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FCT SWAN congratulates Ighalo on his role as National Principal Cup Ambassador
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN FCT Chapter has congratulated former Super Eagles striker, Jude Odion Ighalo as an Ambassador of the National Principal’s Cup.
In a press statement issued by the Secretary, SWAN FCT Chapter on Monday in Abuja.
Chairman of SWAN FCT Chapter, Comrade Bunmi Haruna said the announcement by the Minister of Youth and sports Development Mr Sunday Dare is a testimony that Ighalo has paid his dues as a national team player.
Comrade Bunmi however commended the minister of Youth and Sports, Mr. Sunday Dare for the gesture.
He also described the appointment as a round peg in a round hole. He said, “Being chosen ahead of his teammates is worth celebrating because Ighalo has been a good ambassador of Nigeria and has distinguished himself both within and outside the shores of the country.
“He did not only become the first Nigerian to play for the great Manchester United clubside but also distinguished himself as a top striker that he has always been, scoring vital goals for the club,” he noted.
Mr. Haruna further disclosed, “As an association, we are proud of him, he has set the ball rolling and as a role model, he has not disappointed, knowing fully well that so many young lads are looking up to him”
“We are also aware of his humanitarian gestures towards widows and the less privileged in the society. The Ighalo football academy and orphanage home in Lagos are just some of his laudable projects. We want to urge him not to relent and can only pray for God to continue to increase him on every sides.
“We are also using this opportunity to call on other well meaning Nigerians to reach out to people in need. Once again, a big congratulations to Ighalo and believing that this will spur him to do.more for the society.”
It would be recalled that Ighalo was named as National Principal Cup Ambassador when he paid a courtesy visit to the minister of Youth and Sports at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium , Abuja last Tuesday.
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Tangerine APT Pension Crowned New Kings of PFA Games 2025
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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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