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Health Status: NLO declares 55 players ineligible

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2 years ago

April 29, 2023

Joel Ajayi
In its desire to have the best in the forthcoming 2023 Nationwide League One NLO campaign, the organizer have declared 55 players ineligible to participate in the league as a result of their health status.

In a statement Signed by Chief Operating Officer of NLO Sola Ogunnowo said that report from medical team (Result of PCMA) first Batch revealed that the affected players ineligible as a result of the health status.
According to the statement, NLO Secretariat hereby wish to draw your attention to the above-named subject matter as it affects your affiliate club(s).
“The NLO Medical team reports has been trickling in to the Secretariat and we already have some alarming reports with RED FLAG on some players which the doctors recommend for additional and further medical attention due to their health status, the players identified so far are as attached below;
“Please note that the medical reports are with the secretariat for dispatch to the various clubs, since the report is confidential.
“The affected clubs are advised to withdraw the services of these players until further assessment and treatment are made and be cleared fit to play competitive football.”

Affected clubs include, Able God FC, De Royal Star FA, Daniel FC, Gee-Lec FC, , IKUKUOMA FC, NYSC FC, Paul E Academy, Positive FA, PCC FC, like-mind FC, Fire FC, Makunikele united FC, FCT Command FC, Zion Warrior FC, Rivaldo FC.
Attached are the clubs and players below.

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Speaker House Reps, Abbas, Others Thumbs NFF President Over NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and New Training Pitches

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35 mins ago

March 19, 2025

The Gleamer

…Says It Will Boost Nigeria’s Economy

By Joel Ajayi

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has commended the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, for initiating the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and new training pitches, describing it as a transformational project that will boost Nigeria’s economy.

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, Speaker Abbas praised the initiative and pledged the National Assembly’s full support.

“This is a noble project, and the National Assembly will give it full support. I congratulate the National Sports Commission and the Nigeria Football Federation, and I thank FIFA for agreeing to fund this project,” he stated while cutting the ceremonial tape.

He also assured the House of Representatives’ support for the visionary leadership of Engineer Ibrahim Musa Gusau and the NFF in other key areas where assistance is required.

Leading the FIFA delegation, Gelson Fernandes (Deputy Chief Member Associations Officer/Regional Director, Africa) reiterated FIFA’s commitment to funding the project, emphasizing that infrastructure development has been a priority since the tenure of President Gianni Infantino began.

Expressing his excitement, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau stated that the hostel and training pitches will serve all Nigerian national teams, leagues, and academies.

“Indeed, my joy knows no bounds. From the day my Executive Committee and I were sworn into office in Benin City on Friday, 30th September 2022, I was determined to push this project forward as a legacy for Nigerian football.
“For sustained success, we must provide a conducive environment, infrastructure, equipment, and support systems that enable players and officials to perform at their best.

“Building a players’ hostel and having new training pitches will not only enhance team management but also reduce costs, allowing us to invest more in grassroots development programs.”
Several dignitaries present at the event applauded Gusau’s leadership, determination, and commitment to football development in Nigeria.

The event was well attended by local and international stakeholders, including sports enthusiasts, who witnessed the groundbreaking ceremony of the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and Training Pitches.

In addition to the hostel, the project includes:Two new training pitches (one synthetic and one natural grass). Reconstruction of the existing synthetic pitch.

Also, Spectators’ sitting terraces with 1,838 seats.Two dressing rooms for players, each accommodating 27 players.Two dressing rooms for officials.

The construction is expected to last 24 months and is fully funded by FIFA under its FIFA Forward 3.0 programme.

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