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Nurudeen Academy Unveils State-of-the-Art Talent Camp in Mararaba
…Aims to Nurture and Develop Young Footballers
By Tolulope Oguntimehin
One of Nigeria’s leading football development institutions, Nurudeen Football Academy, has launched a state-of-the-art residential camp in Mararaba, Nasarawa State — a strategic location near the Abuja-Nasarawa border.
The newly unveiled facility is designed to support talented young footballers, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds or living outside Abuja and Nasarawa, who previously faced accommodation challenges while training at the academy.
Speaking at the launch, President of Nurudeen Football Academy, Mahmud Musa, shared the inspiration behind the initiative:
“Football has always been a passion of mine. I played when I was younger, and I’ve always dreamed of creating a platform where young, aspiring players can thrive. This academy is more than just a training ground — it’s a hub for nurturing talent while recognizing the business side of football. That’s why we’ve invited top professionals in the industry to assess and help enhance what we’ve built.”
“We’re not stopping here. We also encourage our players to learn a vocation alongside football, giving them something sustainable to fall back on beyond their playing days.”
Chairman of the academy, Engr. Adamu Salihu Rabo, emphasized the significance of the new camp in attracting more youth to the academy:
“This facility opens the door to many more players, especially those previously held back due to accommodation barriers. Now, they can live and train here under the guidance of some of the best coaches in the country.”
Also present at the event was the Secretary of the Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA), Usman Ilerika, who lauded the academy’s investment in youth development:
“This is a truly commendable project. Nurudeen Academy is not just building footballers — they’re transforming lives. By providing a safe space for kids to live and train, they’re helping steer youth away from social vices while giving them a platform to shine.”
“Mararaba has long been a breeding ground for raw football talent, with many players in the FCT leagues emerging from these suburbs. This camp, which has been affiliated with the FCT FA for over five years, provides an even stronger platform to nurture and harness that potential. We at the FCT FA are proud to be associated with such a meaningful initiative.”
The Nurudeen Academy Talent Camp is set to become a beacon of hope for aspiring footballers across the region, combining technical training with life skills development to empower the next generation of stars.
Among the dignitaries who graced the occasion were the Patron of the Academy, the Emir of Karshi; Chairman of FCT Coaches Association, Bartholomew David; former Nasarawa United coach, Bala Nikyu; and several other notable guests.
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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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