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Ex NFF Scribe, Fanny Amun Drums Support For Shehu Dikko’s NSC’s Leadership
Joel Ajayi
The Former Secretary General of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Fanny Amun has called on the sports stakeholders in the country to give the needed support the administration of Shehu Dikko National Sports Commission’s leadership, saying that doing so would benefit the sports sector immensely.
The renowned figure in Nigerian football, Amun made this appeal on Wednesday in Abuja in a press conference where he expressed that all sports sector in the country need right now is the unity and commitment of all stakeholders.
According to him, NSC of Nigeria is undergoing a transformative phase with the appointment of Malam Shehu Dikko as Chairman.
He said that this new development aims to rebuild and formulate policies for better regulation and oversight, ensuring a productive and result-oriented structure from the central to local levels.
“The sports community has faced long-standing crises, often fueled by self-interest and power struggles.
“However, with Dikko’s leadership, there’s hope for a fresh start. His appointment is seen as a bold step by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and many acknowledge Dikko as one of the best hands for the job.
“ I want to encourage warring factions to resolve differences and work towards peace in other to foster an environment conducive to sports growth in Nigeria,” he said.
Amun said that this diversification is crucial for Nigeria, as the country has a vast potential for sports development, which can contribute significantly to the economy.
“Diversification can bring numerous benefits to Nigerian sports, including: Increased Investment by exploring new revenue streams,Nigerian sports can attract more investors and sponsors.
“This development aims to rebuild and formulate policies for better regulation and oversight, ensuring a productive and result-oriented structure from the central to local levels.
“I have already diversified, it’s essential for stakeholders to follow suit to adapt and diversify to propel Nigerian sports to move forward,” he said.
He also urged the media to play an intermediary role, promoting peace and encouraging stakeholders to work together.
“By doing so, Nigeria’s sports sector can move forward, benefiting from the expertise and vision of leaders like Dikko,” he said.
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Tangerine APT Pension Crowned New Kings of PFA Games 2025
Joel Ajayi
Joel Ajayi Tangerine APT Pension stormed the 2025 Pension Fund Administrators Games and snatched the crown with a commanding 66 points—ending FCMB’s reign and announcing themselves as the new champions of corporate sporting excellence.
From the first whistle to the final scoreboard, Tangerine APT played like an organisation possessed. They dominated volleyball and snooker, showcased brilliant tactical depth to finish second in chess behind Norrenberger, secured second place in team bonding behind Premium Pension, and held their own across the board—fourth in football, sixth in table tennis, fifth in scrabble, and eighth in e-sports, press conference, discipline and grooming. Every point mattered, and Tangerine APT grabbed them with fire.
Defending champions FCMB, despite flashes of brilliance, simply could not summon last year’s magic.
They finished second overall with 63 points—just three points behind the new champions. FCMB were first in scrabble, second in football, third in table tennis and e-sports, fourth in snooker and team bonding, and fifth in volleyball, chess, and press conference/discipline/grooming. A brave defence, but not enough to stop the Tangerine wave.
Rounding off the podium is NPF Pension, finishing third with 57 points after a spirited campaign. They claimed gold in football, second in table tennis and e-sports, third in volleyball, fourth in scrabble, sixth in press conference/discipline/fanfare/most coordinated, seventh in chess, and eighth in snooker and team bonding.
The rest of the table saw fierce competition:4th – Norrenberger Pension: 52 points, 5th – Premium Pension: 47 points, 6th – NNPC Pension: 45 points, 7th – Access Arm: 41 points
In Others position 8th – Trustfund Pension: 29 points 9th – PENCOM: 28 points and 10th – NUPEMCO: 25 points.
With the dust settled and the cheers still echoing, one truth stands tall:Tangerine APT Pension has ushered in a new era—bold, dominant, and unforgettable.
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