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Ogunowo Describes Nigeria Nationwide League, Most Important League

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3 years ago

March 13, 2022

…Decree lack of sponsors

The Chief Operating officer of the Nigeria Nationwide League, Sola Ogunnowo has described the 3rd tiers of the as the most important league in the country, and deserves all the attention and financial support from the corporate bodies.

Ogunnowo made this revelation on weekend in an interactive session on Nigeria Sports Centre (NSC), platform group said inadequate funding has limited the league body from executing most of its programs effectively.

He expressed that with the huge volume of work and tasks that must be carried out, the Nigeria Nation-Wide Football League One (NLO) needs a lot of funds.

According to him, my greatest constraint as the Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Nation-Wide Football League One (NLO) is funding. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are trying their best to support us financially, but I must tell you it’s not enough, considering the volume of work we do in the Organization.

“As I speak to you the medical teams of the Nigeria Nation-Wide Football League One (NLO) are moving from one club to another and they are carrying out the much needed medical tests for all of the players and training club medical personnel.”

Ogunowo who lamented lack of sponsors as one of the cogs in the wheel of league acceleration of a league which has over 300 clubs to carry out most of its activities.

He said in a bid to help the players in the domestic league enjoy their retirement from the beautiful game, the Nigeria Nation-Wide Football League One (NLO) is encouraging players who can make room for qualitative education to combine it with their football career.

Urging them not to play with their education.

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Didi unveils Tinubu/Shettima national parasoccer unity cup in Abuja

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4 hours ago

May 23, 2025

The Gleamer

Musibau Didi, Former President of Nigeria para soccer Federation ,
officially unveiled the President Bola Tinubu/Vice-President Kashim Shettima Renewed Hope National Parasoccer Unity Cup “ABUJA 2025” in Abuja.

The initiative is spearheaded by the Tinubu/Shettima People with Disabilities (PWDs) Votes Diggers, a group formed by members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) living with disabilities.

Didi stated that the official launch of the Unity Cup is scheduled for June 12.

He appealed for support and sponsorship from government agencies, corporate organisations, and individuals across the country.

“Our key plans for the game include nationwide broadcasting to showcase the talents of persons with disabilities and bring them into the spotlight,” he said.

Didi disclosed that parasoccer was first introduced in 1988 and had since spread across more than 30 states in Nigeria and at least five African countries.

“The game is not only a form of entertainment but also a tool for rehabilitation and empowerment of persons with disabilities,” he said.

He added that persons with disabilities were previously stereotyped as beggars on the streets, but that narrative is gradually changing.

“Today, people with disabilities are excelling in sports and politics. I am proud to be part of this movement aimed at breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes,” he said.

Notable personalities at the event included Former chairman commission on disability, James Lalu and Hon. Mohammed Isah, Senior special adviser on presidential disability who were present to show support for the initiative.

the unveiling featured an inaugural match between Team Governor’s Forum and Team Presidency, in honour of President Bola Tinubu and Vice- President Kashim Shettima.

Team Governor Forum emerged victorious in a thrilling penalty shootout, winning 6-5 against Team President after the match ended 2-2 in regular time.

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