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World Polio Para-Soccer Championship MatchDay 4 Zamfara Battles Bauchi

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Joel Ajayi

It will be another explosive and  fierce battle when  Zamfara state and Bauchi state will slug it out Tommorow (Tuesday) in the Match Day 4 of the ongoing  7th edition of World Polio Para-Soccer tournament inside old parade Ground in Abuja the federal Capital City.

 

In the second game of the day, Sokoto will  square it out with Borno state in the  match by 3:00pm while Nasarawa state will face President Muhammadu Buhari Kastina  Kastina by 4:30 pm as battles for supremacy continued.

 

However, the games played on Monday, Bauchi defeated Kaduna 2-0, Sokoto bowed to Kastina by 1-6

 

Also, Ganduje boys Kano thrased Gombe 6-1 As Nasarawa piped Borno 3-2.

 

A total of 10 teams are taking part in the annual tournament sponsored by Para-Soccer Federation in conjunction with Rotary Club as part of efforts to keep polio @ zero level in the country.

 

Meanwhile, President of Para Soccer Federation of Nigeria Alhaji Musbau Lawa Didi urged FCT resident to come out en mass to come and watch ability in disability in all the players.

 

 

DAY FOUR FIXTURES

 

ZAMFARA  vs BAUCHI 1PM

SOKOTO    vs BORNO 3PM

NASARAWA vs KATSINA 4:30

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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