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NFF Confirms Thomas Dennerby’s Resignation, Shops For New Coach

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6 years ago

October 8, 2019

Joel Ajayi

The Nigeria Football Federation has for the first time confirmed the resignation of former Super Falcons coach, Thomas Dennerby as the head coach of the senior female national team,

An executive board member of the NFF, Ibrahim Gusau confirmed Dennerby’s resignation Monday in Lagos.

The Swedish coach left the team under acrimonious circumstances in August after they had defeat Algeria 3-0 in aggregate to reach the next round of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics qualifier.

Aljazirah Nigeria Sports had earlier reported that Thomas Dennerby was frustrated out of his job by a cabal in the federation who sabotaged his efforts by not allowing him free hand in his team selections, choice of coach to work with, among others.

Mr Gusau who was fielding questions from a journalist after the Super Falcons failed to progress to the next round of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics qualifier in Lagos against Cote’d’Voire, said that the resignation of the Swedish gaffer impacted on the team’s performance.

Everyone is sad. The result was not what we expected but that is the nature of football. We need to move on

“Do not forget that before the first leg of the matches, the former coach, Thomas Dennerby sent in his resignation letter and the federation needs to find a solution to the situation,” he said.

Mr. Gusau who commended the interim technical crew of the team led by Christopher Danjuma for their efforts in the two-leg qualifiers said that the federation will soon engage a new coach for the team.

“The technical team, which is on an interim basis, did their best and we commend them.

“However, very soon, the board will engage a new coach for the team for us to move forward,” he told Channels TV.

Super Falcons on Monday in Agege, Lagos, crashed out of the 2020 Olympics to be held in Japan after playing a 1-1 draw against visitors, Cote’d’ Voire.

The Ivorians progressed to the next stage of the qualifiers on away goals rule after the first leg in Abidjan last week had ended goalless.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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7 days ago

September 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria is poised to make history as it seeks to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, a monumental opportunity that promises to transform the nation’s economy, infrastructure, and global standing.

More than a sporting spectacle, the Games would serve as a catalyst for development across multiple sectors, leaving behind a legacy of national pride and sustainable growth.

The benefits of hosting the Games extend far beyond the sports arena. Nigeria stands to gain both empirical and non-empirical advantages, with direct, indirect, and induced impacts that will touch every corner of society. Infrastructural development will take center stage, with new facilities such as indoor sports halls, conference centers, and improved road networks reshaping urban landscapes while strengthening the nation’s capacity to host future international events.

Economic growth is another significant dividend. Over 10,000 jobs are expected to be created, spanning construction, facility management, event planning, and tourism services.

The hospitality industry will undergo major improvements as hotels and resorts are upgraded to meet international standards, while local restaurants, lounges, and tourist attractions will see a surge in patronage from international visitors. Small and medium enterprises, particularly in the transport, finance, and food service sectors, will become some of the greatest beneficiaries, as the Games generate new demand and expand opportunities for local businesses.
The Commonwealth Games will also accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s sports industry.

Investments in training facilities, coaching, and talent development will inspire a new generation of athletes, ensuring long-term benefits that extend beyond 2030, a major focus of the President Bola Tinubu administration.
At the same time, the process of preparing for the Games will create opportunities for Nigerians to learn new crafts, acquire technical skills, and engage in global-standard event management, thereby strengthening human capacity and innovation across industries.

Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the Nigeria Sports Commission, and Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director General, have been widely recognized for their tireless and visionary leadership in repositioning Nigeria’s sporting sector.

Their commitment to facilitating infrastructural development and strengthening grassroots sports development has laid the foundation for Nigeria’s bold bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Under their leadership, the NSC is fostering strategic partnerships and driving innovation in sports administration, they have demonstrated the nation’s readiness to stage an event of such global magnitude.

Beyond the tangible gains, the hosting of the 2030 Commonwealth Games carries profound symbolic value. It would be a moment of unity and pride, a chance for Nigeria to showcase its cultural richness, resilience, and excellence to the world.
As a centenary edition, the Games would stand as a historic milestone not just for the Commonwealth but for Nigeria itself, cementing its place on the global stage as a capable, ambitious, and forward-looking nation.

The gains from hosting the Commonwealth Games can never be undermined or overemphasized. This is Nigeria’s time to step forward and show the world our resilience, and excellence. We call on every Nigerian, across sectors and communities, to support this noble aspiration.

Nigeria’s pursuit of the 2030 Commonwealth Games is a vision for transformation, a blueprint for national development, and a legacy project that will inspire generations to come.

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