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FCT FA Chairman consoles Abia state Football Association over the demise of its chairman
The entire board of the FCT Football Association led by its Chairman, Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed has expressed their condolences, commiserating with the Abia State Football Association in the sudden death of their chairman, Sir Ephraim Chukwuemeka whose demise was a surprise to all.
Alhaji Mouktar, in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, expressed deep shock saying the Abia State football Association Chief was a vibrant man, full of life and vigour, and he implores his family to take heart reiterating the painful loss.
“It comes as a rude shock that Sir Ephraim Chukwuemeka is no more. He was a vibrant man, full of life and a jolly good fellow. He will be greatly missed by the footballing family and stakeholders.”
“I sympathize with his family and ask that they all take heart and be consoled by the lives he touched and his immense contribution to Abia state Football and the country at large.”
Mouktar urged the entire Abia State Football Association, to be strong and continue the good work Sir Ephraim Chukwuemeka was doing in the State through football before this sudden death.”
Furthermore, the FCT FA boss(Mouktar) continued by saying: “This is the time the FA needs to be strong and keep doing their best to sustain the good legacies the late FA boss had put in place as it touched lives, our prayer for him is that, may God grant him eternal rest and grant strength his family and those he left the legacies of football in Abia State the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”
Until his death was the Football Association Chairman of Abia state and also an NFF congress member.
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Lagos State Sports Commission, Abbey Rangers FC Seal Groundbreaking Partnership for Grassroots Football Development
The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has unveiled a groundbreaking partnership with Abbey Rangers Football Club, a renowned community football institution in the United Kingdom, marking a new era in grassroots football development in Nigeria.
Under this strategic alliance, Abbey Rangers FC will collaborate with the Lagos State Sports Commission to implement a robust seven-pillar framework focused on:
talent development, coaching enhancement, sports science, community engagement, policy support, resource mobilization, and infrastructure growth.
The partnership is a first of its kind between Nigeria and a UK-based community football club and aims to create a sustainable, inclusive, and globally competitive football ecosystem in Lagos State. It promises to unlock new international opportunities for young athletes and coaches, offering pathways for advanced training, mentorship, and global exposure.
Speaking at the official unveiling, Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Lekan Fatodu, described the partnership as “a landmark step in Lagos’ mission to build a sustainable and inclusive sports ecosystem.”
“This collaboration represents a deliberate effort to connect Lagos with global best practices in grassroots football development,” Fatodu stated.
“Abbey Rangers brings proven expertise and community-driven values that align with our vision to nurture world-class talent and position Lagos as a continental hub for youth sports excellence.”
In his remarks, Abbey Rangers Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Nick Riley, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, noting that it reflects the club’s long-standing commitment to community-driven sports development.
“We are proud to partner with Lagos State on this visionary initiative,” Riley said.
“Abbey Rangers has always believed that community football is a powerful tool for development, inclusion, and opportunity. This collaboration allows us to share our grassroots model and experience with one of Africa’s most dynamic cities.”
The LSSC–Abbey Rangers partnership is a reflection of Lagos State’s strategic commitment to developing the next generation of football talent through international collaboration, innovation, and community-based sports programs. It also reaffirms the Commission’s leadership in driving sports diplomacy and youth empowerment across Africa.
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