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Akor Adams Shines, Grabs Assist, As Montpellier Suffers Last Minute Defeat
Nigerian striker, Akor Adams has continued to impress the Ligue 1, adding another assist to his tally this season as Montpellier narrowly lost 2-1 to a last-minute goal against AS Monaco.
Despite the heart-wrenching defeat, Adams’ performance has been a bright spot for the team, with 3 goals and 2 assists in just 6 matches.
The 23-year-old forward has been in fine form, showcasing his ability to both score and create opportunities for his teammates.
His contributions have been crucial for Montpellier, who will be looking to turn their fortunes around in the coming games.
Although the loss was a setback, Adams’ consistent performances have not gone unnoticed.
Fans and pundits alike are praising the Super Eagles prospect for his all-around play and impact on the pitch.
As the season progresses, he will be key to Montpellier’s quest for better results.
Sports
Special Sports is an integral part of Mr President’s Renewed Hope Commitment to Nigerians-Olopade
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, says prioritising the plight of the Country’s Special Athletes is one of the integral commitments of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,GCFR, under the revamped Sports Commission.
The NSC DG stated this over the weekend when he attended the final of the first edition of the Elite Wheelchair Basketball Championship held at the National Stadium in Lagos.
The DG reiterated that every Sports will get its required attention from the National Sports Commission , stressing that the Mandate of Mr President is to ensure a sustainable Sports Economy is built by maximising the potential of every sport.
” I must state here that myself and the Chairman of the Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko are totally committed to ensuring that you guys in wheelchair basketball, like every other para- sports, feel the impact of the renewed hope agenda of Mr President .
” This is why events of this nature , as small as it may appear , will always be appreciated and supported by the Commission.
” I am also very happy with the kind of giant strides we are witnessing with Wheelchair basketball and it has continued to grow over the years from where it was when I was the President”, he said.
The DG further hailed the organisers of the event saying, ” this is a very good one from Musibau and his wife, both who are captains of the Nigerian team, now playing in France . So for them to come back home to put this together shows how much the Sport has continued to grow in the Country”.
The Elite Wheelchair Basketball tournament saw Ogun State emerging winners after beating Oyo State in a highly entertaining final. Lagos State clinched the third place position after beating Kwara state in the third place match.
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