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Omeruo academy U16/18 screening gets date

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4 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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Airwarrior Basketball Club Chairman, Celebrates Sallah with Journalists in Abuja

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19 hours ago

June 7, 2025

The Gleamer

The event, filled with camaraderie and appreciation, provided an opportunity for Alhaji Solademi to acknowledge the vital role of the media in national development and the promotion of sports in Nigeria.

In a warm gesture of unity, oneness, togetherness and goodwill, the Chairman of Air Warriors Basketball Club, Abuja, Alhaji Abddulmajid Solademi, hosted a group of Basketball Journalists on Saturday at his residence in celebration of the Sallah festivities in Abuja.

The gathering that shows the importance of love, peace, and unity values which is crucial not just for the advancement of basketball, but for the overall progress of the nation.

However, the Sallah is a time to reflect on our shared humanity,” he said. “It’s a moment to support one another and to uphold the values that bring us together, rather than divide us.”

Guests at the event shared stories, enjoyed meals, Asun Rice, Oriental rice, Jollof Rice, Swallow in variety with a lot of drinks that mede them to engaged in meaningful discussions on the development of sports in Nigeria, with a special focus on grassroots basketball.

Many attendees praised Solademi for his unwavering support for the sporting community and his ongoing commitment to using sports as a powerful tool for youth empowerment and social transformation.

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