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How Rising Stars Football League Challenge Splashed Cash on Players, Bolsters Youth and Football Empowerment

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1 year ago

August 29, 2024

Super 4 Finals Set for Sept. 15

The Rising Stars Football League held its first Ultimate Skills Challenge at Bwari Stadium, marking a thrilling day of youth empowerment and athletic talent. This event provided a platform for young players to showcase their skills and compete for substantial cash rewards, reinforcing the league’s commitment to developing grassroots football talent.

Unlike previous challenges that involved random fans, this year’s competition on July 24, 2024 featured 22 selected players from the recently concluded league season. These players were chosen for their outstanding performances and were given another chance to demonstrate their abilities.

The event ensured that all participants were rewarded for their efforts, with each player receiving an appearance fee of N10,000. The top three performers walked away with significant cash prizes: Emmanuel King emerged as the winner of the skills challenge and took home N250,000. Onyedika Philip secured second place with a prize of N100,000, while Godwin John finished third and received N50,000.

This initiative by the Rising Stars Football League was more than just a competition; it was a deliberate effort to empower youth and support the development of football skills at the grassroots level. With over one million Naira distributed among the participants, the league demonstrated its dedication to inspiring young talents and contributing to community development.

The Rising Stars Football League continues to provide opportunities for young players to excel, with more exciting packages and initiatives planned for the future. The Super 4 finals will be played at the Noshood Abiola stadium on September 15, as the city buzzes in excitement.

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Riyadh 2025: Nigeria’s Boxing Contingent Departs for Saudi Arabia

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November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Team Nigeria’s boxing contingent has officially departs the shores of the country for Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ahead of the 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games, taking place from November 7 to 21, 2025.

The team forms a vital part of Nigeria’s contingent at the multi-sport event, which gathers athletes from across over 55 nations globally. Nigeria’s participation reflects the nation’s commitment to expanding its global sporting profile and using sport as a tool for unity, national pride, and youth development.

Chief de Mission, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, described the Riyadh Games as a “crucial aspect of Nigeria’s strategic sports development plan,” emphasizing that the event serves as both a test of preparation and a pathway toward greater international success, including at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

He reaffirmed the NSC’s commitment to ensuring that Nigerian athletes receive the necessary support to excel on global platforms.

“This is more than just another international competition; it is a vital stepping-stone for our athletes toward Olympian ambitions,” Hon. Bukola Olopade said ahead of the team’s departure.

“Our team is prepared, focused, and hungry for success. We carry the hopes of the nation with us to Riyadh,” Hon. Olopade added.
Nigeria has maintained a strong presence at the Games since the inaugural edition in 2005. Over the years, the country’s athletes have recorded success across various sporting categories.

The contingent is led by experienced coaches and supported by technical staff dedicated to achieving peak performance levels.

As the competition gets set to begin in Riyadh, all eyes will be on the Nigerian contingent to deliver a performance that reinforces the country’s reputation as one of Africa’s leading sporting nations.

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