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2022-08-26 22:01:26 A Member of the NFF technical committee, Balele Kurfi is hoping that the next President or the Vice President of the NFF comes out of the North Western geo-political zone of the country.Two Northwest aspirants Musa Ahmadu and Ibrahim Gusau have already declared their intention to run for the NFF Presidency, with more to follow according to reports in the media. In his words, “please, let’s go and ensure this election is peaceful and doable, and we achieve and bring the most credible candidate and within the FA members, whoever is the best either from any regions in the country South-South, Southwest, Northeast, North Central. And if we get it, we can’t reject it, the Northwest, you know we are very good and smart in getting the slot.” “There is nothing bad if the whole of Nigerians agrees and endorses Northwest and if we cannot get the president, we will accept the vice president. Football is born in the Northwest so, whether you like it or not, the vice President or the president must come from either north-west so, other five regions can produce their president but as for us in the Northwest, Insha Allah, we are hoping and praying either in two ways, we are not going to succumb to pressure,”  Balele said. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Electoral Committee 2022 earlier released the timetable for the NFF elections slated to hold Friday, 30th September in Benin City, Edo State. The election will see a new administration take over from the Amaju Pinnick administration that has held sway over Nigeria football for eight years. According to the committee, the electoral process will begin on Monday, 29th August with the sales of nomination forms, endorsements, and return of forms. It is expected to span till Thursday, 8th September 2022. The screening of the candidates is fixed for Friday, 9th, and Saturday, 10th September with the shortlist of successful candidates to be announced on the 12th by the electoral committee.The post NFF Election: Balele Kurfi backs North Western aspirants appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-26 20:54:00 Maduka Okoye has expressed disappointment with the outcome of his Watford’s debut.Okoye made his long awaited debut for the Hornets at Vicarage Road on Tuesday.The 22-year-old conceded in each half as Watford suffered a 2-0 League Cup Round of 32 defeat against League One side MK Dons.The goalkeeper was beaten for the first time in the 45th minute by Darragh Burns, before allowing Matthew Dennis 25-yards rocket to hit the back of his net.The result however signaled the end to the Hornets adventure in the League Cup.In his reaction, Okoye said he’s disappointed with the outcome of the game, but expressed gratitude to the fans for their support.  Despite the disappointment, I enjoyed every single second playing in front of you Hornets!
Thanks for the support! We move pic.twitter.com/6bx5rCpmEY— Maduka Okoye (@OkoyeMaduka) August 25, 2022  The former Sparta Rotherham shot-stopper is yet to make appearance for Watford in the league.The post Okoye disappointed with Watford’s debut appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-26 19:07:42 Nigeria and Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, revealed he has completed his business and management degree at De Montfort University.Ndidi spoke with football diary and stated the reasons behind his decision to take the courses.In 2019, he decided to get educated despite being a super regular for Premier League side Leicester City.“I’m done with it, I did ten class courses which can enroll me in proper university degree, it’s just to enlightened me about business and entrepreneurship for the future,” He told football diary.Ndidi has established himself as a regular feature in the Leicester City first team since his arrival from Genk in 2017.The post Ndidi completes Management Program appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-26 19:07:40 Anthony Nwakaeme has signed for Saudi Pro side team Al-Fayha and the deal was confirmed Thursday by the club.Nwakaeme signed for Al-Fayha as a free agent, following the expiration of his contract with Turkish Champions Trabzonspor.The player signed a two-year deal on Wednesday and the club made the official announcement the following day at Jabal Munikh Castle.A club statement read:The pride we have in our heritage and the glory of our ancestors led us to choose Munikh Castle built over 600 years ago which symbolizes steadfastness and strength, as the venue for welcoming newly-signed Al Fayhaa player Anthony Nwakaeme through one of the most famous folk arts in Saudi Arabia. Nwakaeme spent four seasons with Trabzonspor, where he won the