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Asuquo Bags Goal Africa ‘All Time Sports Personality Of The Year’
Joel Ajayi
For his exceptional care for vulnerable Nigerian children and his contribution to the development of gymnastic games in the country, President of Tony International Gymnastics Club, Anthony Asuquo has been named Goal Africa All time Sports Personality of the Year.
The award was presented former member Gymnastics Federation board member in Abuja at Transcorp Hilton was to motivate him to continue to do more in the development of gymnastics in Abuja
The award is coming on the heels of his contribution to gymnastics in the Federal Capital Territory and Nigeria at large.
Speaking about the factor that made him standout among the series of nominations received by the organization, coordinator of Goal Africa, Flex Amah Dennis said the award is a recognition for all the hard work he has been putting in the development of gymnastics in Abuja and Nigeria at large
“This recognition did not come by chance because the organisation has been following all his activities in the development of gymnastics and among the series nominations we received his resume far overshadow all others, so, we had no choice than to give it to me”.
Anthony Asuquo who was really short of words on receiving the award appreciated Goal Africa for the recognition and deeming it fit to recognize him while dedicating it to kids around the world especially the less privileged ones and to his students and mothers at TIG who have stood by him through the years and persevere in face of challenges
“I don’t know what to say but I just want to dedicate this award to less privileged kids, my students and mothers who have remained committed to putting their kids in our care”.
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From Streets to Stardom: Unique Futbol Academy Scouting Program Inspires Ibadan’s Young Footballers
Ibadan is buzzing with excitement as the Unique Football Academy Scouting Program kicks off, bringing together top European football clubs and talented young Nigerian players.
The four-day program, which commenced on Monday, features a delegation of four directors from prominent European teams, including two from Kosovo and one from India, led by renowned football agent Diego Martins from Portugal.
The scouting program aims to identify and select outstanding players who will be given opportunities to showcase their skills in Europe.
Successful players will be offered the chance to take their careers to the next level, with the organizers assuring them of opportunities abroad.
According to the Director of the program and founder of Unique Football Academy, Mr. Jelil Oladimeji, this is not the first time the academy has organized such an event.
“This is the 4th edition, and we are proud of the progress and impact we have made so far in terms of exposing our raw talent to the European market,” he said.
The program has already proven successful, with several players from previous editions going on to excel in European leagues. Some notable examples include Haruna Saleh with PAOK in Greece and Praisegod Emersons in Slovakia.
As the program continues, clubs are gearing up to exhibit their talents, and the future looks bright for Nigeria’s young football stars.
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