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Lukman and Roman net as Mahanaim FC beat Assess FA 2-nil

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8 months ago

February 28, 2025

Hot Boys of Mahanaim FC continue to stay hot in the year after another hard fought victory over Assess FA at the FIFA Goal Project inside Package-B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.

Lukman Adigun opened the scoring in the 25th minute of the match and was joined by Nambou Jean Roman-Emerite late in the second half as the Hot Boys claimed victory.

This victory in the first meeting with Assess FA extends their unbeaten run of nine straight matches since August 2024 when they lost to City FC by 3-1.

Coach Saheed Jimoh made whole some changes to the line up that defeated Sarkin Daji a fought night ago, yet, the result is similar, another 2-nil win over Assess FA.

Starting XI
David Adolphus-(Gk), Ramadan Yusuf (RB) ,Hamisu Salisu(LB), Awala Hamisu(DM) Nura Yahaya(LCB), Jesse Mokele(RCB), Monday Abdul(RW) Haruna Abdullahi(AM) Aliyu Imran(ST) Lukman Adigun(CDM), Gilbert Michael(LW)

     Reserves

Nambou Jean Roman Emerite(ST)
Ikoh Joseph Danjuma(CDM)
Ifechwuku James Chukwuchebe(LW)
Harry Dogmi(RW)
Khilifa Imam(CB)
Emmanuel Elijah(AM)
Samed Adejumo-(DM)
Christopher Edoh(GK)

The match started before 8am, under a cool weather, as the sun was just rising, which set the tone for a good game by both teams.

The Hot Boys created some early chances but couldn’t convert, including a 20th minute penalty miss by Haruna Abdullahi, who saw his effort saved by the goalkeeper as his low shot to the bottom right corner was well parried.

The miss gave the boys more impetus to press high and they were rewarded five minutes later when Lukman Adigun reacted quickest to a lose ball after a miss kick by the goalkeeper; following a press from Gilbert which pressured the goalkeeper to kick onto the path of Lukman who wasted no time directing his shot into the back of the net from 25 yards, to give the Hot Boys a deserved lead.

Assess tried to find an equaliser but their effort was in futility as Mahanaim led into halftime.

The second half was more intense, as both teams tried to score. Mahanaim continued to miss chances while Assess also found themselves inches away from scoring on several occasions. The tone of the game at that point made coach Saheed to send on Ikho Danjuma for Awala Hamisu, Ifechukwu James for Gilbert, Emmanuel Elijah for Lukman and Nambou Roman for Monday in other shore up things and find a security goal.

Moments later, the changes paid off as substitute Nambou Roman created a space after beating his marker, before sending a curling shot from outside the box, that beat the goalkeeper, into the back of the net. There was room for two more changes as Samed Adejumo replaced Haruna while Khalifa Imam also replaced Nura Yahaya.

Despite the victory, Coach Saheed Jimoh insist there is still alot of improvements expected from his team.

10th Match Unbeaten

Meanwhile, in another match at the team’s temporary home ground at Brown Check School, Chikakore, Kubwa, Harry Dogmi was the match winner as the Hot Boys took on Soccer Stars Football Academy- winning 1-0.

Harry was an unused sub in the match against Assess FA earlier in the day, however, that only fired him up to deliver victory for the team in the evening fixture. The win over Soccer Stars FA thus taking Mahanaim’s unbeaten run to 10 straight matches.

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Thrills as 2026 National Hockey Super League Opens in Abuja — NHF President Promises Greater Innovation

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9 hours ago

November 1, 2025

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar
The atmosphere was electric on Saturday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, as the 2026 National Hockey Super League officially kicked off in grand style.

The championship, which runs from November 1st to 9th, features 13 male and 8 female teams from across the country competing for supremacy in Nigeria’s top-tier hockey competition.

In the opening fixtures, Police Machine dominated IGP Flickers 9–1, Kada Stars overwhelmed Adamawa 13–0, Plateau edged Ekiti 1–0, while Niger Flickers crushed Team Katsina 10–0.

Speaking at the ceremony, President of the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF), Engr. Simon Nkom, expressed satisfaction with the smooth start, describing the league as a key milestone in the Federation’s renewed drive to strengthen grassroots hockey and promote national development of the sport.

“This is indeed a proud moment for us. We are here to witness a national event that we hold in very high esteem,” he said. “It’s a great way to end the year, return to our grassroots, and continue developing the game.”

Nkom, who also serves as an Executive Member of the African Hockey Federation Board, assured that the Federation will sustain its current momentum and introduce more innovations in 2027 to further elevate Nigerian hockey both locally and internationally.

“Our focus remains on building a strong foundation for our players and promoting discipline, teamwork, and fair play,” he added.

“Beyond monetary rewards, the experience gained here is invaluable. We will continue to recognize excellence through awards for Best Player, Best Goalkeeper, Youngest Player, and Most Disciplined Team.”

The Tournament Director, Mr. Falore Olajuyigbe, confirmed that the league will run for one week, ending on November 8th, with teams departing the following day. He praised the level of play and organization so far.

“The matches have been exciting and competitive. Attendance has been encouraging, and we’re confident that the quality of play will keep improving,” Olajuyigbe said.

He added that the tournament is benefitting from lessons learned during Nigeria’s participation in the African Club Championship in Ismailia, Egypt, noting that two Nigerian umpires who officiated at that continental event are also part of the officiating crew in Abuja.

As the 2026 National Hockey Super League unfolds, excitement continues to build among fans and players alike, with Abuja firmly at the center of Nigeria’s hockey action.

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