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NSC DG Bukola Olopade Congratulates NFF President, Gusau on WAFU B Election Victory

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4 months ago

November 23, 2024

Joel Ajayi

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has extended his congratulations to the President of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on his election as the 1st Vice President of the West African Football Union (WAFU) B Zone.

Olopade lauded Gusau’s leadership qualities and football expertise, expressing confidence that his election will bring significant benefits to the regional football body.

“Gusau’s vast experience and commitment to football development will undoubtedly add value to WAFU B and enhance the growth of football across the member nations,” Olopade said.

The election took place on Friday in Niamey, Niger Republic, during the WAFU B 17th Ordinary General Assembly. The WAFU B Zone comprises seven West African nations, including Nigeria, Togo, Benin Republic, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Niger Republic, and Côte d’Ivoire.

Hon. Bukola stated that the NSC will provide all necessary support to Alh. Gusau and the NFF to ensure football development in Nigeria and in the West African region, where Nigeria is a giant player.

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Cricket: Nigeria To Host ICC U19 Men’s World Cup Qualifier

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19 hours ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria Cricket Federation , NCF, says it is ready to host five other nations for the International Cricket Council ,ICC, Under 19 Men’s World Cup African Qualifier.

The tournament is billed for Lagos, with the matches to be held at the cricket ovals in Tafawa Balewa Square ,TBS, and the University of Lagos ,UniLag, from March 26 to April 6.

Uyi Akpata, President of the Federation, said in a statement on Sunday, that the tournament is about celebrating the growth of the game on the continent.

“Nigeria is thrilled to welcome these talented young cricketers and their supporters to Lagos.
“Our nation is known for its warm hospitality and fascinating cricketing potential, and we are committed to making this qualifier a memorable experience for all.

“This tournament is not just about competition; it’s about celebrating the growth of cricket in Africa and inspiring the next generation of players”, Akpata noted.

However, Kenya, Uganda, Namibia, Tanzania and Sierra Leone will join Nigeria to jostle for the continent’s sole ticket to the 2026 ICC Under 19 Men’s World Cup.

Meanwhile, Nigeria will be hoping to secure the ticket, having achieved same feat in 2019 and competing at the World Cup in South Africa 2020

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