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Tijani Babangida Celebrates 51st Birthday, Expresses Gratitude to Nigerians
Former Nigerian international, Tijani Babangida, marked his 51st birthday on September 25, 2024, with heartfelt appreciation for God’s goodness in his life. Babangida, who survived a devastating car accident that claimed the lives of his brother Ibrahim and son Fadir, acknowledged the significance of this milestone.
“This birthday is about thanking God for sparing my life,” Babangida said from the Netherlands, where he and his wife are undergoing final rounds of treatment. “I’m grateful for the outpouring of support and prayers from Nigerians during this challenging period.”
Babangida reserved special thanks for individuals and organizations that contributed to his and his wife’s treatment:
“I appreciate the Governor of Kaduna state, Senator Uba Sani; the president of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau; my former clubs, Ajax Amsterdam and VVV-Venlo; and numerous well-wishers who have stood by me. Your kindness and generosity have been overwhelming.”
“I want to also single out Alhaji Sadiq Mamma Lagos, commissioner for the Ministry for local government chieftancy affairs. He has been a brother indeed to me.
“I want to also express my deepest gratitude to the president of the Nigeria football federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau for all his shows of love and care. Not also forgetting my friend, Alhaji Shehu Dikko.
“Let me also express my heartfelt thanks to my friend Engr. Mike Auta for all his support. He is a friend indeed.
“I also do not want to forget members of the players Union, retired and current players. They were very supportive to me and I really appreciate them all.
“I know that there are lots and lots of people who contributed in several ways towards making me recuperate from the accident but there is no way I can mention all their names. They should have it at the back of their heart that I am highly grateful for,” TJ stated.
As he celebrates, Babangida emphasized his focus on spirituality and gratitude:
“This birthday is not about grand celebrations but about appreciating God and those who have been instrumental in my recovery. I’m humbled by the love and support.”
Babangida’s testament to resilience and faith serves as an inspiration to many.
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Lawal Delivers Another Brilliant Performance in Europe
After displaying great form for Istra 1961against Vukovar in the score draw encounter in the elite league few days ago in Croatia, Salim Fago Lawal has continued to enjoy rave of the moment status in the Eastern European nation.
On Wednesday, Lawal was on the scores sheet for Istra in the 75th minute against Kurilovec, but it was only for consolation, as Istra crashed out of Croatian cup in round 16.
It was a masterpiece display from the former Flying Eagles striker, whose work rate has shown great development after joining Istra from modest Nigerian clubside in 2023.
He has scored three goals and two assists, totally five – goal contribution as a striker so far this season.
Interestingly, two other Flying Eagles players, Israel Ayuma and Charles Agada, who are also former players of Mavlon FC, featured in the game and they gave good account of themselves.
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