Sports
Unibadan VC Commends Ex-Footballers On Their Réunion
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan Professor Kayode Adebowale has commended the Ex-University of Ibadan Footballers Association for always remembering the Premier University.
The Don made the statement when the Executives and Board of Trustee members of the Association visited him in his office, as part of the activities to mark the annual Reunion program of the Association which is in its 9th edition.
The VC who personally received the Team along some principal officers of the school , was delighted and expressed his Joy at receiving the team and was deeply grateful for the contributions of the Association to their Alma mater.
He specifically, appealed to the Association to assist the University , by bringing financial, structural development in Sports facilities and global connections to the institution.
In addition, the VC, acknowledged the past support from the Ex-University of Ibadan Footballers Association (EXUIFA) and looked forward to them linking with the Alumni Directorate for diaspora integration.
The VC was gifted with Customized Jersey and the Golden Trophy by the Association.
The Réunion was rounded up with a football match among the members and dinner later in the evening.
The Association presented customized jerseys and balls to the University team preparing for WAUG and NUGA games. The gifts were received by the University’s Director of Sports, Mr Kehinde Enyiomo,
The President of the Association Edwin Evbie was full of appreciation to all members for making the program a success, while promising a better outing in 2024.
Sports
Football Fever Hits Abuja as Montage FM 99.7 Launches Maiden Community Tournament November 18
Joel Ajayi
In its determination to foster unity among communities across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), identify and promote raw football talent, encourage physical fitness and discipline, and tackle youth restiveness, Montage FM 99.7 Abuja has unveiled plans for the Maiden Edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament.
The highly anticipated grassroots competition, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is set to kick off on November 18, 2025, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The tournament will feature 24 teams, with four teams representing each Area Council, competing for a cash prize of over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
However, grand finale scheduled for December 7, 2025, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, where the top four teams will battle for first, second, and third place honors.
Speaking during a press briefing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the Cordinator of the Tournament Mr. Raphael Ekpang, described the tournament as a significant initiative aimed at using sports as a tool for unity, youth engagement, and talent discovery across the FCT.
According to him, I am honored to stand before you today to announce the upcoming Montage FCT Community Football Tournament a dynamic grassroots inter-community football competition that promises to unite communities and discover hidden talent across the six Area Councils in the FCT,” Ekpang said.
“This tournament is more than just football; it is a celebration of community spirit and youth empowerment. Our long-term goal is to expand beyond football to include other sports like basketball and athletics in future editions.”
Ekpang further noted that registration and awareness campaigns are currently underway across the six Area Councils, urging interested teams and individuals to participate.
“We are grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners who share our vision of promoting sports development and community engagement within the FCT. We also call on other organizations and individuals to join this noble cause,” he added.
The organizers emphasized that the Montage Community Football Tournament aligns with Montage FM 99.7’s mission to promote peace, unity, and positive engagement among youths while strengthening its brand presence as a youth-driven, community-focused platform.
They encouraged the public to follow updates and live coverage of the tournament through Montage FM 99.7 Abuja and its social media platforms
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