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‘Your Plans Will Fail, Gusau Is Coming Back,’ Gara Gombe Declares

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4 months ago

July 28, 2026

Sports administrator and football stakeholder Alhaji Gara Gombe has dismissed attempts to remove Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, insisting that those plotting against him will not succeed.

Speaking to Journalist on Monday in Abuja, Gombe said Gusau remains the legitimate leader of the NFF and expressed confidence that he would complete his tenure despite criticisms surrounding the administration.

According to him, Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup should not be blamed solely on the current NFF leadership, noting that previous administrations also failed to secure qualification but were given another opportunity to continue in office.

“We may fail to qualify for the World Cup, but that does not mean the NFF leadership should be changed. Football development is a process, and people should assess the facts rather than allow sentiment to guide their opinions,” he said.

Gombe argued that Gusau inherited several challenges and should be allowed enough time to implement reforms before being judged.

He also alleged that some individuals were planning to destabilise the NFF using tactics similar to those employed during previous football administration crises, including attempts to force changes in leadership through external interference.

“It will not work. Gusau is not going anywhere. He will come back because the process is different now, and football administration must be allowed to remain stable,” he stated.

The outspoken administrator condemned threats and insults directed at him over his support for the NFF president, saying he would always express his opinions based on conviction rather than personal interests.

Gombe maintained that he has no personal agenda or desire for political appointments, stressing that he would continue to speak out whenever he believes football administrators or government officials are performing well or falling short of expectations.

He added that while he supports Gusau’s leadership, he would not hesitate to criticise the NFF president if the administration fails to improve Nigerian football during a second term.

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Lagos Women Run: Excitement Builds Ahead of Saturday’s TBS Race

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18 hours ago

November 10, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Participants from different walks of life are eagerly looking forward to the Lagos Women Run scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.

The participants have expressed excitement about the opportunities and experiences the annual event promises to offer.

Our correspondent reports that, in addition to runners from within Lagos and other parts of Nigeria, some athletes are expected to travel from outside the country to participate in the race.

The organisers are already making preparations for the large number of registered participants, while the possibility of accepting late entries will depend on the timing and other arrangements.

The Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, said participants should expect an improved experience compared with previous editions.

“We have to continue to get better, as that is the driving force for us as organisers. We will be bigger and better with every edition,” Popoola said.

The 2026 Lagos Women Run will hold on Saturday, November 14, with Tafawa Balewa Square serving as the starting point.

Participants are expected to arrive at the venue by 6:30 a.m. for the event.

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