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The President of the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA), @FIFAcom Gianni Infantino, has expressed confidence in the capability of Malam Shehu Dikko to achieve success in his assignment as the Chairman of the National Sports Commission of Nigeria. In a congratulatory message signed by Infantino and sent to Dikko on Thursday, October 31, the FIFA President stated that he is convinced that his knowledge, experience, passion and personal qualities will have significant impact in the discharge of his duties. Infantino noted that there is already a lot of satisfaction across the populace on Dikko's appointment and wished him "best of luck and every success" in the task. FIFA and Infantino's confidence in Dikko derives from the appreciation of his contributions in global sports both as as a member of FIFA Stakeholders Committee since 2017 to date and part of IFAB-FIFA Experts Panel in 2020. Dikko is also the longest serving member of the Con

In a groundbreaking move to become the best football academy in Nigeria, five prodigies from GreenLock FC of Abuja have signed with Gulf United FC, a top team in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Ashiru Ibrahim, Daniel Odumu, Hamed Traore, Taofiq Yekini, and Opeyemi Falade have completed the move from Nigeria to join the Eagles. This transfer not only showcases the exceptional talents of the five players but also represents a partnership between Gulf United FC and GreenLock to develop young players. The players were hand-selected by the GreenLock FC scouting team in Nigeria. Funsho Clifton Peters, Executive Vice Chairman of GreenLock, expressed his delight with this development. "It's a privilege for GreenLock players to have direct access to pathways such as the Gulf United FC. We are working hard to create a one-of-a-kind club in GreenLock which can attract regional and global attention. "It's no secret that Nigeria has some of the best talent globally. Ou

The Nationwide League One (NLO), organisers of the biggest grassroot domestic football league in Africa, are in talks with the National Lottery Trust Fund.  Olushola Ogunnowo, Cheif Operating Officer (COO) during the week, paid a courtesy visit to the head office of the National Lottery Trust Fund and was received by its Executive Secretary Mr Tosin Adeyanju. According to Ogunnowo, the meeting with Adeyanju was to seek support and how the National Lottery Trust Fund can partner with the Nationwide League One.  "The NLO is delighted to announce that it has started talking with the executives of the National Lottery Trust Fund.  "The support the NLO intends to get from the National Lottery Trust Fund, if all goes to plan will mark an exciting new chapter, as we also look forward to exploring new opportunities for the nation's third-league.  "National Lottery Trust Fund support for the NLO which will come in form of partnership, will strengthens NLTF connect

A former official in the Marketing Department of the Confederation of African de Football (CAF), Mr. Amos Ado has revealed that the Orumogege Football Tournament is a platform designed to harness the numerous football talents in Ogbomoso.  Amos Ado, Head of Kinetic Sports and Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the football tournament, also gave ingredients that can make the beautiful round leather game in Nigeria marketable.  "Football ball is a very marketable event. We just have to put all our facilities in good shape to attract brands.  "The playing pitches must be of standard, making sure we televise our footballing event and the most important fans and ensuring our football venues are safe for everyone.  The former COPA Lagos Beach football organizer and marketing expert gave an insight into how the Orumogege Football Tourney came about.  "For a very long time, I had it in mind to do something different in football, so I met an organizat

The Nationwide League One (NLO) has played a critical role in the development of Nigerian football by consistently supplying top talents to the Nigerian national teams, European and African teams, likewise the Nigeria Premier Football League and Nigeria National League clubs.  Established formally under the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) in 2008, the league has become a foundational platform for young players across Nigeria to showcase their talents and Afriskaut is proud to partner with the Nationwide League One to sponsor the NLO Cup. Afriskaut's partnership with the NLO is a perfect blend of the league's rich history of player development and Afriskaut's cutting-edge expertise in data-driven football scouting and players analytics. Afriskaut aims to create a benchmark for youth talent in Nigerian football and brings its expertise in football talent identification, data-driven insights, and marketing to elevate the league's profile and the players with

A goalkeeper who displays a stellar performance during the 12 edition Optima Energy Gold Cup preseason tournament ongoing at the Remo Stars International Stadium and FC Ebedei Stadium, will take home a special award.  The award is being sponsored by Super Eagles and now Al Merreikh of Sudan shot stopper Ojo Olorunleke.  Olorunleke, 28-year-old, penned a two-year contract with Al Merreikh, who told Optima Energy Gold Cup media channel why he chooses to sponsor the award.  "A lot of credits should be given to men in between the sticks, as goalkeepers are  integral part of a team.  "At this year's edition of the goalkeeper who keeps the most clean sheets and makes outstanding saves and displays heroics in penalty shootout will be rewarded with an award." Meanwhile the knockout stage of the nation's prestigious preseason tournament kicks on Thursday with two mouthwatering clashes between defending champions Beyond Limits and FC Ebedei at 8am, while Shooting Stars of