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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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Lawal Delivers Another Brilliant Performance in Europe
After displaying great form for Istra 1961against Vukovar in the score draw encounter in the elite league few days ago in Croatia, Salim Fago Lawal has continued to enjoy rave of the moment status in the Eastern European nation.
On Wednesday, Lawal was on the scores sheet for Istra in the 75th minute against Kurilovec, but it was only for consolation, as Istra crashed out of Croatian cup in round 16.
It was a masterpiece display from the former Flying Eagles striker, whose work rate has shown great development after joining Istra from modest Nigerian clubside in 2023.
He has scored three goals and two assists, totally five – goal contribution as a striker so far this season.
Interestingly, two other Flying Eagles players, Israel Ayuma and Charles Agada, who are also former players of Mavlon FC, featured in the game and they gave good account of themselves.
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