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Ikon Allah Academy Set For Scouting Program to Unearth Nigeria’s Next Football Stars

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2 years ago

April 3, 2024

One of Nigeria’s premier football academies renowned for nurturing talent, Ikon Allah is set to kickstart yet another scouting program. Designed to unearth and propel promising footballers onto the global stage, the initiative aims to continue the legacy of discovering Nigeria’s football gems and facilitating their transition to international leagues.

Scheduled to commence on Thursday, the scouting program underscores Ikon Allah Academy’s commitment to fostering talent development within Nigeria’s vibrant football landscape. With a rich history of guiding players to achieve remarkable success, including notable names such as Gideon Goodwill and Friday Adams who have thrived in European football, the academy remains steadfast in its mission to shape the future of Nigerian football.

Ayi Muhammed, the visionary behind Ikon Allah Academy’s success, reiterated the significance of this scouting program in providing a platform for talented players to showcase their skills and talents. His keen eye for talent has propelled numerous individuals towards lucrative opportunities abroad, and he is once again extending an invitation to aspiring footballers to seize this golden opportunity.

The upcoming scouting program has attracted scouts from prominent footballing nations such as Sweden, Spain, Israel, Romania, Belgium, and Italy. Their presence underscores the international appeal and recognition of Ikon Allah Academy as a hub for discovering exceptional talent.

Participating teams in this edition include CKD Academy and Mailantarki Care FC, further enhancing the competitive landscape and ensuring that the scouting program serves as a rigorous test for aspiring footballers.

The scouting program will commence on the 4th of April, 2024, marking the beginning of an exciting journey for talented players eager to make their mark on the global stage.

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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7 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.

Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.

The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.

As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.

The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.

The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.

With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.

Africa is coming to Abuja.

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