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Versatile Midfielder, Charles Eyes Flying Eagles or Super Eagles call-up

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6 months ago

September 23, 2024

The fast-rising Nigeria football star Ribannu Charles is keen to wear the green and white shirt for the U-23 National team or the Super Eagles.

The Defensive midfielder, Charles has made a big impression at Ethiopian top league side Arbaminch FC.

The 2022/2023 Season Ribannu was voted player of the year when he was with Bahirdar FC and was instrumental for the club success he is relishing the chance to be called upon for the U23 national team or the eagles.

Born in 2002 he plays as a defensive midfielder and can play any position at the middle of the park, is determined to showcase his talents on the international scene.
Ribannu plays for Ethiopian top league side Arbaminch FC in the elite division of the league( Ethiopian Premier League).

He started his football career with Jihasu football academy in Nigeria before moving to Ethiopia.

While speaking, the versatile midfielder expressed that: “if he’s called up for the flying eagles he will leave no stone unturned to contribute and add more value to the team.

According to him I am proud to be Nigerian and I would love to play for Nigeria,”

However, It’s now left for the NFF to extend invitation to him and see what he can do.

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Cricket: Nigeria To Host ICC U19 Men’s World Cup Qualifier

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13 hours ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria Cricket Federation , NCF, says it is ready to host five other nations for the International Cricket Council ,ICC, Under 19 Men’s World Cup African Qualifier.

The tournament is billed for Lagos, with the matches to be held at the cricket ovals in Tafawa Balewa Square ,TBS, and the University of Lagos ,UniLag, from March 26 to April 6.

Uyi Akpata, President of the Federation, said in a statement on Sunday, that the tournament is about celebrating the growth of the game on the continent.

“Nigeria is thrilled to welcome these talented young cricketers and their supporters to Lagos.
“Our nation is known for its warm hospitality and fascinating cricketing potential, and we are committed to making this qualifier a memorable experience for all.

“This tournament is not just about competition; it’s about celebrating the growth of cricket in Africa and inspiring the next generation of players”, Akpata noted.

However, Kenya, Uganda, Namibia, Tanzania and Sierra Leone will join Nigeria to jostle for the continent’s sole ticket to the 2026 ICC Under 19 Men’s World Cup.

Meanwhile, Nigeria will be hoping to secure the ticket, having achieved same feat in 2019 and competing at the World Cup in South Africa 2020

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