league title and Turkish club.The post Anthony Nwakaeme joins Saudi Arabian side Al-Fayha appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-26 19:07:38 The city of Abuja got its share of the Dangote Cement ‘Bag of Goodies’ as Mamza Joshua Abba walked away with the star prize of N5 million, making him the first multi-millionaire to emerge from this season’s promo. MediaMamza Joshua Abba, winner of N5 million (Abuja)The prize-giving award held on Wednesday 24th August 2022, at Adamawa Plaza, Central Area, Abuja was one to remember as Ozoemna Stella, Ayodele Oshoba, Adamu Oseni, Andrew Emmanuel Adeje, and Umeh Chigozie walked away with N1 million each. MediaL-R: Ayodele Oshoba, Adamu Oseni, Mamza Joshua Abba, Ozoemna Stella, Andrew Emmanuel Adeje and Umeh Chigozie.Dangote Cement, Nigeria’s leading cement production company, prides itself as a trailblazer. From the quality of products they offer to their interest in the wellbeing of the common man, the brand has lived up to high standards and the Bag of Goodies spell and win promo is an offshoot of this sentiment.According to Mr Bankole George, Regional Director, North Central, Dangote Cement, the Dangote brand is one everybody wants to be associated with because Alhaji Dangote is a man of excellence. Apart from his desire to only put out the best products, he is a man concerned with the well-being of everyone in the value chain. “He always shows concern for his staff and the people of Nigeria. His big heart and his desire to ease the struggles of the everyday Nigerian is what birthed the Bag of Goodies promo”. Mr George continued by saying “I am excited to talk about this promo and I am bold to say that I don’t know any other brand in Nigeria that can pull off a campaign of this magnitude on a yearly basis”. MediaMr Bankole George, Regional Director, North Central, Dangote Cement.He ended his opening remarks by reiterating that “apart from the millions being dished out all across the country, there are millions of gifts to be won. So I ask that everyone should move over to the Dangote Cement side of life.” Speaking on the authenticity of the promo, Mr Mamza Joshua Abba, the star prize winner stated that “I felt it wasn’t possible to win and it was staged. But when I found out I was a winner, my doubts vanished”. Another winner, Mrs Ozoemna Stella said that “I couldn’t imagine myself collecting N1 Naira from Dangote Cement. If anyone still doubts, look at me as your evidence. I am so happy and I pray that Dangote will continue to reign in Nigeria”. MediaMrs Ozoemna Stella, winner N1 million (Abuja)Apart from the cash prizes, many people went home with prizes like refrigerators, smart televisions, rechargeable fans and lots more. Right on the heels of the Abuja event, another prize giving ceremony took place on Thursday 25th August in Ikorodu Lagos, Akinbi Adeola Dupe, Ayoola Adebayo lfe, Alabi Bukola Christiana, Afeez Sulaiman Ademola, Jimoh Ajala, ILesanmi Raphael, Keshinro Adeniyi Joseph and Nelson Okwunna Onuwa bagged N1 million each. The Ikorodu leg is the 4th in the series of prize-giving events to be held in August and the Dangote brand is slated to hold many more around the country. MediaJimoh Ajala, winner N1 million (Ikorodu) MediaAlabi Bukola Christiana, winner N1 million (Ikorodu)The Bag of Goodies spell and win is a consumer promo designed by Dangote Cement to empower Nigerians. The promo has run for 2 years consecutively and this year’s edition, “Bag of Goodies 3” making it the third, is set to produce 125 millionaires monthly. To participate, buy any “Bag of Goodies 3” Dangote Cement, pick out the… Open / Comment

2022-08-26 14:53:58 Jide Fatokun won’t be moving to Remo Stars after talks between both parties broke down.It was widely reported that Fatokun will be signing for the Sky Blues Army ahead of next season, after his club Kwara United agreed to let him leave.The move to Remo Stars however has taken a new twist and the player is set to remain with the Harmony Boys for next season.Brila.net understands that both parties couldn’t reach an agreement on salary as Remo Stars aren’t prepared to match his excessive demand.Fakotun is one of the most sorted after youngsters in the NPFL, following his consistent form for the past two seasons.Like Remo Stars, Kwara United are competing in the CAF Confederations Cup and Fatokun staying put is a massive lift for the club.The post Remo Stars pulls out deal to sign Fatokun appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-26 13:53:47 Calvin Bassey will face both his former side Glasgow Rangers as well as International teammate, Victor Osimhen this season in the UEFA Champions League.Following Thursday’s draw, Bassey’s new team Ajax Amsterdam, were pitted in Group A with Rangers, Liverpool and Napoli.Bassey only left Rangers for Ajax Amsterdam last month in a deal worth £16.8m, after an impressive 2021-2022 campaign.Following the draw outcome, the 22-year-old versatile defender, shared his thoughts on the possible return to Ibrox and facing national team pal Victor Osimhen.