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More Nigerians to Benefit from Olympic Marathon Walk Initiative-Gumel
Joel Ajayi
President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Engr. Habu Gumel, has expressed profound gratitude and optimism about the future of the Engr. Habu Gumel Olympic Marathon Walk, describing the initiative as one that will positively impact more Nigerians in the years to come.
Speaking at the maiden edition of the event on Saturday in Abuja, Gumel noted the strong presence and support from key figures in Nigerian sports leadership, including the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and other stakeholders.
“This marathon, which bears my name, is a tremendous honour,” he said. “It marks the beginning of something truly special an initiative that I believe will grow stronger and more impactful with each passing year. I’m especially delighted to have the NSC Chairman and my dear friend, the former Chairman, here with us today.”
Gumel highlighted the broader purpose of the event, stressing that it goes beyond a simple walk.
“This initiative represents more than just a sporting activity; it’s part of a larger vision to promote wellness and integrate physical fitness into the professional lives of our members, particularly through engineering games and similar activities,” he explained.
He went on to appreciate the National Sports Commission for its vital role in making the event a success.
“I want to sincerely thank the NSC for the facilities and support they have provided. Their contribution has been invaluable, and I am confident they will continue to support this initiative in the future,” he said.
In conclusion, Gumel expressed heartfelt thanks to the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and its leadership for the honour.
“Today is not about making long speeches,” he said. “It is about gratitude. I sincerely thank the President of the NSE and the entire Council for honouring me in such a meaningful way. I deeply appreciate it and pray for blessings on everyone here. I remain committed to supporting this initiative in every way I can.”
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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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