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U23 Star Promise David Gets Award Plaque and Cash Reward for Player of the Month Feat
Talented Nigeria U23 star currently shining for Kalju FC in the Estonian league, Promise David has been honored with the Player of the Month award for his stellar performance in April. The award, sponsored by Gold Time, the company responsible for promoting the Estonia league presented the plaque and gift to David during Saturdays’ game in recognition of his outstanding contributions.
David’s exceptional talent and goal-scoring prowess have earned him widespread acclaim and admiration in the Estonian league. His sensational performances have not only dazzled fans but also attracted attention from clubs across Europe vying for his signature.
In April, David’s stellar performance reached new heights as he showcased his scoring prowess by netting five goals in four games. To start May, he scored two goals and provided one assist, increasing his tally to eight goals and three assists for the ongoing season. His remarkable achievements on the pitch have cemented his reputation as the most formidable strikers in the league.
In addition to the prestigious award, David received a cash reward for his stellar performance, adding to the accolades and encomium he has garnered throughout the season. As clubs across Europe clamor for his signature, David’s future looks promising as he continues to showcase his skills and make a mark on the footballing world.
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Stakeholders Ought to Project Nigerian Sports in Positive Light – NSC DG Olopade
…Says projecting positive image is key to attracting and sustaining investments
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has charged stakeholders in the sports sector to consistently project Nigerian sports in a positive light to attract the necessary funding and drive sustainable growth in the industry.
Speaking at the Sports Africa Investment Summit (SAIS), co-organized by the NSC and Sports Nigeria in Lagos, Olopade emphasized that the perception of Nigeria’s sports industry plays a crucial role in securing private-sector investment.
“Like international best practices, you don’t de-market a product you intend to take to the market because the perception of the product out there matters a lot.”
“As someone who has worked in the private sector for more than two decades, I understand why our sports have not attracted optimal private-sector investment. This is why, at the NSC, we are working to change the narrative with our Reset, Rethink, and Relaunch campaign,” he stated.
Olopade pointed out that top global sports institutions have thrived because they collectively built a positive image over time, ensuring strong brand perception among all stakeholders.
As a panelist at the Summit’s breakout session, Olopade also addressed the capacity gaps in corporate governance, administration, and management within Nigeria’s sports federations. He outlined key reforms introduced by the NSC under the leadership of Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko, particularly in corporate governance structures.
“And I am glad to say we are already getting positive results from this because in Rugby where they now have a COO, they are already on the verge of security two Sponsorships and the President of the Nigeria Badminton Federation, Francis Obih, has just informed me of how impactful their new COO, Blessing Ekwe, was to the team at the recently finished All Africa Badminton Championship in Cameroon.”
Additionally, Olopade revealed plans to introduce dedicated Corporate Communications Units across all sports federations to enhance information management and strategic dissemination.
“Now, plans are underway to ensure all the sports federations have corporate communications teams for cutting-edge information management and dissemination,” he concluded.
The NSC’s commitment to reshaping Nigerian sports through strategic branding, governance reforms, and private-sector engagement continues to set a new course for the future of the industry.
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