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House Committe on Sports Commends CAF Decision of botched AFCON Qualifier against Libya
…Says verdict has protect dignity of African football
Joel Ajayi
Chairman House Committee on Sports Honourable Kabiru Amadu (Mai Palace) said that, the Confederation of African Football, CAF has protected the dignity of African football after awarding all three points to Nigeria in the botched AFCON Qualifier against LIBYA in Benghazi.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Media Team Chairman House Committee on Sports Hon. Kabiru Amadu (Mai palace) weekend in Abuja
CAF Disciplinary body has sanctioned the Libyan Football Federation by awarding all three points to the Super Eagles and sanctioned Libya USD 50,000.
CAF found the LFF in breach of multiple regulations, leading to a forfeit loss for Libya in the match against the Super Eagles originally scheduled for October 15 in Benghazi.
Honourable Ahmadu who represents Gusau/Tsafe Federal constituency of Zamfara in the House of Representative said CAF’s decision is definitely inline with the spirit of Fair play and must be commended.
” I think CAF has sent a big message to every country in Africa with their decision and I expect this to be the last time we will see such a disgraceful act from any Home Country”, he said.
Sports
30 Days to Go: Countdown to the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon!
Joel Ajayi
The countdown is officially on, as it is just 30 days to go until the second edition of the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon takes center stage on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
This year’s event, themed “Steady Strides,” is already making history as it becomes the first marathon globally to earn the prestigious World Athletics Label in record time. A remarkable achievement for both Nilayo Sports Management Limited (NSML), Nigeria’s foremost sports company and PremiumTrust Bank, the sole partner powering this world-class event.
Managing Director of NSML, Yetunde Olopade, described this milestone as “a first-ever true super-partnership” that is redefining sports in Nigeria. She commended PremiumTrust Bank for its visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to building a globally acclaimed race in Abuja.
Echoing this, PremiumTrust Bank’s Managing Director, Dr. Emmanuel Efe Emefienim (CON), noted that the marathon’s rapid ascent mirrors the bank’s philosophy of “rapid, impactful, and sustainable growth.” He emphasized that earning the World Athletics Label in just the second edition demonstrates Nigeria’s growing capacity to deliver world-class sporting experiences.
With the race now carrying global recognition, excitement is building as Abuja prepares to welcome runners, fans, and officials from around the world.
Registration is still open, and all signs point to another record-breaking turnout for what promises to be a spectacular celebration of endurance, community, and excellence in Nigeria’s capital city.
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