NWPL: Barrister Edeh hails Naija Ratels' determined performance

 

Naija Ratels President Barrister Paul Edeh has hailed his side's dogged spirit after playing out a 2-2 draw against Premiership giant Edo Queens at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin on Wednesday evening. 

The 'One Day At A Time' Ladies boss expressed his delight following his side's impressive performance and tasked them to keep improving game by game. 

The Abuja based team fought back from 2-0 down to secure a crucial draw against the Wemimo Mathew tutored side Edo Queens in Benin. 

Bankole Sofiat and Olamide Audugbe, who bagged a goal each in the game, were introduced into the match in the second half by Bankole Olowookeere. 

An elated Barrister Paul Edeh who was present at the Stadium admitted his side started the game on an unimpressive note, but is pleased that they improved on their performance in the second half. 

"Its a good result away from home, especially coming to the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, which the Technical Crew and Players knew it was going to be very difficult, but we were so determined from the onset. ,"

"We had alot of respect for them in the first half. We showed them a lot of respect and that was why we had to come out stronger later in the second half.

"I don't think Edo Queens underrated us, but we upped our game later on, created alot of chances, and deservedly earned a rare draw in Benin.

"We also understand that the league is a journey and hopefully, we learn from every game and improve on our weaknesses. 

Naija Ratels are third on the log of Group A and  will face Adamawa Queens on Matchday three of the NWFL Premiership at the Area 10 Sports Complex.

Kogi Government Restates Commitment To Improving Secondary Education

 

By Stephen Adeleye

Kogi State Government has restated her commitment to programmes that will improve the secondary school education in the state.

The State's Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Hon. Wemi Jones, FCIB, gave the assurance while speaking at the ''North Central Advocacy and Sensitization Forum and Stakeholders' Meeting'', on the establishment of the National Senior Secondary School Education Commission (NSSEC) at Makurdi, Benue State.

Jones said that the Administration of Governor Yahaya Bello, was ready to support the ideas of NSSEC in developing secondary education in the state in its bid to lift the education sector to a higher pedestral

According to Jones, to salvage the education system of the country, the secondary school system must not be neglected.

“As you are all aware, basic education, comprising primary and junior secondary education has Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) as its regulatory and intervention body, while the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE), National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and National Universities Commission (NUC) regulate colleges of education, polytechnics and universities respectively.

“In the same vein, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) serves as an intervention agency for higher institutions in Nigeria.

"From this analogy, only Senior Secondary Education has no functional regulatory and intervention agency", he said.

He stressed that the secondary school education remained a critical stage where students decide their careers in life, insisting that it could not  be neglected.

The commissioner maintained that it was time for the North Central to rise and take their rightful place in academic excellence.

He commended the Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu and the Executive Secretary of NSSEC; describing the initiative as a step in the right direction.

''It is noteworthy that the NSSEC is seeking partnership with critical stakeholders, state governments and traditional institutions to reposition senior secondary schools in Nigeria'', he said.

The commissioner emphasised that NSSEC remained a brilliant move towards repositioning secondary Sshool education in Kogi State.

The commissioner was accompanied by the leadership of the State Technical Education and Teaching Service Commission (STETSCOM), 

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Heartland players drag club to FIFA over 8 months unpaid salaries

 

Ahead of the 2021/22 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season scheduled to kick off next week, the players of Heartland FC of Owerri, have threatened to take the Naze Millionaire,  to World Football governing body, FIFA over eight months unpaid salaries.

Prior to the end of last NPFL season, the management of the Owerri-based side, promised the team, that all their financial entitlement including, the eight months backlog of salaries will be paid, but according to the players nothing has been paid.

With less than a week to start another season, in the Nigerian topflight, Heartland player who pleaded to be anonymous, claimed that the weak League Management Company (LMC) has failed them hence, they have vowed to take the club to FIFA as they seek for justice.

“It’s sad that we are here talking about our unpaid salaries of about eight months, after we involved the League Management Company who appear to be very weak and toothless.

“Some of us are family men, breadwinners of our families, we don’t have other profession than football, but it’s sad that after you worked tirelessly for a season, you still have to beg and cry for what is rightfully yours.

“We are highly disappointed with the LMC, because by now they ought to have sanctioned Heartland and place an embargo on them, but here we are, Heartland are preparing to start the new season, having completed half of the registration process with the same LMC.

