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Mouktar Congratulates Gusau, Osimhen, Oshoala, Others On CAF Awards Exploit

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1 year ago

December 12, 2023

Joel Ajayi

The Chairman of the Football Association in the Federal Capital Territory Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed has congratulated NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau for this great achievement. Mouktar was elated by what the NFF President has done in just one year in office which is a testament to his capabilities, and good intentions to run football and take it to enviable heights in Africa.

In a statement Signed by the Media Adviser to the FCT FA Chairman Uche Nwudoh Hillary on Tuesday in Abuja extolled the exploits of Nigerians in the continent.

He said: ” I am particularly happy for Gusau for this great achievement, it’s not easy considering the enormous work he is saddled with. We can see under his administration the Super Falcon players have done well both individually and collectively.

“A 24-year wait for the prestigious Men’s Africa Footballer of the Year happened in his time, also sweeping up the Women’s category of Best Player and Goalkeeper is a testament of his abilities and good intentions to run football as the results are evident for all to see”.

He also congratulated Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala as well and Super Falcons Stopper Chiamaka Nnadozie for their remarkable achievements, securing the coveted titles of Men’s African Footballer of the Year and Women’s African Footballer of the Year as well as Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year respectively, at the prestigious 2023 CAF Awards ceremony held in Marrakech, Morocco.

Trio Nigerians was announced the winner at the Hotel Movenpick in a ceremony attended by top football officials and legends.

The Napoli forward beat the North African duo of Mohammed Salah (Egypt) and Achraf Hakimi (Morocco) to clinch the award.

While Asisat Oshoala won a record-extending sixth award as Player of the Year (Women), in a row.

Also, Chiamaka Nnadozie won the inaugural Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year Award, to solidify her position as the best goalkeeper in Africa.

In his congratulatory message, Alhaji Adam Mouktar said: “I am very happy, indeed this year has been hugely rewarding for Nigeria football and for our country as a whole. I congratulate Victor Osimhen, Assiat Oshoala and Chiamaka Nnadozie, and I congratulate the Super Falcons as a team for bringing us this honour.”

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Cricket: Nigeria To Host ICC U19 Men’s World Cup Qualifier

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22 hours ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria Cricket Federation , NCF, says it is ready to host five other nations for the International Cricket Council ,ICC, Under 19 Men’s World Cup African Qualifier.

The tournament is billed for Lagos, with the matches to be held at the cricket ovals in Tafawa Balewa Square ,TBS, and the University of Lagos ,UniLag, from March 26 to April 6.

Uyi Akpata, President of the Federation, said in a statement on Sunday, that the tournament is about celebrating the growth of the game on the continent.

“Nigeria is thrilled to welcome these talented young cricketers and their supporters to Lagos.
“Our nation is known for its warm hospitality and fascinating cricketing potential, and we are committed to making this qualifier a memorable experience for all.

“This tournament is not just about competition; it’s about celebrating the growth of cricket in Africa and inspiring the next generation of players”, Akpata noted.

However, Kenya, Uganda, Namibia, Tanzania and Sierra Leone will join Nigeria to jostle for the continent’s sole ticket to the 2026 ICC Under 19 Men’s World Cup.

Meanwhile, Nigeria will be hoping to secure the ticket, having achieved same feat in 2019 and competing at the World Cup in South Africa 2020

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