“I can’t believe it”, Bassey said as he shared a picture of him shocked and excited at the same time. MediaThe Leicester City academy graduate made his league debut for the Dutch Champions over the weekend.The post Bassey reacts to getting Rangers and Osimhen in UCL appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-26 13:53:46 Manchester United is interested in a swap deal that’ll involve Victor Osimhen and Cristiano Ronaldo, according to reports. Italian transfer expert, Gianluca DiMarzio on Friday revealed, that Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendez, in agreement with Manchester United offered Ronaldo to Napoli, stating that the Red Devils are ready to offer a €100M for the Eagles star. Ronaldo wants to leave the club to play Champions League football, and United are ready to grant his wish, providing they can bring in a suitable replacement. Osimhen’s future at Napoli has also been a subject of debate all summer, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Barcelona, Paris Saint-German and Bayern Munich rumoured to be interested. The Partenopei’s President Aurelius Did Laurentiis states that the 23-year-old isn’t available for sale this summer, with Osimhen also releasing a statement confirming his statement. However United are confident that an offer of €100m plus Ronaldo could force the club and player to reconsider their position. Osimhen has scored twice and created one for Napoli in two league games this season.The post Man United offers €100m plus Ronaldo for Osimhen appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-26 12:53:47 Striker Odion Ighalo was on target for Al-Hilal in their first match of the 2022-2023 Saudi Arabian Premier League campaign. Ighalo also assisted another goal as the defending Champions defeated the Al-Khaleel 2-0 on Thursday night at the King Muhammed Bin Fuad Stadium. Ighalo broke the deadlock as early as the third minute with a fine strike from the edge of the box. The Super Eagles star then set up Malian forward Moussa Marega in the 25th minute for Al-Hilal’s second. The former Manchester United and Watford forward was substituted in the 88th minute and replaced by 22-year-old Saudi Arabian forward Abdullah Al-Hamdan. There were no further goals in the second half as Al Hilal held on to their advantage. Super Eagles star Odion Ighalo finished as the top scorer in the Saudi Professional League last season with 24 goals. Meanwhile, Ramon Diaz’s men will be aiming to continue their impressive start when they host Al Feiha at home next Wednesday.The post Odion Ighalo kick-start new season with a bang appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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2022-08-25 13:53:36 Benedict Akwuegbu has called for unity among ex-internationals ahead of the coming Nigeria Football Federation election in Benin City. Current president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has made it clear he won’t be running for the office again this year after spending 8 years as president of the Football body. Five ex-internationals, alongside Akwuegbu, however, have shown interest in the NFF top seat ahead of the election slated for Benin City next month. Sources however revealed the players union is worried over the multiple candidacies and it is believed that it might hamper the chances of the union at the polls. In a chat with brila.net, Akwuegbu confirmed that the players union is not united as it should be, and stated there is a need to put the house in order before the poll. “The election is coming, and we are all preparing in our own ways, but there is a need for us (the ex-internationals) to be united going into the polls because nothing can be achieved without togetherness.” “We have the experience and know-how. We can no longer play seat on the fence and watch our football go down the drain.” He said. “Asked if he would be interested in dialogue a with the body to present a candidate to contest the presidency of Nigeria Football Federation, the former striker said. Of course, I’m ready to meet with anyone and discuss, the most important thing is Nigerian football and we need everyone to contribute their quota.” “I have absolutely no problem with that.” He concluded. The post NFF Election: Akwuegbu calls for unity among ex internationals appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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