“Since, it appears the League body can not help us, then we have decided to report the case to FIFA and see maybe we will get the desired justice.”

"OrangeElmpics is an initiative using sports to advocate against GBV" - Aderonke Bello

 

In commemoration of the 2021 edition of 16 Days Activism against Gender Based Violence which ends today, FAME Foundation in conjunction with Youth and Sports Development Ministry organized ORANGElympics, a line-up of sporting activities that used sports as a tool to campaign against the menace of Gender Based Violence.

This event provided a platform for women to advocate against GBV and engage men in the fight against Gender-Based Violence.

 Men and women, boys and girls were educated on GBV, its adverse effects, and ways to end GBV in our society. Aside sporting activities, the event involves interactive sessions, social media conversations, school and community outreaches.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of violence, particularly on women and young girls. 

The campaign starts on November 25, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and concludes on December 10, Human Rights Day.

 This year’s theme emphasizes the end to end every form of Gender-Based Violence.

Speaking on this year’s theme, Honourable Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare, says, it is time  for everyone to rise up and ensure an end to GBV, “I am calling every Nigerian, both young and old to strive towards a gender based violence free society,  (GBV) is a global problem affecting millions of women and girls every year, it threatens lives, undermines families and communities, and impedes the progress of nations. 

Aderonke Ogunleye-Bello, the Executive Director of FAME Foundation, stated that the PLAY it DREAM it Initiative which is currently ongoing, is using sport as a tool to tackle gender issues such as child marriages and lack of education amongst others in the society and also to mentor Internally Displaced Girls.

“The fight against GBV cannot be won without the enlistment of men and boys as allies. ORANGElympics is an initiative using sports to advocate against GBV and also educate and involve both men and women, in the fight towards ending the global menace of GBV”,

“FAME Foundation condemns every form of gender-based violence and calls on both men and women, government, organizations, and CSOs to stand together as a united force and commit towards ending gender-based violence Now”

She also reiterated thar sports has helped actualize the 16 Days of Acitivism theme aimed at ending Gender Based Vioelnce in Sports and other aspects of life.

ORANGElympics  engaged top Nigerian Athletes like Jude Ighalo, Desire Oparanozie, Olumide Oyedeji and others in campaign against GBV which has tripled in number since Covid19 lockdown. 

Also, physical activities like advocacy campaigns to rural communities, schools enlightening people on the dangers of GBV and why it had to end now!

NAGGMDP Appeals to Kogi Government to Employ More Doctors

 

By Stephen Adeleye

 The National Association of Government General Medical and Dental Practitioners (NAGGMDP), Kogi branch, has appealed to State Government to employ more doctors in the state civil service for effective service delivery to residents of the state.

The state's Chairman of NAGGMDP, Dr Osaretin Okaungbowa, made the appeal during the association's ''Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2021'', in Lokoja, tagged: ''Kogi State Health System Strengthen: Where Are We?''.

He appealed to state government to employ more doctors, saying the few available ones were already over worked.

The chairman and also enjoined the government to organise leadership training for the medical officers from time to time.

He, however commended Kogi Government on the current improved health care services delivery in the state, and the approval of full COMMESS for all medical doctors under it services.

He added that the development was a positive boost to stabilise the health sector in the state, stressing the need to employ more doctors.

He noted that the association's AGM remained an annual ritual where professionals in the government medical outfits gather to brain storm on the success, challenges and way forward in the practice.

He said that the new leadership of the association in Kogi  had made significant and verifiable strides within one year in office.

He acknowledged the support and encouragement by members and the past chairmen of the association as well as the parent body Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) to the new leadership.

Dr Agbana Emmanuel, a Consultant Public Health Physician, who presented a paper on the conference theme, said Kogi is currently doing well in its health care delivery services.

Emmanuel, who is the Acting Provost College of Health Sciences, Kogi State University, Anyigba, said Kogi presently has four tertiary health facilities; three owned by the state and one by federal government.

He commended the government for embarking on expansion of existing health institutions and upgrading of Specialist Hospitals

Emmanuel stressed that the theme of 2021 Annual General Meeting, was aimed at evaluating Kogi Health System, input, process and output so far.

He disclosed that the state at the moment had 4,216 health workers of which 69 are in the category of medical officers, nine consultants and 2,012 registered nurses.

