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Didi unveils Tinubu/Shettima national parasoccer unity cup in Abuja
Musibau Didi, Former President of Nigeria para soccer Federation ,
officially unveiled the President Bola Tinubu/Vice-President Kashim Shettima Renewed Hope National Parasoccer Unity Cup “ABUJA 2025” in Abuja.
The initiative is spearheaded by the Tinubu/Shettima People with Disabilities (PWDs) Votes Diggers, a group formed by members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) living with disabilities.
Didi stated that the official launch of the Unity Cup is scheduled for June 12.
He appealed for support and sponsorship from government agencies, corporate organisations, and individuals across the country.
“Our key plans for the game include nationwide broadcasting to showcase the talents of persons with disabilities and bring them into the spotlight,” he said.
Didi disclosed that parasoccer was first introduced in 1988 and had since spread across more than 30 states in Nigeria and at least five African countries.
“The game is not only a form of entertainment but also a tool for rehabilitation and empowerment of persons with disabilities,” he said.
He added that persons with disabilities were previously stereotyped as beggars on the streets, but that narrative is gradually changing.
“Today, people with disabilities are excelling in sports and politics. I am proud to be part of this movement aimed at breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes,” he said.
Notable personalities at the event included Former chairman commission on disability, James Lalu and Hon. Mohammed Isah, Senior special adviser on presidential disability who were present to show support for the initiative.
the unveiling featured an inaugural match between Team Governor’s Forum and Team Presidency, in honour of President Bola Tinubu and Vice- President Kashim Shettima.
Team Governor Forum emerged victorious in a thrilling penalty shootout, winning 6-5 against Team President after the match ended 2-2 in regular time.
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Governor’s Cup Final: NIS DG, Shaibu, Gusua, Others leads Support for tournament
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Institute of Sports, Comrade Philip Shaibu and the Nigeria Football Federation president, Ibrahim Gusua has thrown their weight behind the Governor Diri Douye governor’s cup tournament.
The dou were at the finals of Governor’s Cup final between Eternal Grace Ministry FC (EGM FC) and Advance Dreams FA at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Rt Hon Philip Shaibu, Director-General of the National Institute of Sports and immediate past Deputy Governor of Edo State, was in attendance, lending his support to the event.
The Governor’s Cup tournament, which commenced earlier in 2025, has been a thrilling competition, featuring top teams from across the state.
As the match gets concluded, both teams gave their all, Comrade Philip Shaibu watched the game closely his experience as a sports administrator informing his analysis of the game.
The crowd is fully engaged, cheering on their favorite team with enthusiasm. Philip Shaibu’s presence is adding to the excitement, and he is being warmly received by the Governor of Bayelsa State and other sports enthusiasts, including NFF president, Mallam Ibrahim Musa Gusau, former super Eagles Coach and Technical Director Samson Siasia and Austin Egueavon.
As the tournament ends, the DG , National Institute of Sports hope that othe Governors should emulate their Bayless state counterpart in developing grassroots sports through cach them young.
Speaking shortly after the the tournament, Shaibu said look forward into partnership with state governments in producing experience and qualified coaches in different sports field.
” Yes, an happy that am here to witness this final game, we are ready to partner with all State Governors and the FCT in our task ahead. We need to measure up globally in terms of our coaches Media care . “
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