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Stakeholders throw weight behind Bar. Seyi Akinwumi NFF’s Presidency

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3 years ago

August 30, 2022

…Pledges to turn fortunes of Restore Nigerian Football.

Joel Ajayi

Football stakeholders in their numbers on Tuesday endorsed Bar. Seyi Akinwunmi for President of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF),

The current first Vice President of the Nigeria football federation Barr. Akinwunmi has also pledged to leave no stone unturned to ensure he turn the fortune of Nigeria Football if elected president at the September 30th NFF Elective Congress in Benin Edo state.

He gave this pledge on Tuesday in Abuja when he officially declared his intention to run for the position of the president of NFF.
According to him, for years, Football has been a symbol of unity, inclusivity, excellence and national socio-economic development.

“Despite the challenges we face, I believe it is time for Nigeria to be great again and become a shining beacon of hope and excellence to the world.

“My Mission is to create an inclusive, vibrant and efficient football ecosystem beginning at the grassroot to develop a sustainable national football culture, provide pathways to success and fully exploit the Nigerian entrepreneurial spirit.
“My Vision To transform Nigeria into an epitome of football development using meritocracy. professionalism, technology, creativity, transparency and education.

“We are going to Cultivate a culture of entrepreneurship that adds val corporate and commercial partnerships.

“Accelerate the growth of girls and women footballers. Facilitate investment in technology and football infrastructure at all levels.

“I have therefore with all humility, decided to vie for the post of president by the grace of God in the forthcoming September 2022.

“This is another opportunity to show my love for Nigeria, and I have no doubts that it is a natural progression on my long journey from the business of football administration in Nigeria to see Pinnacle football administration experience.” He said

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Airwarrior Basketball Club Chairman, Celebrates Sallah with Journalists in Abuja

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17 hours ago

June 7, 2025

The Gleamer

The event, filled with camaraderie and appreciation, provided an opportunity for Alhaji Solademi to acknowledge the vital role of the media in national development and the promotion of sports in Nigeria.

In a warm gesture of unity, oneness, togetherness and goodwill, the Chairman of Air Warriors Basketball Club, Abuja, Alhaji Abddulmajid Solademi, hosted a group of Basketball Journalists on Saturday at his residence in celebration of the Sallah festivities in Abuja.

The gathering that shows the importance of love, peace, and unity values which is crucial not just for the advancement of basketball, but for the overall progress of the nation.

However, the Sallah is a time to reflect on our shared humanity,” he said. “It’s a moment to support one another and to uphold the values that bring us together, rather than divide us.”

Guests at the event shared stories, enjoyed meals, Asun Rice, Oriental rice, Jollof Rice, Swallow in variety with a lot of drinks that mede them to engaged in meaningful discussions on the development of sports in Nigeria, with a special focus on grassroots basketball.

Many attendees praised Solademi for his unwavering support for the sporting community and his ongoing commitment to using sports as a powerful tool for youth empowerment and social transformation.

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