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Noma Memorial Under 17 Football Tournament Ends in Bauchi
The Noma Memorial Under 17 Football Tournament, sponsored by Justice Hamidu Kunaza, has come to a close in Bauchi, with the Bauchi Under 17 team emerging as champions. They secured their victory by defeating 3SC of Bauchi Under 17 team with a lone goal in the final match, held at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi.
The winners took home a giant trophy and cash rewards, while the runners-up and third-place teams also received cash prizes. The Chairman of the Bauchi State Football Association, Mr. Pascal Patrick, praised Justice Hamidu Kunaza for his contributions to grassroots football development and encouraged others to follow his example.
Justice Hamidu Kunaza noted that the tournament, which will become an annual event, was organized in memory of his grandfather. The competition aimed to provide young players with a platform to showcase their talents. Kunaza also commended Mr. Pascal Patrick for his efforts in transforming football in Bauchi State. The tournament discovered talented young players, who will soon participate in scouting programs. A total of 42 youth football clubs from Bauchi metropolis took part in the competition.
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Game Changer: ₦40 Billion Infusion Set to Revolutionize Nigerian Football
Joel Ajayi
Nigerian football is on the cusp of a major transformation, thanks to a groundbreaking ₦40 billion investment from Toptier Sports Management.
The 10-year strategic investment is set to supercharge the Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) and the Nigeria National League (NNL), marking a seismic shift in the country’s domestic football landscape.
“This is a long-term investment in structure, people, and possibilities,” said Chichi Nwoko, Founder of Toptier Sports Management.
“If Nigerian football is going to truly compete, it must be built deliberately, funded properly, and managed professionally. That is what this ₦40 billion commitment represents.”
Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director General, National Sports Commission (NSC) said “this ₦40 billion commitment is a clear vote of confidence in the reforms taking place across Nigerian sports. At the Commission, we are intentional about creating an environment where credible private investors can partner with government to build sustainable leagues, protect athlete welfare, and grow the sports economy.”
Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, President, Nigeria Football Federation stated that “the NFF welcomes this collaboration because it strengthens our domestic football ecosystem, improving player welfare, enhancing club operations, and creating clear development pathways, particularly for women and emerging talents. This is how we build a future-ready Nigerian football system.”
The massive investment will drive league commercialization, club development, player welfare, and grassroots expansion, setting the stage for a brighter future for Nigerian football.
“We would like to sincerely thank the Director General of the National Sports Commission and the President of the Nigeria Football Federation for their leadership, support, and belief in a private-sector-led future for Nigerian sports,” Nwoko added.
League officials have hailed the deal as a turning point, shifting Nigerian football from short-term funding cycles to sustainable institution-building over the next decade.
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