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Sadiq Yusuf Supports Abu Dhabi FA Players’ Move to Dubai
Cyril Ogar
Deputy Chief of Staff to the Niger State Governor, Sadiq Yusuf, popularly known as “King of Boys” and “D’Cos,” has supported the movement of players from Abu Dhabi Football Academy to a new club in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Yusuf’s intervention helped facilitate the players’ relocation as they begin a new phase of their football careers in the UAE.
Six players from Abu Dhabi Football Academy have now travelled to Dubai and have already commenced training with their new team.
The players took part in their first training session with the Dubai-based club Monday, marking the beginning of their integration into the team and preparations for upcoming fixtures.
The support from Yusuf followed an appeal for assistance to enable the academy players complete their travel arrangements and take advantage of the opportunity to continue their football development in Dubai.
Vice President of Abu Dhabi Football Academy, Usman Abubakar Chata, expressed appreciation to Yusuf for supporting the players and helping to ease their transition to the new club.
He described the intervention as timely, noting that it would provide the young footballers with an opportunity to further develop their careers and gain valuable experience in the professional game.
The gesture underscores Yusuf’s support for youth development and his commitment to helping young football talents maximise opportunities within and beyond Nigeria.
With the six players now in Dubai and already training with their new team, attention turns to their continued development and prospects in the UAE football scene.
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YellowGreens Thrash The Gambia by 160 Runs in Dominant Display
Joel Ajayi
Selim Salau’s century and a breathtaking late assault from Isaac Okpe powered Nigeria to a dominant opening victory at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C in Abuja.
Nigeria’s senior men’s national cricket team, the YellowGreens, made a resounding start to their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C campaign, defeating The Gambia by 160 runs at the NCF Oval 2 in Abuja on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
After winning the toss and electing to bat, Nigeria produced a formidable total of 262 for one in their allotted 20 overs, setting The Gambia a daunting target of 263 runs.
The innings was anchored by an outstanding century from Selim Salau, who remained unbeaten on 105 off 58 deliveries, striking 12 fours and three sixes. Isaac Danladi provided excellent support with an impressive 86 off 48 balls, including seven fours and four sixes, as the pair laid the foundation for Nigeria’s commanding total.
Isaac Okpe then delivered a sensational finishing assault, smashing an unbeaten 56 off just 16 deliveries, with three fours and six sixes. His remarkable strike rate of 350.00 propelled Nigeria beyond the 260-run mark and put the hosts firmly in control.
The Gambia faced an uphill battle in their chase and were eventually bowled out for 102 in 17.2 overs, handing Nigeria a comprehensive 160-run victory.
The result marked an emphatic opening statement from the YellowGreens as they began their campaign on home soil with an impressive all-round performance.
The victory also provides Nigeria with valuable momentum in a six-team competition featuring hosts Nigeria, The Gambia, Uganda, Zambia, Lesotho and Mozambique. With the teams competing in a round-robin format, the top two sides will progress to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final in 2027.
Nigeria will look to build on this commanding start as the YellowGreens continue their pursuit of one of the two available qualification places, with their next fixture against Zambia scheduled for Wednesday, 21 October, at the NCF Oval 1 in Abuja.
Final Score
Nigeria: 262/1 (20 overs)
The Gambia: 102 all out (17.2 overs)
Result: Nigeria won by 160 runs.
Key Performers
Selim Salau — 105 not out off 58 balls
Isaac Danladi — 86 off 48 balls
Isaac Okpe — 56 not out off 16 balls
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