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Osimhen, Kanu, Drogba, Eboue Lead All-Star Lineup for Inaugural Charity Champions Cup
The Attom Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to providing eye care to people in need, is set to kick off the inaugural Charity Champions Cup at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on June 15, 2024.
The Charity Champions Cup aims to raise funds and awareness to support eye care treatment for at least 10,000 Nigerians, particularly the elderly, affected by vision problems such as refractive errors, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma.
The founder of Attom Foundation, Yahaya Attom, expressed his excitement about the upcoming event, which will feature a lineup of football legends and notable Nigerian celebrities. Among the celebrities set to participate in the charity game are Funnybone and Crazeclown, renowned comedians known for their philanthropic efforts.
“This is a thrilling project for us,” said Yahaya Attom. “We’re grateful for the support we’ve received so far. There’s still work to be done, but we’re confident we’ll achieve our goal of providing eye care to those in need.”
The Charity Champions Cup will showcase a star-studded lineup of football legends, including current African Footballer of the Year Victor Osimhen, former African Footballer of the Year winners El Hadji Diouf and Didier Drogba, as well as Nigerian football icons Kanu Nwankwo, Austin Okocha, Vincent Enyeama, amongst others
In addition to raising funds for eye care treatment, the Charity Champions Cup aims to promote unity and social impact through the power of football. Stanley Chibuna, popularly known as Funny Bone, emphasized the importance of using football as a driving force for social change, highlighting its ability to unite Nigerians from all walks of life.
The exhibition match will also feature current Super Eagles stars Wilfred Ndidi, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Kenneth Omeruo, alongside Super Falcons duo Asisat Oshoala and Michelle Alozie, further amplifying the event’s impact and reach.
The Attom Foundation invites the public to join them in supporting this noble cause and making a meaningful difference in the lives of Nigerians in need of eye care treatment.
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NPFL Strikes ₦2.14 Billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Deal to Drive Modernization and Expand Visibility
By Joel Ajayi
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has sealed a landmark ₦2.14 billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Agreement designed to modernize league operations, enhance transparency, and elevate the league’s global profile.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Wednesday at the Continental Hotel in Abuja, with NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, leading the league’s delegation.
The agreement formalizes strategic partnerships with Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited, AS Production Hub Limited (ASPH), and Roundup Technologies Limited.
Under the terms of the deal, Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited will serve as a principal partner over a five-year period, investing a total of ₦2 billion, including an ₦800 million upfront payment to the NPFL.
In addition, Roundup Technologies Limited has entered into a ₦140 million agreement, bringing the combined value of both deals to ₦2.14 billion over five years.
The partnership covers exclusive broadcast, data management, and commercialization rights, all aimed at transforming the NPFL’s digital infrastructure and operational efficiency.
Through this collaboration, the league’s technology partners will deploy cutting-edge systems for data collection, analytics, and digital operations. These innovations are expected to enhance match reporting, performance tracking, player statistics, and club management, while improving fan engagement and ensuring greater transparency across all league activities.
While speaking, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye hailed the agreement as “a major milestone in the NPFL’s mission to modernize its operations and position Nigerian football among the best-managed leagues globally.”
Details soon………
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