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NFF Focuses on Revamping Domestic League, Emphasizes Referee Development
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has outlined bold measures undertaken by his administration to improve the country’s domestic league, with a particular focus on referee development.
Speaking on the federation’s achievements so far on the league, Gusau said, “We tried to come up with a policy to ensure we improve our domestic league. It took us time to address barriers that previously hindered proper organization.”
One of the key reforms has been addressing long-standing grievances among match officials, including delayed payments and inadequate training. Gusau emphasized the crucial role referees play in ensuring the league’s credibility and fairness, stating, “No matter how good your teams are, if the referees are not prepared to do the right thing, you end up frustrated.”
To address this, the NFF has introduced training programs and brought in fresh talent, with 12 referees under the age of 20 now officiating in the Premier League. Gusau praised their performance, noting that no complaints have been received about the young referees, adding, “We must encourage our young people because that’s the only way to solve the issues Nigerians are complaining about.”
The NFF is also determined to improve Nigeria’s representation at international tournaments. Gusau expressed disappointment that only one Nigerian referee made the list for the upcoming CHAN attributing it to a lack of preparation. However, he is optimistic that the introduction of talented young referees into the league will elevate Nigeria’s presence in global football officiating in the coming years.
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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
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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