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FCT FA Chairman Congratulates NSC DG, Felicitates with NFF President On WAFU B Election
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Capital Territory Football Association Chairman, Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed, has felicitated Chief Bukola Olawale Olopade on his appointment by President Bola Tinubu as the Director-General of the National Sports Commission, describing him as a round peg in a round hole.
Mouktar in a congratulatory message said Olopade, with his wealth of experience spanning decades in sports administration, would no doubt perform beyond expectations in the new role.
The FCT FA Boss, noted that Chief Olopade has carved a niche for himself in sports administration through unwavering dedication and tenacity, adding that the appointment represents a round peg in a round hole.
“I heartily congratulate you on your well-deserved appointment as the Director General of the National Sports Commission. This remarkable achievement is no doubt, a testament to your exceptional leadership prowess, unwavering dedication, and profound contributions to sports development in Nigeria.”
”Your passion and commitment towards achieving excellence in sports have earned you this prestigious role, and I am confident that under your leadership, the National Sports Commission will achieve unprecedented milestones. I celebrate this new chapter in your journey and wish you resounding success as you work to elevate Nigeria’s sports sector to greater enviable heights.”
Similarly, Alhaji Mouktar, is extending warm congratulations to the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, on his election as the 1st Vice President of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B.
“You have been crowned for your exceptional leadership. Your election is a clear testimony of your vision and dedication to grassroots and elite development of football over the years in Nigeria.’’
“This is a demonstration of your commitment and dedication to football development in Nigeria, the sub region,Africa and world at large. I am optimistic that you will bring to the fore your expertise that will bring maximum progress to the regional football body.”
Gusau’s electoral victory was announced following the WAFU B leadership election held in Niamey, Niger Republic, recently.
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From Streets to Stardom: Unique Futbol Academy Scouting Program Inspires Ibadan’s Young Footballers
Ibadan is buzzing with excitement as the Unique Football Academy Scouting Program kicks off, bringing together top European football clubs and talented young Nigerian players.
The four-day program, which commenced on Monday, features a delegation of four directors from prominent European teams, including two from Kosovo and one from India, led by renowned football agent Diego Martins from Portugal.
The scouting program aims to identify and select outstanding players who will be given opportunities to showcase their skills in Europe.
Successful players will be offered the chance to take their careers to the next level, with the organizers assuring them of opportunities abroad.
According to the Director of the program and founder of Unique Football Academy, Mr. Jelil Oladimeji, this is not the first time the academy has organized such an event.
“This is the 4th edition, and we are proud of the progress and impact we have made so far in terms of exposing our raw talent to the European market,” he said.
The program has already proven successful, with several players from previous editions going on to excel in European leagues. Some notable examples include Haruna Saleh with PAOK in Greece and Praisegod Emersons in Slovakia.
As the program continues, clubs are gearing up to exhibit their talents, and the future looks bright for Nigeria’s young football stars.
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