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Ex Sports Minister Dare Offers Condolences to Babangida Family After Tragic Accident
Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Chief Sunday Dare, has extended his heartfelt condolences to Tijanni Babangida and his family following the tragic accident that claimed the life of his brother, Ibrahim Babangida. Ibrahim, a former member of the Atlanta 1996 Olympic team and the President of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN), was involved in a fatal accident alongside his family members.
It was disclosed that the accident occurred on Thursday while Babangida was traveling with his younger brother, his wife, his son, and their maid.
Chief Sunday Dare expressed deep sorrow upon learning of the unfortunate incident, emphasizing the profound impact of Ibrahim Babangida’s untimely passing on the Nigerian sports community. He acknowledged Babangida’s significant contributions to Nigerian football and his instrumental role in advancing the interests of professional footballers in the country.
“The news of Ibrahim Babangida’s passing is truly heartbreaking, and my thoughts and prayers are with Tijanni Babangida and his family during this difficult time,” remarked Chief Sunday Dare. “Ibrahim’s legacy as a respected athlete and advocate for Nigerian football will endure, and he will be sorely missed by all who knew him.”
The Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN) also expressed its deepest sympathies to the Babangida family, highlighting Ibrahim’s dedication to the welfare and rights of footballers in Nigeria. The association pledged its full support to the family in coping with their loss and offered assistance during this challenging period.
As investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident continue, Chief Sunday Dare urged for utmost diligence and thoroughness to ascertain the cause and prevent similar tragedies in the future. He emphasized the importance of road safety measures and advocated for increased awareness and enforcement to protect lives on Nigerian roads.
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Super Eagles Can Secure Six Points Against Benin Republic and Rwanda – Barrister Alli
Barrister Rotimi Alli, Chairman of the Ibadan Football Council, has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ ability to secure the maximum six points in their upcoming AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.
Speaking at the September edition of the Ex-University of Ibadan Footballers Association virtual interactive session, “Guest of the Month,” Barrister Alli, popularly known as Libero, emphasized that the team’s success depends on the players’ determination and willpower.
“It’s not about the coaches; it’s all about the boys,” he stated. “With only two or three days of preparation, there’s little the coaches can do. It’s the players’ mindset that will determine the outcome. They must decide among themselves that they want to win.”
Barrister Alli believes that the caliber of players in the Super Eagles squad is more than capable of achieving success. “Considering the quality of players we have, there’s nothing stopping us from qualifying for the Nations Cup and the World Cup,” he added.
The Super Eagles will face Benin Republic and Rwanda in crucial AFCON qualifiers this weekend, and Barrister Alli’s optimism is a testament to the team’s potential. With the right mindset and determination, the Super Eagles can secure the maximum points and take a significant step towards qualifying for the major tournaments.
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