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Why we Are Championing Opportunities for Nigerian Youth in Football-DeliFresh Group
Joel Ajayi
The Chairman of DeliFresh Group of Companies and President of DeliFresh/Dunamis Football Club, Mr. Peter Monday, has reaffirmed his commitment to nurturing young football talents in Nigeria, with a vision to see them excel both in the sport and in life.
Mr. Monday made this known during the grand finale of the maiden Kingdom Unity Games Abuja (KUGA 2025), held at the Moshood Abiola Stadium on Saturday, where his club, DeliFresh/Dunamis FC, defeated ECWA Wumba 1–0 to lift the championship trophy.
Reflecting on the journey, he explained that football has always been a passion deeply rooted in his family. Though he stopped playing at age 39, his love for the game never waned.
“But over the years, there has been a lack of real support for football in Nigeria. Few structures, few laws guiding it, and limited opportunities especially when compared to what we see in other regions. That’s why we decided to start something right here, from the ground up.”
That decision gave birth to DeliFresh/Dunamis Football Club and several community-based football initiatives. The vision began with identifying raw talents from the streets of Abuja boys training anywhere they could find space, from Airport Road to neighbourhood pitches. These talents were brought together, nurtured, and given platforms to shine.
According to him, DeliFresh has successfully hosted tournaments along Airport Road, reaching multiple finals and even coming close to winning a major FCT championship before losing narrowly on penalties. “It showed us one thing football truly lives in the hearts of our youth,” he said.
Currently, DeliFresh is running two major competitions: The Community Chiefs’ Cup – fostering unity across neighbourhoods. The Staff Memorial Tournament – honouring the memory of a late colleague while promoting teamwork and resilience.
“These events are about more than just football,” “They represent unity, exposure, and identity. They’re putting our community on the map and giving young people something positive to believe in.” Mr. Monday emphasized.
Looking ahead, he said the DeliFresh Group remains focused on building sustainable structures for Nigerian football. “We’re taking it one day at a time, creating opportunities and opening doors. Our plans are big, and very soon, the impact will be even greater. This is only the beginning.”
Sports
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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