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Zakari Tahir Wins 2021 Noah Dallaji U17 Basketball MVP Award

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4 years ago

August 18, 2021

Zakari Tahir is the runaway winner of the Most Valuable Player Award of the 2021 Noah Dallaji Legacy U17 Basketball Tournament.

The Kano U17 Basketball team forward helped Kano to emerge champions after defeating Kaduna (72-70) in the final. He played in all the seven matches from the preliminary to the final in the 8-day tournament in Kano.

Taihir, 16, beat Azi Obinna (Plateau) in the voting results to win the award. He was also awarded the Highest Scorer, emerging the highest points scorer in the competition averaging 4.3 points in 7 matches. Behind Taihir, Azi Obinna posted a mouthwatering performance in the competition emerging as the Assist Leader while Samuel Alphonsus of Kaduna won the Highest Rebounder and the Defensive Player Awards.

Kano pipped Kaduna (72-70) to emerge champions of the maiden Noah Dallaji Legacy U17 Basketball Tournament as Kaduna won silver trophy while Plateau edged Kebbi to win bronze medal.

Elated Zakari while speaking with journalists said the award is dedicated to his mum who has been supporting him. He added that he will be willing to play for D’Tigers and also played in the NBA.

“I dedicate this MVP award to my mum who has been supporting me through the thick and thin. I also thank my team mates who make it possible for me to win the award. My coach is also like a father to us. This award should motivate me to be up my game and play in the NBA and for D’Tigers in future.”

The tournament is named after the sponsor, Engineer Noah Dallaji, president, African Children Talents Discovery Foundation (ACTDF), a Non-Governmental Organization that focuses on creating platform for African Children to soar in their careers.

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Riyadh 2025: Nigeria’s Boxing Contingent Departs for Saudi Arabia

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12 hours ago

November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Team Nigeria’s boxing contingent has officially departs the shores of the country for Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ahead of the 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games, taking place from November 7 to 21, 2025.

The team forms a vital part of Nigeria’s contingent at the multi-sport event, which gathers athletes from across over 55 nations globally. Nigeria’s participation reflects the nation’s commitment to expanding its global sporting profile and using sport as a tool for unity, national pride, and youth development.

Chief de Mission, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, described the Riyadh Games as a “crucial aspect of Nigeria’s strategic sports development plan,” emphasizing that the event serves as both a test of preparation and a pathway toward greater international success, including at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

He reaffirmed the NSC’s commitment to ensuring that Nigerian athletes receive the necessary support to excel on global platforms.

“This is more than just another international competition; it is a vital stepping-stone for our athletes toward Olympian ambitions,” Hon. Bukola Olopade said ahead of the team’s departure.

“Our team is prepared, focused, and hungry for success. We carry the hopes of the nation with us to Riyadh,” Hon. Olopade added.
Nigeria has maintained a strong presence at the Games since the inaugural edition in 2005. Over the years, the country’s athletes have recorded success across various sporting categories.

The contingent is led by experienced coaches and supported by technical staff dedicated to achieving peak performance levels.

As the competition gets set to begin in Riyadh, all eyes will be on the Nigerian contingent to deliver a performance that reinforces the country’s reputation as one of Africa’s leading sporting nations.

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