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First Bank FC of Lagos, Kennedy, Nurudeen Among Winners at NNL Prostar/Sportslight Hub February Edition Awards
…Over Nine NNL Matches Streamed Worldwide – Emmanuel Attah
By Joel Ajayi
The third edition of the NNL Prostar/Sportslight Hub Monthly Awards took center stage at the West Point Hotel in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, where clubs, players, coaches, and referees were honored for their outstanding performances in February.
The glamour-filled event brought together dignitaries, players, and key stakeholders to celebrate excellence and dedication across the Nigeria National League (NNL).
Award Highlights:
Best Behaved Team of the Month: First Bank FC of Lagos
Best Coach of the Month: Coach Obinna Uzoho Kun Khalifat of Owerri.
Best Player of the Month: [Name Missing]
Best Goal of the Month: Energy Kennedy of Godswill Akpabio FC.
Best Referee of the Month: Adekoya Warith of Lagos State FA Council.
Best Goalkeeper of the Month: Lateef Nurudeen of Igbajo FC, Osogbo.
Most Valuable Player (MVP): Austin Ajegbeyi of First Bank FC of Lagos – with four goals in the month.
Highest Goal Scorer of the Month: Anthony Ndubisi of Madiba FC – also with four goals
Speaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria National League, Mr. Emmanuel Attah, congratulated all awardees and encouraged them to continue striving for excellence.
He emphasized that the awards initiative, launched in partnership with Prostar in June 2023, is aimed at motivating players, coaches, and referees while promoting discipline and professionalism in the league.
“Since we began in December 2024, the impact has been significant. The awards have helped boost the visibility of the NNL globally—with at least nine matches being streamed and watched around the world,” Attah said.”The presence of NFF management here today is a testament to the progress we are making.”
Representing the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the 2nd Vice President, Chief Felix Anyansi, officially declared the third edition of the awards open.
“There’s no doubt that the progress made by the NNL is commendable. These awards will boost morale, promote healthy competition, and inspire players to reach their full potential,” he stated.”The NFF is proud to witness the growth of the NNL and reaffirms its commitment to supporting continued development and innovation in the league.”
In his opening remarks, the new Chief Operating Officer of the NNL, Mr. Alanana Danlami, noted that the monthly awards are designed to energize players and teams, helping to elevate the league’s profile.
“We’re committed to intensifying our efforts and improving on this initiative. We thank our partners and the NFF for their support, without which the NNL could not thrive,” he concluded
Sports
Football Fever Hits Abuja as Montage FM 99.7 Launches Maiden Community Tournament November 18
Joel Ajayi
In its determination to foster unity among communities across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), identify and promote raw football talent, encourage physical fitness and discipline, and tackle youth restiveness, Montage FM 99.7 Abuja has unveiled plans for the Maiden Edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament.
The highly anticipated grassroots competition, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is set to kick off on November 18, 2025, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The tournament will feature 24 teams, with four teams representing each Area Council, competing for a cash prize of over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
However, grand finale scheduled for December 7, 2025, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, where the top four teams will battle for first, second, and third place honors.
Speaking during a press briefing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, the Cordinator of the Tournament Mr. Raphael Ekpang, described the tournament as a significant initiative aimed at using sports as a tool for unity, youth engagement, and talent discovery across the FCT.
According to him, I am honored to stand before you today to announce the upcoming Montage FCT Community Football Tournament a dynamic grassroots inter-community football competition that promises to unite communities and discover hidden talent across the six Area Councils in the FCT,” Ekpang said.
“This tournament is more than just football; it is a celebration of community spirit and youth empowerment. Our long-term goal is to expand beyond football to include other sports like basketball and athletics in future editions.”
Ekpang further noted that registration and awareness campaigns are currently underway across the six Area Councils, urging interested teams and individuals to participate.
“We are grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners who share our vision of promoting sports development and community engagement within the FCT. We also call on other organizations and individuals to join this noble cause,” he added.
The organizers emphasized that the Montage Community Football Tournament aligns with Montage FM 99.7’s mission to promote peace, unity, and positive engagement among youths while strengthening its brand presence as a youth-driven, community-focused platform.
They encouraged the public to follow updates and live coverage of the tournament through Montage FM 99.7 Abuja and its social media platforms
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