Sports
Round Peg in Round Hole: Minister’s Aide Drums Support for Rising Stars Football League
The Special Assistant on Grassroots Development to the Honourable Minister of Sports, Adeboye Adeyinka Anthony, has praised the efforts behind the Rising Stars Football League, highlighting its role in promoting sports at the grassroots level and contributing to community development.
Adeboye expressed his admiration for Ifeanyi Khana, the Project Coordinator of the Rising Stars Football League, stating, “Ifeanyi Khana and his team have done a fantastic job in overseeing this very important project. Their commitment to fostering grassroots sports is commendable and demonstrates the potential of private initiatives in driving sports development in Nigeria.”
He further emphasized the need for collaborative efforts between the government and private sector in promoting sports, saying, “The Ministry of Sports alone cannot develop sports in this country. We need private sector initiatives like the Rising Stars Football League to come on board and support our vision. It is through such partnerships that we can truly unlock the potential of our youth and create sustainable pathways for talent development.”
Adeboye also underscored the broader impact of the league on community development, adding, “Beyond just sports, initiatives like the Rising Stars Football League contribute significantly to community development. They provide a platform for young talents to showcase their skills and serve as a unifying force in communities. This is why the Ministry is keen on supporting and encouraging more of such grassroots projects.”
He concluded by calling on more private entities to get involved in grassroots sports, stating, “We encourage more private organizations and individuals to step up and invest in grassroots sports. It’s not just about finding the next big star, but about building a strong foundation for the future of sports in Nigeria. Together, we can achieve great things and make sports a major force for positive change in our society.”
Sports
From Streets to Stardom: Unique Futbol Academy Scouting Program Inspires Ibadan’s Young Footballers
Ibadan is buzzing with excitement as the Unique Football Academy Scouting Program kicks off, bringing together top European football clubs and talented young Nigerian players.
The four-day program, which commenced on Monday, features a delegation of four directors from prominent European teams, including two from Kosovo and one from India, led by renowned football agent Diego Martins from Portugal.
The scouting program aims to identify and select outstanding players who will be given opportunities to showcase their skills in Europe.
Successful players will be offered the chance to take their careers to the next level, with the organizers assuring them of opportunities abroad.
According to the Director of the program and founder of Unique Football Academy, Mr. Jelil Oladimeji, this is not the first time the academy has organized such an event.
“This is the 4th edition, and we are proud of the progress and impact we have made so far in terms of exposing our raw talent to the European market,” he said.
The program has already proven successful, with several players from previous editions going on to excel in European leagues. Some notable examples include Haruna Saleh with PAOK in Greece and Praisegod Emersons in Slovakia.
As the program continues, clubs are gearing up to exhibit their talents, and the future looks bright for Nigeria’s young football stars.
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