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NNL Sets Up 5-man Committee On Rules Regulation, Club Licencing

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2 years ago

July 20, 2023

…Commences aggressive sponsorship campaign

Joel Ajayi

In a bid to have a an improved and better league, the newly Inaugurated board of Nigeria National League NNL, has approved the composition of 5 man Rules and Regulation Club Licensing Committee that will review the entire NNL framework in order to enhance the operations of the League.

This even, as the new board said that it has commenced an aggressive Sponsorship drive to secure credible sponsors for the League.

NNL, in a communique issued after the inagural meeting of the newly constituted board signed by the Communique drafting committee Mr Yakubu Salma, revealed that the board has resolved to do everything within it’s reach to improve the standard of the League begining from the new season.

According to the communique, the Board approved the composition of 5 man Rules and Regulation/Club Licensing Committee that will review the entire NNL framework in order to enhance the operations of the League.

“The Board charged the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to embark on aggressive Sponsorship drive to secure credible sponsors for the League.

“The Board also thanked the Leadership of the Nigeria Referees Association for their collaboration with the League so far despite limited funds, and resolved to interface with the leadership of NRA to further solidify this relationship, with a view to proffer solutions to improve officiating in the Nigeria National League.

“NNL Board agreed that only stadia that meet the required NNL. Stadium facilities criteria should be approved for the 2023/2024 League season.

The NNL Secretariat was mandated to request all clubs to submit venues for their home matches.”

However the Chairman extolled the qualities of individual Board members and reminded them of the high expectations of the Leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation and Nigerians to restore the true professional status of the NNL.

Other matters agreed is the approval of the immediate reconstruction of the Nigeria National League Website and Registration portal, engagement of a Financial Consultant for the Nigeria National League.

While the Board, after a thorough appraisal approved the 2023/2024 calendar of activities, as well as the 2023/2024 league season budget as presented by theNNL Secretariat amongst others.

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From Streets to Stardom: Unique Futbol Academy Scouting Program Inspires Ibadan’s Young Footballers

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19 hours ago

November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

Ibadan is buzzing with excitement as the Unique Football Academy Scouting Program kicks off, bringing together top European football clubs and talented young Nigerian players.

The four-day program, which commenced on Monday, features a delegation of four directors from prominent European teams, including two from Kosovo and one from India, led by renowned football agent Diego Martins from Portugal.

The scouting program aims to identify and select outstanding players who will be given opportunities to showcase their skills in Europe.

Successful players will be offered the chance to take their careers to the next level, with the organizers assuring them of opportunities abroad.

According to the Director of the program and founder of Unique Football Academy, Mr. Jelil Oladimeji, this is not the first time the academy has organized such an event.

“This is the 4th edition, and we are proud of the progress and impact we have made so far in terms of exposing our raw talent to the European market,” he said.

The program has already proven successful, with several players from previous editions going on to excel in European leagues. Some notable examples include Haruna Saleh with PAOK in Greece and Praisegod Emersons in Slovakia.

As the program continues, clubs are gearing up to exhibit their talents, and the future looks bright for Nigeria’s young football stars.

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