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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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35 Days to Go: Nigeria Set to Host African Junior Athletics Championship in Abeokuta

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2 hours ago

June 9, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

With just 35 days to go, Nigeria is revving up preparations to host the 3rd edition of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) African Junior Athletics Championship, scheduled to take place from July 16 to 20, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Returning to Nigerian soil, the prestigious biennial event will welcome the continent’s most promising Under-18 and Under-20 athletes to the newly refurbished MKO Abiola International Stadium, which recently played host to the 22nd National Sports Festival.

Over 500 athletes from more than 50 African nations are expected to compete in this year’s championship, making it one of the largest gatherings of young athletic talent on the continent.

South Africa, the reigning overall champions, will be looking to defend their title, but Nigeria’s young stars are also eager to make a strong statement on home soil.

“This is not just a competition; it is a celebration of Africa’s future in track and field,” Hon. Bukola Olopade, DG of the National Sports Commission said.

“Nigeria is honored to host once again and to demonstrate its world-class capacity in organizing major sporting events,” he added.

The choice of Abeokuta—also known as the Gateway City—underscores the state’s growing reputation as a hub for sports development, alongside other Nigerian cities. With its state-of-the-art facilities and strategic location, the city is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for athletes, officials, and fans alike.

The CAA African Junior Championships is widely regarded as the breeding ground for the continent’s future Olympic and world champions.

As the countdown continues, all eyes will be on Nigeria to once again rise to the occasion and reinforce its status as Africa’s true sporting giant.

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