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Promoting Players From Lower Cadre, Best Way To Improve National Team- Lawmaker

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Promoting Players From Lower Cadre, Best Way To Improve National Team- Lawmaker

By Ijeoma Okigbo

The Chairman, House Committee on Sports  Olumide Osoba, said promoting players from the lower cadre is catalyst to improving the team.

 

 

Osoba said this following Super Eagles 2-1 victory over the Squirrels of Benin Republic  in Uyo in the 2021 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers on Wednesday.

 

Eagles who were trailing 1-0 earlier needed goals from Victor Osimhen  and Samuel Kanu to place Nigeria top in group L with three points.

 

On the performance of young players like Osimhen, Kanu and Samuel Chukwueze as well as finding a replacement for retired striker Odion Ighalo, Osoba was optimistic that the young lads in the team would fill the void.

 

The lawmaker also lauded Eagles manager Genort Rohr for equipping the squad with players who had featured in age grade competitions for the country.

 

“As you can see, he is inviting players from the lower cadre and that is the way to go.

 

“Most countries move their players from age grade competitions to the national team and I think that is what the coach is trying to do now which makes a lot of sense and that is what happens anywhere in the world.

 

“Germany won the 2017 Confederation Cup with majority of her players moved from the age grade level to the senior team.

 

 

“In the end, this is to foster unity, good type of play and more,” Osoba said.

 

He also praised the team for winning, in spite of  trailing 1-0 earlier.

 

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s opponents Lesotho and Sierra Leone finished a one all draw and rests on second and third on the log, with Benin in bottom place.

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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