Sports
Again! Sunday Dare Gives Back to Society, as Black Scorpion FC Gets Unveiling Date
Renowned for his dedication to national development and progress of his homeland, one of Nigeria’s most illustrious sons, Chief Sunday Dare has initiated yet another significant endeavor with the establishment of Black Scorpion Football Club, which is set for unveiling on Tuesday, April 2nd.
Black Scorpion FC, a brainchild of the former Minister of Youth and Sports Development will be based in Ogbomoso, Oyo state as it is poised to make its debut in the NLO 1 division of the Nigerian Football league system. The official unveiling ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, April 2nd in Ogbomoso and will be graced by the esteemed presence of the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, serving as the special guest of honor. Additionally, the event will witness the attendance of distinguished ex-Nigerian internationals including Mutiu Adepoju, Seyi Olofinjana, Dimeji Lawal, among others.
Chief Dare has consistently exhibited profound dedication to the development of Nigeria and the welfare of his people. Among his notable contributions are the facilitation of the refurbishment of Basketball ball court at LAUTEH, renovation of pavilion at soun Stadium, that is roofing of Soun stadium. spearheading a 1.3 billion naira Ecological and Erosion Control Project, and facilitating the disbursement of interest-free loans under the Micro Enterprise Enhancement Scheme (MEES) to over 300 women across the 33 local government areas of Oyo State.
Furthermore, Chief Dare has sponsored the training of 40 coaches abroad, donated a 30-room ensuite hostel to Ayede Polytechnic, and provided 150,000 naira in cash relief to widows, the elderly, and women of the Ogbomoso Omolaso Society. Additionally, he has facilitated the provision of equipment to Okelerin Primary Hospital in Ogbomoso.
Dare facilitated free food relief packages across all zones in Oyo State, as well as aiding over 1650 youths undertake trade and skills acquisition programmes. These are only but a few programs and donations which he has undertaken to aid growth and development in the land. He went further to donate 17 seater bus fo federal Polytechnic Ayede, built and donated Ogbomoso sports arena and youth centre, Ikoyi Ile Multi Sports stadium project of close to half a billion naira has since commenced in ogbomoso. Just a few to mention.
The establishment of Black Scorpion FC serves as another chapter in Chief Sunday Dare’s undying commitment to uplifting communities and engendering development in Nigeria.
Sports
Speaker House Reps, Abbas, Others Thumbs NFF President Over NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and New Training Pitches
…Says It Will Boost Nigeria’s Economy
By Joel Ajayi
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has commended the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, for initiating the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and new training pitches, describing it as a transformational project that will boost Nigeria’s economy.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, Speaker Abbas praised the initiative and pledged the National Assembly’s full support.
“This is a noble project, and the National Assembly will give it full support. I congratulate the National Sports Commission and the Nigeria Football Federation, and I thank FIFA for agreeing to fund this project,” he stated while cutting the ceremonial tape.
He also assured the House of Representatives’ support for the visionary leadership of Engineer Ibrahim Musa Gusau and the NFF in other key areas where assistance is required.
Leading the FIFA delegation, Gelson Fernandes (Deputy Chief Member Associations Officer/Regional Director, Africa) reiterated FIFA’s commitment to funding the project, emphasizing that infrastructure development has been a priority since the tenure of President Gianni Infantino began.
Expressing his excitement, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau stated that the hostel and training pitches will serve all Nigerian national teams, leagues, and academies.
“Indeed, my joy knows no bounds. From the day my Executive Committee and I were sworn into office in Benin City on Friday, 30th September 2022, I was determined to push this project forward as a legacy for Nigerian football.
“For sustained success, we must provide a conducive environment, infrastructure, equipment, and support systems that enable players and officials to perform at their best.
“Building a players’ hostel and having new training pitches will not only enhance team management but also reduce costs, allowing us to invest more in grassroots development programs.”
Several dignitaries present at the event applauded Gusau’s leadership, determination, and commitment to football development in Nigeria.
The event was well attended by local and international stakeholders, including sports enthusiasts, who witnessed the groundbreaking ceremony of the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and Training Pitches.
In addition to the hostel, the project includes:Two new training pitches (one synthetic and one natural grass). Reconstruction of the existing synthetic pitch.
Also, Spectators’ sitting terraces with 1,838 seats.Two dressing rooms for players, each accommodating 27 players.Two dressing rooms for officials.
The construction is expected to last 24 months and is fully funded by FIFA under its FIFA Forward 3.0 programme.
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