"Right now Kogi has 838 functional primary health facilities, 54 secondary health facilities and 1,144 private registered health facilities" he said.

Also speaking, Dr Aledare Adekunle, the Executive Secretary, Kogi State Health Insurance Agency (KGSHIA), also presented a paper, titled: ''Kogi State Health Insurance Scheme: The Journey So Far''.

He urged states, local governments, corporate organisations and individuals to key into the scheme in view of its importance in the health needs of the people.

''Health Insurance Scheme helps to reduce user fees, helps to share risk between insured and the insurer.

''It helps to provide financial risk protection to citizens and strengthens the health system as a major driver of Universal Health Coverage," he said.

The executive secretary noted that Health Insurance Scheme was created in Nigeria in 1999 and in Kogi State in 2019, saying it is a feat targeted at providing Social Health Insurance for all Nigerians.

He disclosed that so far his Agency had secured the accreditation of 50 Secondary Health Care facilities and 236 Primary Health Care facilities for service provision.

On his parts, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of Kogi Hospital Management Board, Dr.Zakari Usman, assured that the state government would continue to accord health sector topmost priority.

The CMD thanked NAGGMDP for its efforts to support government in its task to addressing the health needs of the people.

Also speaking, the Kogi State Chairman of Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Dr Simeon Oyiguh, appealed to governments at all levels and Nigerians to be weary of the rising insecurity across the country.

He called for joint efforts in the fight against insecurity that has rendered innocent citizens killed.

Oyiguh commended the state government for its determined efforts to secure the lives of the residents and boost their health needs

The highlight of the occasion was the presentation of Awards to deserving doctors for making their marks in their professional callings.. 

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Egyptian, Portuguese, French clubs chasing Rivers United's Kayode

 

As of the last count over five foreign clubs and several players' intermediaries have made genuine inquiries about  Rivers United's Ishaq Rafiu Kayode services despite his club's ouster from the CAF Confederation Cup.

Kayode put up several scintillating performances for Rivers United who began from the CAF Champions League before crashing out to the Egyptian side, Al Masry on away goal rule in the CAF Confederation Cup they stepped down to, despite finishing the tie 2-2 on aggregate.

The former Shooting Stars of Ibadan player scored two goals and had two assists also for the Pride of Rivers in their futile continental cup chase but three Egyptian clubs and two clubs from Portugal and France and several other agents have spoken to his representatives with a view to sealing a contract for him.

A source close to the player opined that the three Egyptian top clubs wanted to conclude the deal before Rivers United returned to Nigeria after their game with Al Masry but officials of the former league champions insisted that all transfer formalities must be completed before they can sanction the deal.

Our correspondent has been further told that Rivers United has vowed not to stand in Kayode's way and any potential deal abroad because he has been a thoroughbred professional and putting all he has for the club's cause. 

Kayode joined Rivers United last season after two successful seasons at 3SC. He spent a season at Remo Stars also. He has been one of the team's standout performers. 

His potential deal abroad may no doubt threaten the club's determination to win the league title as the new league season starts on December 17.

NUJ shares spoil with SWAN in a Classic Novelty Match

 

... As Nigeria Info win big

The Sports Writers Association Of Nigerian (SWAN), FCT chapter were on Monday in Abuja forced to a 2-2 draw by

 the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, in a Classic novelty match to herald the 2021 FCT SWAN Week.

In what was his first official outing after winning a reelection into office, NUJ FCT Council chairman, Emmanuel Ogbeche showed his leadership qualities as he led the NUJ to a respectable draw against a much younger SWAN team.

The football match played at the Turf Arena, River Plate Garden Abuja was officiated by SA to the FCT Minister of State  Mustapha Mubdiyu and had the presence of bigwig media practitioners in the nation’s capital.

A comprehensive results of the football matches played on the first day of the SWAN Week shows that  Cool Wazobia FM walked over NTA (3-0), Nigeria Info beat    ITV 5-1, Vision FM walloped Love FM 3-0 while it was TSTV 3-0 Liberty TV.

The last match of the day saw TVC play out a highly entertaining 3-3 draw with Arise Tv but Arise eventually triumphed 3-1 on penalties.

