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NNL MVP Abdullahi Umar Sets Sights on Super 8 Promotion playoff
Kebbi United’s 18-year-old striker, Abdullahi Umar, has expressed confidence that his team will secure a spot in the NNL Promotion Super 8 playoffs.
The young forward, who was named Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Highest Goal Scorer at the NNL/Prostar/Sportslight Hub Monthly Awards, was honored on Thursday at the NNL Secretariat in Wuse Zone 7, Abuja.
Umar, a native of Kwara State, made headlines with the first hat-trick of the NNL season and has been a key playmaker for his team, providing multiple assists.
Speaking at the award ceremony, the talented forward said he is motivated to help Kebbi United qualify for the Super 8 playoffs and ultimately earn promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
“As the MVP and Highest Goal Scorer, I am very happy to receive these awards. I thank the NNL and, most importantly, my teammates because this wouldn’t have been possible without them,” Umar said.
“My goal is to help Kebbi United qualify for the Super 8 and secure an NPFL ticket. These awards have truly motivated me, and I am determined to do my best. This is just the beginning of great things to come. Please pray for me.”
While presenting the awards, former General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Barrister Musa Amadu, urged Umar to remain focused and committed to his football career.
“This is just the beginning for you, Abdullahi. Your career will be what you make of it. Stay dedicated, keep improving, and never lose focus,” Amadu advised.
With his impressive performances and growing confidence, Abdullahi Umar is emerging as one of the brightest young talents in the NNL, and all eyes will be on him as he pushes towards his Super 8 and NPFL ambitions.
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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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