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NNL Chairman Arrives in Aba for Abia State Governor’s NALCOMA Pre-Season Tournament Final

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The Chairman of the Nigerian National League (NNL), George Aluo, arrived in Aba, Abia State, on Tuesday to attend the finals of the ongoing Abia State Governor’s NALCOMA Pre-Season Tournament.

Aluo was warmly received by Chief Boniface Alozie Uche, Chairman of Abia Comets FC and NNL Board member representing NALCOMA. Aluo praised the tournament as an excellent opportunity for teams to prepare for the upcoming season, which kicks off on November 30.

He also expressed his gratitude to the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, for his support of the tournament and urged the participating teams to take full advantage of the platform to assess and refine their squads ahead of the new season.

In a similar vein, Chief Boniface Alozie Uche emphasized that the level of competition in the four-day tournament provides teams with a valuable chance to evaluate their players and identify areas for improvement.

On the field, the second day of the tournament saw NNL side Solution FC of Awka suffer a 1-0 defeat to Diamond Football Academy, while Edel FC of Awka triumphed 2-0 over Uchecaria.

The tournament continues on Wednesday, with Uchecaria set to face Abia Comets at 9 AM, followed by a match between Kun Khalifa and Diamond Academy.

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FCT FA Announces Composition of Standing Committees to Strengthen Football Development

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The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) is pleased to announce the composition of its first Six standing committees as part of our commitment to fostering football development, governance, and innovation across the region.

 These committees will serve as the backbone of our strategic operations, ensuring effective management and sustainable growth of football in the FCT.

In a statement signed on Sunday by the FA Chairman Adam Mouktar Mohammed to use their wealth of experience to drive football development to the greater heights

“As we inaugurate these standing committees, we reaffirm our dedication to making football in the FCT a model for other regions. Each committee has been carefully composed to include individuals with the expertise, passion, and commitment needed to drive football development to greater heights. We look forward to the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders in achieving our goals.”

The newly constituted committees are as follows:

1. Technical and Development Committee

Chairman: Bassey Patrick

Mandate: To oversee the development of football talent, coaching programs, and grassroots initiatives, while ensuring the implementation of global best practices in technical advancements.

2. Competitions and Events Committee

Chairman: Hon Salihu Kolo

Mandate: To plan, organize, and manage all competitions and events under the FCT FA, ensuring they meet national and international standards.

3. Finance and Sponsorship Committee

Chairman: Hon Dr John Gabaya

Mandate: To develop financial strategies, secure sponsorships, and oversee the financial health of the association to ensure transparency and accountability.

4. Media and Public Relations Committee

Chairman: Uche Nwudoh

Mandate: To enhance the association’s visibility through strategic communication, public engagement, and digital media outreach, while building a positive image for football in the FCT.

5. Ethics and Disciplinary Committee

Chairman:

1) Hashimu O Adams.

2) Barr Jimmy Kadiri (Secretary)

3) Musa Yusuf Abaji

4) Hulda Nkwocha

5) Mansur Abdullahi

Mandate: To uphold the highest standards of integrity and fairness in FCT football by addressing disciplinary matters, ensuring compliance with rules, and promoting ethical conduct among all stakeholders.

6) Women Committee

1) Pat Ajuma (Chair Woman)

2) Maryam Muhammed

3) Adanna Nwaneri

4) Joyce Jegede

5) Bukar Mohammed

6) Hajia Bilkis

Future Appointments: The FCT FA is committed to inclusivity and will continue to announce additional committees in the coming weeks to address other critical areas of our operations, including Area Councils, Strategic Development & Partnerships, Youth football, referees’ development, and player welfare, Facilities,  Media & PR, Appeals. These appointments will align with our vision to create a vibrant and competitive football ecosystem in the FCT.

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