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Amusan returns in November for the 2nd Tobi/Abiola Ijebu Sprint & Relays Meet
After crowning a challenging season with a Diamond League trophy in 100m hurdles in Eugene, USA on Sunday, Tobi Amusan is set to return to Nigeria in November to do what she loves doing best, giving the younger ones opportunities to showcase their talents.
And from November 3rd to the 4th, young athletes from all the nooks and crannies of Ogun State will converge at the iconic Otunba Dipo Dina stadium, Ijebu-Ode for the second edition of the Tobi/Abiola Ijebu Sprint and Relays Meet.
Amusan and Abiola Onakoya are beneficiaries of youth development programmes in Ogun State which led to their discovery as young athletes, they both got scholarships to study at the University of El-Paso, in Texas, USA.
Before their graduation from the school, both represented Team Nigeria at the youth, junior, and senior levels.
After winning laurels for Nigeria and being a good ambassador of the country, they believed the best way they could give back to their community is to give younger ones opportunities.
This edition has the support of the His Excellency the Executive Governor of Ogun State Dapo Abiodun who named Amusan Ogun State Youth Ambassador after she broke the 100m hurdles record at the 2022 World Championships in Eugene.
Amusan who also won the gold medal in the event is the first and only Nigerian to win a gold medal in the World Athletics Championships since the inaugural edition in 1983.
It is in recognition of her contributions to the growth of athletics from the grassroots and also her achievements that earned Amusan the ambassadorial role.
Unlike the inaugural edition which was limited to Ijebu-Ode, this second edition has the blessing of the Ogun State Government, so it will cover all the schools from across the state.
Apart from certificates and medals winner of this edition will also go home with spike shoes, canvas, and other items, aside from the prizes that will be awarded to winning schools.
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FCT FA Announces Composition of Standing Committees to Strengthen Football Development
The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) is pleased to announce the composition of its first Six standing committees as part of our commitment to fostering football development, governance, and innovation across the region.
These committees will serve as the backbone of our strategic operations, ensuring effective management and sustainable growth of football in the FCT.
In a statement signed on Sunday by the FA Chairman Adam Mouktar Mohammed to use their wealth of experience to drive football development to the greater heights
“As we inaugurate these standing committees, we reaffirm our dedication to making football in the FCT a model for other regions. Each committee has been carefully composed to include individuals with the expertise, passion, and commitment needed to drive football development to greater heights. We look forward to the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders in achieving our goals.”
The newly constituted committees are as follows:
1. Technical and Development Committee
Chairman: Bassey Patrick
Mandate: To oversee the development of football talent, coaching programs, and grassroots initiatives, while ensuring the implementation of global best practices in technical advancements.
2. Competitions and Events Committee
Chairman: Hon Salihu Kolo
Mandate: To plan, organize, and manage all competitions and events under the FCT FA, ensuring they meet national and international standards.
3. Finance and Sponsorship Committee
Chairman: Hon Dr John Gabaya
Mandate: To develop financial strategies, secure sponsorships, and oversee the financial health of the association to ensure transparency and accountability.
4. Media and Public Relations Committee
Chairman: Uche Nwudoh
Mandate: To enhance the association’s visibility through strategic communication, public engagement, and digital media outreach, while building a positive image for football in the FCT.
5. Ethics and Disciplinary Committee
Chairman:
1) Hashimu O Adams.
2) Barr Jimmy Kadiri (Secretary)
3) Musa Yusuf Abaji
4) Hulda Nkwocha
5) Mansur Abdullahi
Mandate: To uphold the highest standards of integrity and fairness in FCT football by addressing disciplinary matters, ensuring compliance with rules, and promoting ethical conduct among all stakeholders.
6) Women Committee
1) Pat Ajuma (Chair Woman)
2) Maryam Muhammed
3) Adanna Nwaneri
4) Joyce Jegede
5) Bukar Mohammed
6) Hajia Bilkis
Future Appointments: The FCT FA is committed to inclusivity and will continue to announce additional committees in the coming weeks to address other critical areas of our operations, including Area Councils, Strategic Development & Partnerships, Youth football, referees’ development, and player welfare, Facilities, Media & PR, Appeals. These appointments will align with our vision to create a vibrant and competitive football ecosystem in the FCT.
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