Sports
NSC Endorses Abuja-Stars Veterans Tournament
Joel Ajayi
The National Sports Commission NSC, has endorsed the Abuja All-Stars Veterans Invitational Tournament, through its Local Organizing Committee, LOC.
In a letter to stakeholders and the general public dated 24th April 2025 and signed by the Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, the Commission said It is pleased to confirm the endorsement of the Abuja All-Stars Veterans Invitational Tournament scheduled to take place at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
The letter further stated that the prestigious tournament, which brings together veteran footballers from across Nigeria, aligns with the NSC’s mission to promote sports development and excellence in the country, advance camaraderie and togetherness within the ex footballers family as well as inspire the youth.
In conclusion, the letter added that All-Stars through the LOC will solicit the support and cooperation of various stakeholders, individuals and corporate organizations to ensure a successful tournament.
Sports
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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