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We‘ll cheer Eagles to Victory- NESC

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.. Applauds Runsewe for giving 500 tickets free to fans

The President of Nigeria Eagles Supporters Club NESC Sunday Gullong has assured that his club is ready to leave no stone unturned to ensure it cheers Nigeria Super Eagles to victory when they face Ghana in the forthcoming World Cup Qualifier games come 25th and 29th of this month.

This even as he applauded the Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Otunba Segun Runsewe for his gesture to give tickets to 500 fans come 29th of March.

Ghana, the four-time African champions, will host perennial rival, Nigeria at the Baba Yara Stadium, Kumasi on March 25 before traveling to Abuja for the second leg at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium on March 29th.

Gullong while addressing the journalist on Tuesday, inside Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja revealed that Ghana can’t stand against Nigeria by all means.

According to him, we are going to mobilize people across Abuja city for them to be at the stadium,

“We appreciate NFF because we had a zoom meeting with all 5 supporters clubs and we all agreed to harmonize, to unify our voice and support eagles on the day of the match.

“We are going to sing the same song but with our different green white green jersey our different uniform still carries the same Nigeria color.”

Before the game, we are starting our rally from Nyanya and ending it at Kubwa another group will start from Gwagwalada.

He, however, called on Nigerians to always support eagles like the NCACA DG as they have promised to give 500 free tickets to the first 500 fans that will arrive at Stadium on that match day.

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From Boardroom To Battlefield: Corporate Giants Trade Deals For Goals As Third Edition Of Corporate Stars League Kicks Off

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Joel Ajayi

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‎Ten corporate giants are preparing to swap boardroom meetings, spreadsheets and strategy decks for football boots, tactical battles and bragging rights as the Corporate Stars League returns with a promise of fierce competition, corporate networking and business deals that could extend beyond the touchline.
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‎For five weekends, beginning Saturday, October 24, 2026, participating organisations will battle for supremacy on the pitch, where boardroom influence counts for little without teamwork, skill, determination and the ability to find the back of the net.
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‎This year, new contenders have thrown their hats into the ring, hoping to dethrone defending champions Norrenberger and prevent them from making it back-to-back titles.
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‎But Norrenberger are not surrendering their crown without a fight. Their representative, Victor Olamide Mattews, insists the champions are ready to defend their title, warning challengers that stopping them will be no easy task.
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‎The company’s ambition to simplify wealth creation and champion inclusive financial solutions appears to extend beyond the financial market, with the champions eager to establish their dominance on the football pitch as well.
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‎Telecommunications giant MTN, whose slogan is “Everywhere You Go,” will also be looking to make a stronger impression after falling short last season. Their representative, Abubakar Bako says the team is returning with renewed determination, hoping to improve its performance and ensure that this time, its presence is felt across the competition.
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‎The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) is also taking its reach beyond financial statements and revenue collection to test its strength on the pitch. But whether its reform-driven approach can translate into football success remains another ball game entirely.
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‎Meanwhile, the representative of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (PI-CNG & EV), David Idakwo, says although this is the organisation’s first appearance in the competition, the team is ready to learn and challenge established conventions.
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‎Similarly, Hassan Haruna of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) says the organisation hopes to translate its financial discipline into tactical precision, sound decision-making and a winning performance on the pitch.
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‎Then comes Beer and Barn, ready to bring its own flavour to the contest. Beyond the football, the hospitality brand offers grilled pub meals, shawarma, live-band performances and energetic DJ nights. Its representatives will hope to make their presence felt on the pitch as much as they do in the entertainment and hospitality scene.
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‎However, the competition is not just about goals, celebrations and corporate bragging rights. With the Nigeria Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), the Pension Commission (PenCom) and Jaiz Bank also among the participating organisations, the banter is already gathering momentum.
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‎From playful jibes about power supply and infrastructure to pension benefits, investment decisions and corporate expansion, the pre-tournament exchanges have added another layer of excitement to a competition where professional rivalries will temporarily give way to football banter.
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‎But when the whistle blows, the real talking will have to be done with the ball. Every misplaced pass, missed chance and defensive lapse could prove costly, while a moment of brilliance could separate champions from challengers.
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‎Speaking after the draws and unveiling of the teams, 5Stars Operations Manager, Misal Dikko, said this year’s edition promises a higher level of competition, with more participating teams and increased expectations from corporate management.
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‎“We are going to have an interesting competition, especially with the number of participating teams and the level of expectations from management. They have shown they are ready to put their money where their mouth is by supporting their teams with all the necessary logistics,” Dikko said.
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‎With ten corporate teams preparing to battle over five weekends, the Corporate Stars League promises more than football. It is a meeting point for competition, camaraderie, networking and business opportunities.
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‎For the defending champions, the mission is to protect their crown. For the challengers, it is a chance to rewrite the story. And for every team, the ultimate objective is clear: turn corporate ambition into football glory.
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