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FCT FA Rallies Behind Neurospark FC Following Historic NNL Promotion
Cyril Ogar
The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Neurospark FC as the club begins its Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign following its historic promotion from the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO).
The newly promoted side paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the FCT FA, Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed, and members of the Association’s board. The delegation was received on behalf of the Chairman by the FCT FA Secretary, Coach Usman Ilerika.
In a press statement issued on Saturday by theHead, Media Committee Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) Uche Nwudoh Hillary stated that, Coach Ilerika congratulated Neurospark FC for securing the North Central promotion ticket at the recently concluded NLO Promotion Playoffs in Lafia, Nasarawa State.
“On behalf of the Chairman and the Board of the FCT Football Association, I congratulate Neurospark FC on this remarkable achievement. You have made the Federal Capital Territory proud by earning promotion from the NLO, and we are confident you have what it takes to continue this impressive journey,” Ilerika said.
He urged the club to prepare adequately for the challenges of the Nigeria National League, describing the NNL as one of the country’s most competitive football competitions.
“The NNL is one of the toughest football leagues in Nigeria. Success at this level will require thorough preparation, discipline, commitment and unity of purpose. The management, technical crew and players must remain focused and work together because you are now representing not only your club but the entire Federal Capital Territory,” he added.
Coach Ilerika assured Neurospark FC of the FCT FA’s unwavering support as the club pursues its ambition of securing promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
“The FCT FA will continue to provide the enabling environment and necessary support for your aspirations. We encourage you to remain disciplined, dedicated and committed as you strive to earn promotion to the NPFL,” he stated.
He also commended the club’s management, coaching staff and players for bringing pride and honour to the FCT through their outstanding performance, expressing confidence that the team would achieve even greater success in the seasons ahead.
Neurospark FC secured promotion to the Nigeria National League after an impressive performance at the NLO Promotion Playoffs in Lafia, winning two of their three matches to emerge as one of the promoted teams from the North Central zone.
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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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