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Dominic Ohaka, Solution To Super Eagles Defense- Costa Rica Coach
Costa Rica head coach Luiz Suarez has described the newly invitee Super Eagles Right back defender Dominic Ohaka as the solution to the Super Eagles’ defense challenges
He stated this after excellent displayed of the young Player who use his energy, strength and tactic to quench the fire of Costa Rica who want to devour super eagles.
Though, Thursday morning, at the Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica in San Jose, the game ended 2-0 in favour of South American side, Costa Rica, but the young lad Ohaka stood tall to write his name in gold in the mind of Costa Rica fans, especially the coach.
The Performance of the Nigerian squad was widely hailed and the team’s right full back Dominic Ohaka was one of the standout performers.
And his performance did not go without the notice of the Costa Rican veteran Head Coach Luiz Fernando Suarez.
According to him, it was a very good game and we played a very physical side and both teams gave a good showing”.
“Our opponent were very physical and also have some good players especially their right full back. He was very energetic and you can see that he is a very good young talent”.
The Colombian gaffer after the game took a picture with the young Water FC Player, describing him as a future star for Nigeria.
The Player also cut the attention of many Costa Rican Journalists during their post-match review, rating him as one of the team’s top players in the match.
Costa Rica is in Group E at the World Cup in Qatar alongside Germany, Japan and Spain.
They will open their campaign against Spain at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha on the 23rd of November.
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No crisis in NAWIS ahead of AFN elections on Monday
Joel Ajayi
The Association of Nigerian Women in Sports (NAWIS), known for its orderliness since its establishment in 1990, continues to uphold its standards ahead of the upcoming Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) elections.
With members across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, NAWIS has consistently operated without external interference.
Over the years, its members have been nominated to various boards of national sports federations after meeting established criteria, including the payment of annual dues.
The association has attracted a strong base of respected sportswomen who have served the country with distinction, both during and after their active careers.
In preparation for the AFN elections, zonal elections were conducted on June 2 and 3, producing representatives for the national exercise.
While NAWIS initially planned to hold its election in Zaria, Kaduna State, the association’s headquarters, it was later rescheduled for Abuja on Monday, June 9, following directives from higher authorities.
Importantly, NAWIS has a set of strict guidelines that govern its electoral process, particularly the requirement for timely payment of annual dues. Failure to meet this condition results in automatic disqualification.
This guideline was the basis for the disqualification of Maria Wophil, who has reportedly not paid her annual dues since 2017. Her attempt to hurriedly settle outstanding debts just before the election was deemed non-compliant with NAWIS regulations.
Who is Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju?
Commonwealth gold medallist Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju is one of the leading contenders for the NAWIS representative position in the AFN.
She made history as the first African woman to run the 400m in under 50 seconds and brought glory to Nigeria by winning a silver medal in the 4x400m relay at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics.
Yusuf-Olukoju also claimed gold in the 400m at the 1991 All-Africa Games and silver in the 200m.
Based on nominations and her track record, Yusuf-Olukoju is considered the most qualified candidate. However, three other contenders have also shown interest, and the final decision will be made in the election slated for Monday, June 9, in Abuja.
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