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Omeruo academy U16/18 screening gets date

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5 years ago

December 20, 2020

The organizer of the Omeruo football academy screening have announced 22nd to 24th December as the screening date, the screening which will take place at the Gwarimpa Estate pitch will strictly focus on footballers between the age of 16 to 18 years.

Speaking from his base in Spain, the bulky defender said

I am a product of grassroots, i played on that same Gwarimpa pitch before i was invited to U17 camp. I want to give back to the society. I grow up in Abuja and deem it necessary to organize this Kenneth Omeruo’s football academy trial for the coaches to discover young talents that will stand the test of time.

We emphasize strictly on 16-18 years, it’s going to be young boys who are in their formative years and still have time to grow and as well learn about the game. I will also be there to be part of the screening process. I have started this for a long time.

“We have discovered some exciting players who are now part of the U20 team and some are plying their trade with NPFL sides.

Omeruo stressed further by saying he didn’t know what the future holds when asked about life after football.

“I really don’t know yet, anything can happen but i will still be in the circle of football. The former Chelsea defender concluded

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LEADERSHIP Newspaper’s Salifu Usman Receives SWAN Fellowship In Recognition Of Sports Development Efforts

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19 hours ago

November 2, 2025

The Gleamer

Salifu Abubakar Usman, Group Sports Editor of LEADERSHIP Newspaper, has been honoured with the Fellow of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) award, in recognition of his exceptional support for the association, professional journalism, and his significant contributions to sports development in Nigeria.

The esteemed accolade was presented during SWAN’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration, held in Abuja, marking 60 years of excellence in sports journalism across the nation.

Upon receiving the award, Salifu expressed profound gratitude, describing the honour as a source of inspiration and renewed motivation to further his lifelong dedication to sports reporting, promotion, and growth.

“This award gives me hope and motivation to do more. It’s a source of inspiration for me and my family, and I believe it will encourage me further in sports reporting and sports development in Nigeria,” he stated.

Salifu highlighted that this recognition serves as a morale boost following decades of hard work and impactful contributions within Nigeria’s sports community and beyond.

The SWAN Diamond Jubilee Celebration attracted prominent figures from sports administration, the media, and government sectors to celebrate individuals and organisations whose efforts have significantly advanced sports development and journalism in Nigeria.

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