Fixtures for quarter final:

FCT SWAN WEEK 2021 

Quarter final fixtures

7th December 2021

1.Cool Wazobia FM vs Nigeria info FM

2.Vision  FM vs TSTV

3.Arise TV vs  Brila FM

4.TVC vs Correspondent FC

All teams are to be at Turf Arena by 10am

Uni Ibadan VC to declare Ex-UI Footballers Reunion Open

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale will declare open the 7th World University of Ibadan Ex-Footballers reunion holding on 18th December 2021 at the University of Ibadan Sports Complex.

Announcing this at the weekend, the President of the Association Edwin Evbie said the Vice Chancellor will be accompanied to the event by the Association's Board of Trustees Chairman Professor (Mogaji) Oluwasegun Adekunle.

Quoting his words, the President said "this 7th edition is going to be unique. We are starting at exactly 8am at the Obafemi Awolowo playing pitch in the University, where all the ex-footballers that represented the premier institution in the past are expected to display the skills that made them the cynosure of all in the past. We would also have a get together party later in the evening within the  University. The unique thing about this edition is that some individuals that have contributed immensely to the establishment of this Association will be recognized with awards. There will also be a special event for the Director of Sports of the University, Dr Abiodun Salami who will be retiring from the services of the University after serving as a student, footballer, coach, lecturer and administrator. It will be a fun packed event " the boss rounded up.

The University of Ibadan has produced a number of athletes and footballers of repute including but not limited to ex Super Eagles stars Mutiu Adepoju and Dimeji Lawal, current 3SC Coach Edith Agoye, ex junior international goal keeper Christian Obi, Adebayo Gbadebo (Thailand based coach), Victor Uzoho (Finland based coach), Dr. Robinson Okosun (Super Eagles Psychologist), Prof. Adekunle (BOT Chairman), Festus Adegoju (Chairman, Nigerian Coaches Association,  Oyo State chapter), Barr.Rotimi Alli and Ex Abia Warriors FC Technical Director - Patrick Ngwaogu, amongst others.

Gwagwalada Football Coaches Reward Stakeholders with Awards

 

The Gwagwalada Football Coaches Council at the weekend held its maiden award night to honor some selected individuals and organizations who have contributed positively to the development of football in the Area Council.

Welcoming the visitors to the event, the Leader of Gwagwalada Football Coaches Council, Barrister Justice Ayodele said the event was imperative considering the impact the various individuals have made in the development of the game at the council. 

He said that the efforts of these individuals have gone a long way to curb various societal vices in the locality. 

He appreciated and implored them not to relent in supporting the youths in attaining their desired heights in the game of football.

Speaking in the same vein, the Chairman of Gwagwalada Football Council, Ibrahim Bako, said the award ceremony came at a very auspicious time, that Gwagwalada needed to appreciate the efforts of the the leaders past. 

He commended the leadership of the Coaches Council for coming up with the idea of rewarding those that have worked tirelessly in putting Gwagwalada in a positive picture of Nigeria Football.

Among the awardees who were present were the Patron of Gwagwalada Football Coaches, Justice Mwanda Balami, who was also the Chairman of the occasion, Barrister Pelumi Olajengbesi, Barrister Ahmed Jalingo, Coach Godwin Bamigboye, Prince Lugard Oyewole, Coach Daniel Oromade who was the first Chairman of FCT Football Coaches, Patrick Ngwaogu who was the first Leader of Gwagwalada Coaches, Thompson Ojukwu, the first Secretary of Gwagwalada Football Coaches Council, Patrick Bassey, the first Gwagwalada player to play up to the national level, and now an U. 15 National team Coach among others.

Special awards were given to Nigeria National League, NNL and Nationwide League One, NLO.

Akinkunmi Amoo bags brace of assist to wrap Allsvenskan season on a high with Hammarby

By: Abdulquadir Adedapo

Nigerian youngster Akinkunmi Amoo signed off the 2021 Swedish Allsvenskan league with style as he contributed two goals on the final day to propel his Hammarby IF side to an impressive 5-2 win over Kalmar FF. 

With European football for next season out of sight, the host needed to end the season on a strong note with Amoo once again starting for Hammarby with the player already a target of top clubs in Europe. 

The host however got off to the perfect start when Astrit Selmani put them ahead on six-minute with a well-taken strike before the Kosovan striker doubled the hosts lead on 20 minutes, taping home after the goalkeeper failed to properly hold on to his strike. 

