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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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Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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