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Kola Daniel Takes Seat on 2027 Africa School Games LOC, Promises Commitment to National Duty
Joel Ajayi
Kola Daniel Adeyanju, Special Assistant on Media to the National Sports Commission Director-General, Honourable Bukola Olopade, has expressed his gratitude and excitement after being appointed to the 28-man Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the 2027 Africa School Games in Abuja.
According to the erudite sports administrator, “It’s a privilege to be part of this committee. I am humbled by the opportunity to serve my nation and contribute to the success of this international event.”
Adeyanju, who has previously served on the Federal Government’s 40-man LOC for Aisha Buhari’s Tournament in Abuja, is no stranger to hard work and dedication.
He attributes his appointment to the recognition of his efforts and commitment to Nigerian sports.
“I want to thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for this opportunity, and my principals, Alhaji Shehu Dikko and Honourable Bukola Olopade, for believing in me,” Adeyanju said. “I am committed to giving my best and ensuring the success of the 2027 Africa School Games.”
As a member of the LOC, Adeyanju is eager to work with his colleagues to deliver a memorable event that showcases Nigeria’s capabilities and hospitality. “It’s a call to National duty, and I am ready to answer,” he said.
The 2027 Africa School Games promises to be an exciting event, with athletes and officials from across the continent converging in Abuja. With the pedigree of sports administrators on the list, Nigeria is poised to host a successful and memorable event
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Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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