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Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman wins 2024 CAF Player of the Year award

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2 years ago

December 16, 2024

The Gleamer

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…As Super Falcons Win Women’s National Team of the year

Joel Ajayi

Super Eagles star, Ademola Lookman has won the player of the Year at the 2024 CAF Awards.

The awards event was held on Monday night in Marrakech, Morocco.

Lookman had an outstanding season with Atalanta, helping the team win UEFA Europa League with a sensational heroic hat-trick.

He also performed well for Super Eagles at the 2024 African Cup of Nation (AFCON)It is the second time that a Nigerian footballer is winning the CAF award in two years. Victor Osimhen won it last year
Also,the Super Falcons of Nigerian has been named as the women national team of the year at this year’s Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards.

The Falcons were crowned at the award ceremony currently holding in Marrakech Morocco.

Also, Super Falcons of Nigeria safe hands, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has once again been crowned the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year for 2024

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AACT 2026: Babagirei-Ahmad Assures Visitors of Smooth Visa Processing, Warm Welcome

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59 mins ago

October 24, 2026

The Gleamer

By Joel Ajayi

With nine days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Chairperson of the Visa, Airport Reception and Protocol Committee, Zulaiha Babagirei-Ahmad, has assured participating countries and other visitors of smooth visa processing and a warm reception ahead of the continental women’s golf championship.

Babagirei-Ahmad said preparations were progressing smoothly, with her committee working closely with relevant agencies and stakeholders to ensure a seamless arrival experience for golfers, team officials and other delegates expected in Nigeria.

She noted that the committee was committed to providing a welcoming atmosphere and efficient protocol services that would make the stay of visitors memorable while showcasing Nigeria’s renowned hospitality

With about 30 African countries expected to participate in the championship, the committee is coordinating visa arrangements, airport reception and other logistical requirements to facilitate the arrival and movement of international guests.

According to her, the objective goes beyond ensuring smooth entry into the country, as the committee is determined to make every visitor feel welcome from the moment they arrive in Abuja.

She added that the championship offers Nigeria an opportunity to strengthen relationships among African nations, promote unity through sport and showcase the country’s capacity to host major international sporting events.

The 2026 edition will be the third time Nigeria has hosted the All Africa Challenge Trophy, following the 1996 championship at Ikoyi Club 1938 in Lagos and the 2010 edition at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

The tournament is scheduled to hold from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, Abuja, under the slogan, “Uniting Africa Through the Greens.”

With preparations entering the final stretch, Babagirei-Ahmad expressed confidence that the committee would deliver efficient visa coordination, effective airport reception and quality protocol services to ensure a pleasant experience for all visitors.

As the countdown continues, Nigeria is preparing to welcome Africa’s golfing community to Abuja for a championship expected to celebrate sporting excellence, friendship and continental unity.
9 DAYS TO GO!
AACT 2026: UNITING AFRICA THROUGH THE GREENS.
AFRICA IS COMING TO ABUJA!

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