Sports
NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Felicitates with Muslim Faithfuls on Eid-el-Fitr
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithfuls across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
In his goodwill message, Olopade commended the dedication, discipline, and devotion demonstrated by Muslims throughout the month of fasting and prayer.
He emphasized the importance of reflecting on the values of compassion, unity, and generosity that the season promotes.
“As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, I encourage all Nigerians to embrace the spirit of peace, love, and tolerance,” Olopade said.
“The values of sacrifice and compassion that Ramadan teaches should continue to guide our actions, fostering harmony and unity in our society.”
The NSC DG also acknowledged the role of sports in promoting unity and inclusivity, highlighting its power to bring people from diverse backgrounds together.
He called on citizens to remain committed to fostering peaceful coexistence and supporting initiatives that promote national development.
Sports
From Streets to Stardom: Unique Futbol Academy Scouting Program Inspires Ibadan’s Young Footballers
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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