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Commonwealth; African Champions, Jamilu Mohammed, Others Storm Anyanacho’s Camp ahead of African Tourney
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The 2014 Commonwealth Gold Medalist, Jamilu Mohammed, has landed the Anyanacho Olympic Training Camp, to assist the preparations of Tokyo 2020 bound Elizabeth Anyanacho in her preparations for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
In the final weeks to the Tokyo Olympics, the Chika Chukwumerije led-technical crew has resorted to the local solution of inviting established national champions and coaching personnel to bolster the preparations of Elizabeth, who is the first Nigerian female in 16 years to qualify for the Olympics in Taekwondo.
Jamilu, who was also a Gold Medalist at the 2013 All African Games and Silver Medalist at the 2017 edition, landed from Kano state alongside Edo 2021 Silver Medalist Mohammed Lawan who will be an added sparring partner for Elizabeth during the five-day training camp.
Also expected to arrive later today to support the Olympic training camp are current African Champion, Chinazum Nwosu and Alhaji Sani Lawal, who was a three-time University Champion and two-time national champion.
Three weeks ago, African Champion, Uzoamaka Otuadinma, lead the quintet of African bronze medalist Juliet Dennis and national champions Helen Okoko, Judith Usifoh, Peter Itiku, and Ifeoluwa Ajayi for a special Olympic fight camp.
The arrival of the current set of veteran champions will be an added boost to the Anyanacho camp ahead of the African Taekwondo Championships, set to hold on 5th and 6th June 2021 in Dakar, Senegal.
The World Taekwondo G-4 ranked continental tourney will see Elizabeth Anyanacho battle in the female -67kg category with the continent’s other representatives at the Tokyo Olympics, former world champion Ruth Gbagbi of Cote D’Ivoire and current African champion, Hedaya Malak of Egypt, both of whom won bronze medals at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
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Mobolaji Johnson Arena Buzzes with Excitement as N-Youth League Super 8 Tips Off
…N40million for Grabs
By Joel Ajayi
The historic Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos is set to witness top-tier youth football action as the Nigeria Youth League Cup (NYLC) Super 8 Tournament kicks off on Monday, June 23, 2025.
The highly anticipated competition will open with a thrilling fixture between Enyimba FC U-19 of Aba and Kwara United U-19, followed by a clash between Plateau United U-19 and Kano Pillars U-19 in the second match of Day 1.
Other teams vying for glory in the Super 8 are Mailantarki FC of Abuja, Sunshine Stars FC of Akure, Atlantic Business FC of Lagos, and Shuffle Select FC, also of Lagos.
This prestigious youth tournament boasts a total prize pool of ₦40 million. The champion will walk away with ₦10 million, the runner-up will earn ₦8 million, while the remaining teams will also receive financial rewards based on their final standings.
The NYLC, which began its inaugural season in April 2024, featured 23 teams split across two regional conferences. From the Northern Conference, Plateau United, Kano Pillars, Kwara United, and Mailantarki FC secured their spots in the Super 8, while Enyimba, Sunshine Stars, Atlantic Business, and Shuffle Select qualified from the Southern Conference.
During a press conference and draw ceremony ahead of the competition on Tuesday in Abuja NYLC President Robinson Adakosa announced that the Super 8 will adopt a round-robin format, featuring four matches daily at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
Adakosa praised the dedication of all involved, noting that despite the challenges encountered during the season, the league has succeeded in identifying and nurturing exceptional young talents.
“This season has not only revealed outstanding players but has also drawn the attention of European scouts,” he stated, adding that the league remains committed to creating pathways for youth development in football.
He expressed gratitude to the participating clubs, board members, and stakeholders, including the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), for their unwavering support.
Adakosa also confirmed that all logistics for the tournament have been fully arranged to ensure a smooth and memorable experience for players and fans alike, with matches scheduled from June 23 to June 30.
In a major boost to the tournament’s profile, Adakosa revealed that FC Barcelona’s Head of Recruitment, Villa Gorriz, will be attending, alongside scouts from the United Kingdom and the Netherlands—underscoring the growing international interest in Nigeria’s grassroots football talent.
With excitement building, the NYLC Super 8 promises a week of explosive action, skillful displays, and future stars in the making.
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