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FTA Boss Hails NIGTEQ, LOC Over Successful Hosting Of Nigeria Challenger Teqball Series
FCT Teqball Association (FTA) chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Galadima, has commended the Nigeria Teqball Federation (NIGTEQ) Local Organizing Committee (LOC) and stakeholders for the successful hosting of the inaugural Nigeria Challenger Series.
In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja by the FCT Teqball Media Officer Olawale Ayeni Galadima hailed the FCT Teqball Team for the performance while calling on the private sector to partner with the federation and states association in making Teqball a household sport in the country?
“We at the FTA commend the president, board members of the NIGTEQ, the LOC and other stakeholders for the successful hosting of the Nigeria Challenger Teqball Series in Abuja.
“The organization and competitiveness from the players surpassed the expectations of many Nigerians which was line with international best practices, this is indeed a great feat for the federation as the tournament have also paved way for the development of Teqball at the grassroots across the country.
“FTA remain committed in the development of the sport in the nation’s capital. while we we call on the private sector to support the rapid growth of Teqball in the country” he said.
The championship tagged ‘Abuja 2021’ which is organized by the Nigeria Teqball Federation (NIGTEQ) took place from 26th to 30th August 2021 at the Turf Arena, Central Business District, and the NTIC Campus, Wuse II, Abuja saw dollars raining for the champions.
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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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