Amoo then ensured Selmani completed his hattrick in the first half when the winger's strike was too hot for goalkeeper Lukas Haag to handle as he spilled the ball for Selmani to tap home his third of the game. 

Isak Jansson then pulled one back for Kalmar who needed the halftime whistle as they were outplayed by the pace and tricky of Amoo in the first 45 minutes. 

Amoo then took off from where he left it in the first period with the midfielder at it again five minutes into the second when he laid the ball for Selmani who turned to fire home his 4th of the game. 

Johnathan Ring and Erik Isrealsson almost then scored twice for the visitors to almost inspiring a comeback but substitute Aljoša Matko then ended that hope when he scored 14 minutes from time to seal a 5-3 win for Hammarby

Amoo who was replaced on the hour mark had a game rating of 7.3, with the attacking midfielder finishing the season on a high as he contributed 14 goals (9 goals, 6 assist) to help his side finish on 5th position just 4 points shy of a European place.

Olukismet FC drags Vandrezzer to NFF over illegal signing of Etiti Solomon

 

Nationwide League One side, Olukismet  Football Club of Ikere Ekiti is set to drag Vandrezzer to the Nigeria Football Federation(NFF) over the illegal signing of Etiti Solomon.

The Lagos based Nigerian National League(NNL) recently announced the capture of the left-winger from Remo Stars on a three-year contract till 2024. 

Olukismet via its Secretary, Ogundipe Abiodun Bright has taken a swipe at the management of Vandrezzer, saying they acted unprofessionally in the signing of Etiti Solomon, as the NLO side has information to prove that the pacy attacking winger is a bonafide player of the club.

"I want to use this medium to put the records straight and not to join issues with Vandrezzer regarding the ownership of Etiti.

"We have a valid contract with him and his Nationwide League One (NLO) license is with us. If you must know his Player Number is 9230 while his License Number is 7230. 

"Etiti told us he would be spending the NLO off-season break in Minna, Niger State. When the date for the break elapsed, he called that he was cash strapped and needed money to travel back to Ikere Ekiti, the management sent him the sum of Ten Thousand Naira (#10, 000).

"After receiving the money, he never showed up, as he left management worried as he became incommunicado, only for the news of his signing with Vandrezzer to go viral on social media and other sports websites.

" Mind you he also acknowledged the payment of his last monthly salary of #38, 526:88 Kobo after tax.

"After hearing of the news, we contacted Vandrezzer management and they said they would get back to us. As we speak they are yet to as they plan to use Etiti in the Lagos State FA Cup.

"They are aware he is our player and want to be smart about it, little wonder they refused to add our club name on the list of previous clubs Etiti played for as they mentioned Yobo FC, 36 Lions FC and Remo Stars."

Recall Etiti played for Olukismet in the 2020/2021 Nationwide League One Division One Zonal League where the Ikere-Ekiti based club played at the Ilorin centre and grouped alongside Hammola Int'l FC, Knights FC, Seat Of God FC among others.

Amoo named in Allsvenskan Young Player of the Year nominees

 

By: Abdulquadir Adedapo 

 

Nigerian wonder kid, Akinkunmi Amoo has been rewarded for his brilliant performance in the 2021 Allsvenskan with Hammarby IF.

 

The former Golden Eaglet midfield maestro joined the Swedish side towards the end of last season but has become a major part of the club this campaign scoring goals and also creating for his teammates. 

 

The-19-year-old has featured in 28 league games this campaign, starting 20 of those games, scoring 9 goals, and also adding 4 assist to his name with his 13 goals involvement putting him second in the club just behind Gustav Ludwigson who is on 14. 

 

Amoo’s performance in the league also saw him clinch several man-of-the-match awards this campaign with the attacking midfielder also named in the team of the week for no fewer than 7 times. 

 

According to Discovery+ Sport, the attacker will slog it out with the duo of Veljko

Birmancevic who also has a good record of 9 goals and 2 assist with Hampus Finndel of Djurgadens IF the other player on the list. 

 

The nomination will come as yet another boost in the stock of Amoo who is attracting plenty of interest from a host of top clubs in Europe with former European Champions Ajax quoted to be interested in the player.

