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Akume, Dikko, Olopade, Gusau Lead Powerhouse Cast for Abuja Veterans Tourney Grand Finale, Saturday 30″
The stage is set, the drums are rolling, and the city of Abuja is bracing itself for a football carnival like no other, as the grand finale of the Abuja Veterans Invitational Tournament takes center stage on Saturday, August 30, 2025, inside the majestic MKO Abiola Stadium, Mainbowl.
From the corridors of power to the heart of Nigerian football, big names will converge — Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; Controller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi; Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko; his Director-General, Hon. Bukola Olopade; President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Gusau; NPFL Chairman, Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye; DG of the National Institute for Sports and former Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Philip Shaibu, and a host of other dignitaries who will turn the arena into a parade of prestige.
But beyond the glamour in the stands, the pitch will tell its own story.
It’s neighbor versus neighbor, Karu against Karu, in a derby dripping with history, pride, and destiny. Debutants, New Karu All Stars, the fairytale side that has defied the odds, now stand one match away from immortality. Yet in their path stand the seasoned warriors, Karu All Stars, determined to prove that legends never fade, they only grow stronger with time.
Will the new blood rise to seize the crown, or will the old guard remind us why experience remains the ultimate teacher?
Earlier, the third-place playoff will see Unity Sports Foundation lock horns with Apo Fitness Club in a battle for pride and podium finish.
And when the dust settles, the tournament will climax with glittering awards of honor — from Most Valuable Player to Best Goalkeeper, Coach of the Tournament, and the Golden Boot for the highest goal scorer.
On Saturday, Abuja won’t just host a match — it will host history. Only one Karu will rise, and the capital city will never forget.
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LEADERSHIP Newspaper’s Salifu Usman Receives SWAN Fellowship In Recognition Of Sports Development Efforts
Salifu Abubakar Usman, Group Sports Editor of LEADERSHIP Newspaper, has been honoured with the Fellow of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) award, in recognition of his exceptional support for the association, professional journalism, and his significant contributions to sports development in Nigeria.
The esteemed accolade was presented during SWAN’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration, held in Abuja, marking 60 years of excellence in sports journalism across the nation.
Upon receiving the award, Salifu expressed profound gratitude, describing the honour as a source of inspiration and renewed motivation to further his lifelong dedication to sports reporting, promotion, and growth.
“This award gives me hope and motivation to do more. It’s a source of inspiration for me and my family, and I believe it will encourage me further in sports reporting and sports development in Nigeria,” he stated.
Salifu highlighted that this recognition serves as a morale boost following decades of hard work and impactful contributions within Nigeria’s sports community and beyond.
The SWAN Diamond Jubilee Celebration attracted prominent figures from sports administration, the media, and government sectors to celebrate individuals and organisations whose efforts have significantly advanced sports development and journalism in Nigeria.
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