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Saidu Sees Bright Future Ahead for Nigerian Handball
Joel Ajayi
Secretary General of the Commonwealth Handball Association, Member of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) representing the North Central Zone, and Chairman of the Kogi State Handball Association, Jubril Saidu, has expressed optimism that Nigerian handball is on the path to revival and growth.
Saidu made this known on Thursday when he appeared before the Electoral Committee of the National Sports Commission to present his manifesto for the upcoming Federations election.
“We’ve already offered ourselves as sacrificial lambs for the development of handball in Nigeria,” he said. “Our main contribution is to ensure that young players in handball get the opportunities they deserve. We must create enough activities and competitions for them to participate in. That drive is what inspired me to aspire to lead the Federation.”
Saidu, who recently participated in organizing the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship in the Maldives and Ireland, noted that the international exposure gained from such events will help improve the management and administration of the sport locally.
> “With the experience we’ve gathered internationally, it will be easier to apply that knowledge back home. I’ve met people of great vision and capacity within the Federation, and I’m confident that with collective effort, handball in Nigeria will grow stronger. Our programs and goals will become realities,” he added.
Addressing questions about his leadership style and continued support after the last close election, Saidu emphasized that leadership is about understanding and individuality.
> “Leadership styles differ,” he explained. “Mr. A can never be Mr. B — they may look alike but are not the same. My approach to administration may be different, but I can assure you that under my leadership, things will move positively for the sport.”
Saidu reaffirmed his dedication to ensuring that Nigerian handball reaches new heights through strategic programs, youth development, and effective administration.
Sports
Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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