5th Life Camp Intra volleyball competition Serve off on Saturday

 

No fewer than eight teams will begin battle for glory at the serve off of the 5th edition of Life Camp Intra Volleyball Competition on Saturday in Abuja. 

The Director of Life Camp Volleyball Club Competition, Manga Ezekiel who spoke to  newsmen in Abuja yesterday, said that the 2-days competition which will climax on Sunday will be a tool of uniting individuals from different background and spheres of life.

Ezekiel revealed that the competition will help develop volleyball in the community adding that it would also create an avenue to discover talents who are capable of representing the country in the future. 

He said, "This is the fifth edition of Life Camp intra volleyball competition; we organise the competition to bring individuals in the club which together and most important Keep fit.

"We hope to develop Volleyball at our locality and some of our players participate in the National Division 1 and Nigeria Volleyball Premier League."

According to him "It is going to be competitive, Life Camp is the place to be and as you can see, both male and female are struggling for trophy because there are prizes money attached and we are trying to develop the sport," he added.

He further stated that, the coming of Engineer Musa Nimrod as President of Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has impacted positively into the development  of the sports throughout the country.

"Volleyball has united most people and that is why you can witness a high turn out of individuals here. Since the inception of Engineer Musa Nimrod as President of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, the game has improved and every corner of the country, volleyball is present” he concluded.

Nigeria Police Games: Inter zonal eliminations hold in December as Force Headquarters aim to retain title

 

Ahead of the 13th biennial Nigeria Police games scheduled to hold at the police college Ikeja, Lagos in 2022, the Nigeria police force with hold the inter-zonal eliminations in December.

The event which will see men and women of the Nigeria police force from the 17 police zonal Headquarters slug it out for a chance to qualify for the Police games in 2022 will feature sports such as basketball, football, handball, hockey, rugby, tug of War and volleyball.

At the last Nigeria police games in Awka, there were 12 zonal Headquarters but with the establishment of 5 new zonal Headquarters in May of 2020, the games will be more competitive and exciting. 

The 5 new zonal Headquarters are Akure (Ondo/Ekiti Commands), Awka (Enugu, Anambra, Ebonyi), Yenagoa (Bayelsa, Rivers Commands), Maiduguri (Yobe, Borno Commands) and Katsina (Katsina, Kaduna Commands).

The Force Headquarters, Abuja, won the 12th Biennial in Awka, Anambra State capital with 103 gold medals, 70 silver, and 67 bronze to top the medals table with 239 medals ahead of Zone2 that placed second on the medals table with 63 gold, 80 silver and 55 bronze, while Zone 1 was in the third position with 42 gold, 32 silver, and 45 bronze, totaling 119 medals.

The Force headquarters, Abuja will face stiff competition from Zone 2 and we also expect the new zonal Headquarters to spring surprises as they are seen as underdogs.

Senator Aduda, Ramotu Tijani, Dino Maleye storm Gwagwalada as football coaches hold award night

The commercial nerve center of the Federal Capital Territory, Gwagwalada will be the center of attraction this weekend as the Gwagwalada Football Coaches hold its maiden edition of Gwagwalada Football Coaches Award and Fund raising ceremony. The event will hold on Friday 3 December at the Yesmin Event Centre, Gwagwalada - Abuja.

Some of the awardees on that day will include Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, Senator Phillip Aduda, FCT Honourable Minister of State, Hajia Ramotu Tijani, Senator Dino Melaye, former president of the NFF Alhaji Sani Lulu Abdullahi, Justice Mwanda Balami, Chairman, Gwagwalada Area Council Honourable Obama and Alhaji Ahmed Jalingo CEO, Season Seven 

Others include Barrister Pelumi Olajengbesi, Barrister Tunde Bucknor, Chairman FCT Football Association Mukthar Adams, first Leader of the Gwagwalada Football Coaches Council, who incidentally was the immediate past First Vice Chairman of FCT Football Association Mr Patrick Ngwaogu (Odogwu Ndi Abia) among others.

According to the host, and the present Leader of the Gwagwalada Football Council Barrister Justice Ayodele, the program is in recognition of the the efforts made by the various individuals in the development of football in the Area Council and beyond, and also to raise funds in support of the football development programs in the Area Council and awakening the consciousness of the youths of the need to embrace football fully as a way of vocation and career.