Sports
Francis Orbih Re-Elected As Badminton Federation Nigeria President
Few weeks after Badminton Federation of Nigeria BFN subdued its challenge that affected the federation, the stakeholders have agreed to work together and have given their support to the newly re-elected President Francis Orbih to enable more growth and development of racket games in the country and beyond.
It will be recalled the court had barred the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and electoral committee not to conduct election for the executive office of the federation pending the hearing and determination of a substantive suit before it in September’s 30, 2021 sports federation elections.
The election of the Board of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria was put on hold due to the Ministry’s respect for the Court injunction that was instituted by some aggrieved Stakeholders.
However, the aggrieved Stakeholders addressed the issues of concern and have jointly discontinued litigation in the Federal High Court, in the spirit of One-Sport-One Family, which the BFN has always been known for.
At the election conducted inside the Ministry of Youth and Sports under the supervision of the ministry officials in Abuja the former President Orbih was re-elected for another four year tenure.
Obih who was unopposed polled 10 voted as Alhaji Maina Mohammed emerged vice president after he scored 10 votes.
Speaking shortly the election, the elated President said after a whole lot of challenge, all the stakeholders came to peaceful and amicable settlement.
According to him we are committed and dedicated to lift Badminton.
“Its victory for Badminton, Federation of Nigeria, there is no victor and vanquish, Badminton is a game of Love, we are going to continue as one family.
He appealed to all stakeholders to join and together for the growth and development of Badminton in Nigeria and beyond.
“We have lost some ground but we will come out better and stronger, we will reach out to all to lift Game of Badminton.” He promised.
Others board members include; Mr. Lawal Yusuf Bello (North East) , Engr. Shehu Sulyman Warah (North Central), Mrs. Solaja Catherine Obiageli (South East) Mr. Tangbe Felix Awala South-South), Grace Gabriel (Athletes Reps), Esther Gidado (NAWIS), Tunde Kazeem (NAPHER-SD, Alhaji Malik Anas Sponsor/Philanthropist / Ex-Offico Etuku TY (Technical Rep).
Sports
Abuja All Stars, City Gate All Stars Headline 4th Edition of Abuja Veterans Tourney
…All Stars President,Nasir Jubril Emphasizes Participation and Networking Over Winning
Defending champions Abuja All Stars and City Gate All Stars are set to ignite the opening day of the fourth edition of the Abuja Veterans Tournament. This was announced during the world press conference and draws held Wednesday at the FIFA Goal Project Center in Abuja.
The tournament, which now features 20 teams vying for the ultimate prize and bragging rights for the next year, has seen significant growth since its first edition, which only had 8 teams. Speaking at the event, Abuja All Stars President, Nasir Jubril, emphasized the importance of participation, networking, and fostering camaraderie among former international and retiring footballers.
“Abuja All Stars won the last edition of the competition, but I truly hope another team can claim the title this year. The goal should go beyond winning; it should be about participating, building new networks, and creating a spirit of camaraderie among members. I hope everyone keeps this in mind,” Jubril stated.
Patrick Bassey, Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) and national U15 coach, highlighted the unprecedented increase in participants for this edition. He also mentioned that, due to capacity constraints, some teams had to be turned away. To address this issue, a qualifying round will be introduced in the next edition to determine the final participants.
The competition kicks off on August 31, with six matches scheduled for Saturday and four for Sunday. The winner will take home one million naira, while the runner-up will receive seven hundred and fifty thousand naira, the third-place team five hundred thousand naira, and the fourth-place team two hundred and fifty thousand naira.
Here’s the grouping for the fourth edition of the Abuja Veterans Tournament:
Group A
Abuja All Stars (Champions)
City Gate All Stars
Corporate Kickers
Jabi All Stars
Group B
Nyanya All Stars
University of Abuja
Mark Steve
Lugbe All Stars
Group C
Gwagwalada All Stars
Unity Foundation All Stars
LINKE MINDS All Stars
Capital Sportif
Group D
Apo Fitness Club
Kuje All Stars
Police Machines Legends
Nurudeen Veterans Cup
Group E
Games Village FC
Karu All Stars
Ex-Professionals
Capital City Club
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