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Teams FCT Storms Asaba for National Youth Games, vows to fight for Honour
FCT contingent for the youth games in Asaba departed for the games yesterday 10th of September 2024 and they arrived Asaba safely.
A total of 107 Athletes and 35 officials make up the contingent.
They will be competing in 21 different sports hoping to surpass their previous 7th position in the last two editions.
Speaking with the Director of Sports FCT Mr Luka Istifanus, he said he was elated by the support given to them by the sports loving Honourable Minister of FCT, His Excellency Ezenwo Nyesom Wike who approved the budget for games and it was released immediately for the mobilization to camp,traveling logistics and other things.
“I am happy because this is the first time we didn’t have any hitches in securing funds for a major event like the youth games.
“The Minister has been very supportive and passionate about sports development in the FCT particularly grassroot. I know we will do well to surpass our past achievements at the games”
FCT in recent times have enjoyed in these competitions and surpassing previous milestones achieved both at the youth games and senior sports festivals by making top 10 which had not happened before.
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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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