would remain in South Africa for the next two weeks to make use of its training facilities.

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From Streets to Stardom: Unique Futbol Academy Scouting Program Inspires Ibadan’s Young Footballers

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14 hours ago

November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

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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