Sports

FG To stage Roadshow for Nigeria Versus Ghana game

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3 years ago

March 22, 2022

In its determination to intimate the populace, especially football fans across the length and breadth of the nation’s capital, the federal government will embark on a roadshow to intimate Nigerian on the need for fans to come to the stadium to cheer the super eagles during the second leg of 2022 world cup qualifiers with Ghana.

speaking on Tuesday, in Abuja the member of the committee and Media aid to the Sports Minister, Sunday Dare, Mr. Kola Daniel said the committee has perfected plans to ensure buses are available to convey fans from the nook and crannies of Abuja and its environs.

According to him, there is going to be a roadshow to the intimate general public about the match, all information you need to know about the match, all information you need to know will be on that roadshow, the roadshow will start from Saturday to Monday.

“We are even appealing to the federal government to declare Tuesday half a free working day to allow FCT residents to come and support the super eagles.

“it’s a must-win match, 30, 000 fans are expected, we want to rekindle the rivalry with Ghana.”

Meanwhile, the Black Stars, four-time African champions, will host perennial rival, Nigeria at the Baba Yara Stadium, Kumasi on March 25 before traveling to Abuja for the second leg at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium on March 29, 2022.

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No crisis in NAWIS ahead of AFN elections on Monday

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3 hours ago

June 8, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Association of Nigerian Women in Sports (NAWIS), known for its orderliness since its establishment in 1990, continues to uphold its standards ahead of the upcoming Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) elections.

With members across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, NAWIS has consistently operated without external interference.

Over the years, its members have been nominated to various boards of national sports federations after meeting established criteria, including the payment of annual dues.

The association has attracted a strong base of respected sportswomen who have served the country with distinction, both during and after their active careers.

In preparation for the AFN elections, zonal elections were conducted on June 2 and 3, producing representatives for the national exercise.

While NAWIS initially planned to hold its election in Zaria, Kaduna State, the association’s headquarters, it was later rescheduled for Abuja on Monday, June 9, following directives from higher authorities.

Importantly, NAWIS has a set of strict guidelines that govern its electoral process, particularly the requirement for timely payment of annual dues. Failure to meet this condition results in automatic disqualification.

This guideline was the basis for the disqualification of Maria Wophil, who has reportedly not paid her annual dues since 2017. Her attempt to hurriedly settle outstanding debts just before the election was deemed non-compliant with NAWIS regulations.

Who is Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju?

Commonwealth gold medallist Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju is one of the leading contenders for the NAWIS representative position in the AFN.

She made history as the first African woman to run the 400m in under 50 seconds and brought glory to Nigeria by winning a silver medal in the 4x400m relay at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics.

Yusuf-Olukoju also claimed gold in the 400m at the 1991 All-Africa Games and silver in the 200m.

Based on nominations and her track record, Yusuf-Olukoju is considered the most qualified candidate. However, three other contenders have also shown interest, and the final decision will be made in the election slated for Monday, June 9, in Abuja.

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