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The World Will Testify About You Soon.. Lulu Charges Fosla NSF Medalists

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2 years ago

December 21, 2022

Former NFF President Alhaji Sani Lulu Abdullahi has advised players of the Fosla Football Club to continue to work hard, as Nigerians would soon testify to their greatest in the game of football.

Lulu who received football club members who were part of the FCT silver winning football team in just concluded National Sports Festival in Asaba, Delta State, acknowledged the impact of the players in the FCT team, appreciating them for been good Ambassadors of the Academy where ever they found themselves. He charged them to be patient and remain discipline in and out of the field, as the world is waiting for them to excel.

He congratulated the FCT team and the players, and advised them to remain focused for subsequent games.

Four players from the Fosla Football Club, who are students of the Nasarawa State University Keffi were part of the FCT Football team to National Sports Festival. They players were Gabriel Achu, Abdullahi Mohammed “Kekere”, Moses Aluko and Zakari Amodu.

Also, Abdullahi Mohammed “Kekere” used the opportunity to present his certificate of returns as the Students Union Director of Sports at the Nasarawa State University Keffi to the Proprietor of his Club.

Lulu advised “Kekere” to ensure that he surpass the performance of his predecessors, and to remember that a leader is a slave to his followers.

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No crisis in NAWIS ahead of AFN elections on Monday

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4 hours ago

June 8, 2025

The Gleamer

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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