Aketi Sack Sunshine Stars Board, Sets Up Three-Member Committee

Akeredolu Sack Sunshine Stars Board, Sets Up Three-Member Committee  

As part of the move to reposition the State Football Agency for optimum performance and result-oriented, Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, has set up a three-member management committee to take over the affairs of the Ondo State Football Agency (OSFA), and by extension, the Sunshine Football Club and the Sunshine Queens. 

In a release by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State Richard Olatunde, "the committee is headed by the Deputy Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa who is the Chairman. The Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Wale Akinterinwa and the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Sir. Charles Titiloye are both members of the committee. 

"The committee will be in place for 60 days from today, March 30, 2021 during which it must find a suitable investor to take over the Sunshine Star Football Club on a Public Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement. 

"Consequently, the former board and management of OSFA stand dissolved. 

"Governor Akeredolu reiterates his commitment to promoting sports in the state as a platform for providing jobs for the youths and promoting talents." The statement concluded.

Recall that the players of Sunshine Stars FC had earlier today carried placards to show their dismay and grievances about the way and manner their salaries and bonuses ceased coming forth.

LMC Sanctions Sunshine Stars, FC IfeanyiUbah For Breach Of Rules

 LMC Sanctions Sunshine Stars, FC IfeanyiUbah For Breach Of Rules

*Sunshine home games moved to Lagos for two games

* FC IfeanyiUbah to play in Enugu

 

Sunshine Stars and FCIfeanyiUbah have been charged for breach of sections of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Rules and Frameworks on MatchDay 15 .

Sunshine Stars has been cited for breach of the rules in their match against Nasarawa United during which some members of their contingent harassed Match Officials as they made their way to the changing room at half time. The breach led to the discontinuation of the match and completed the following the day.

Sunshine Stars has thus been charged for breach of Rule B8.21 “(failure to ensure adequate security for match officials) and C1.1 (misconduct) of the Framework and Rules of the Nigeria Professional Football League”.

The League Management Company (LMC) has in consideration of the breach ruled that Sunshine Stars are to pay N2million for the disruption of the match and for the harassment of the match officials. The Akure Club is also to pay N1m (N1,000,000) from which compensation is to be paid to the match officials; and

another N500,000 for misconduct capable of bringing the game to disrepute.

 

Sunshine Stars have also been ordered  to play its next two home matches of Matchday 17 and 19 in Lagos and which shall be reviewed upon provision of satisfactory stadium security plan.

The LMC ordered the club to ensure cooperation with  relevant security officials towards prosecution of the identified perpetrators of the incident.

 

In another summary jurisdiction exercise, the LMC also charged FC IfeanyiUbah with harassment of match officials on MatchDay 15 against Rivers United during which some team contingents accosted match officials as they made their way to the changing room immediately after the match. 

The LMC deems the act as amounting to a breach of Rule B8.21 (failure to ensure adequate security for match officials) and C1.1 (misconduct) of the Framework and Rules of the Nigeria Professional Football League.

It was also deemed to be an aggravated breach of the rules in view of previous similar occurrences and  a letter of undertaking by Rivers United for the security of match officials dated 15/01/21. This undertaking has now been breached by the recent reported event.

Consequently, the LMC intends to exercise its summary jurisdiction to impose on FC IfeanyiUbah fines that includes you One Million Naira (N1,000,000) for failure to ensure adequate protection for match officials; and a fine of One Million Naira (N1,000,000) for harassment of match officials.

 

Further sanctions include a fine of One Million Naira (N1,000,000) from which compensation is to be paid to the match officials and a fine of Five Hundred Thousand Naira (N500,000) for misconduct capable of bringing the game to disrepute.

Lastly the LMC has ordered that FC Ifeanyiubah must play their home matches at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu until a satisfactory revised stadium security plan is provided and approved.

Akeem Itú, Oparinde Suraju, Oni Moses Get Three Years Ban From Osun FA

 

Akeem Itú, Oparinde Suraju, Oni Moses Get Three Years Ban From Osun FA

Aftermath of banishment handed Osun Utd from playing away from home, the state of Osun Football Association have identified violent fans whom the investigative reports indicted  with questionable behaviors.

Recall that in the summary jurisdictions delivered by Nigeria National League secretariat, Osun FA were summoned on Tuesday 16th of March 2021 in which panel of inquiry queried the misdemeanor of about three fans captured in the video footage after the said game. 

The state FA contingent who hit Abuja for fact finding and defensive mission however ordered to fish out the unscrupulous elements attracted to the match venue following a sponsored jingle on some networks.

In complying with the NNL directives, the state FA secretary Amoo Abayomi today conveyed in a letter, the decision of the state FA Disciplinary Committee back to the secretariat in Abuja. 

"Due to the time given to produce the football supporters and fans for misconduct in accordance with article 16.1 to 16.5 of the rules guiding the league and also to obey Nigeria National League circular 119 dated 22nd February, 2021.

"Osun FA Disciplinary Committee thanked and appreciated the Management and Staff of Nigeria National League in rescinding its earlier decision to cancel the result of the match between Osun Utd and Vandrezzer FC which ended 2-1 in favor of the home team, after studying the match reports submitted by Match Officials.

" The under listed identified football supporters and fans are hereby suspended with immediate effect for three years from all football related activities in the state of Osun. 

"The involved fans are: Aderemi Akeem (Itu), Oparinde Suraju, Oni Moses (Baba Titi Onisu)," the statement concluded.

The state FA chairman Chief Rasaq Ishola Mustapha RIM has however promised the swift return Of Osun Utd back to Osogbo Township Stadium after complying with NNL directives. He noted that any actions capable of bringing the game to disrepute won't be tolerated any longer.

WE ARE OUT TO BETTER NLO SAYS MOHAMMED ALKALI AND OLUSHOLA

 

WE ARE OUT TO BETTER NLO SAYS MOHAMMED ALKALI AND OLUSHOLA.

The third tier of the Nigeria league has seen alot of improvement as well as development and all thanks to Mohammed Alkali and Mr Olushola Ogunowo for the collective effort.

In the past year's, we have always seen  numerical kiaos and had records of odd news about the NLO matches but this season we have seen a developed, improved and well organized league.

 

Numerical steps taken to better the NLO ranging from matches played in neutral ground's, Fair officiating, coaching clinic, Match balls, Live match Streaming etc.

It's a collective effort to better the league says Mohammed Alkali who is the chairman of the NLO. He went further to state that the league can now be watched online as matches are streamed live on PIPUL TV 

(mobile application) which has made it very easy for everyone to watch NLO Matches live and this is a step to show great development.

In addition, the chief operating officer Mr olushola ogunowo made it clear that the target was to better the league and leave a footprint to show a progressive effort. In the nearest future,NLO will be a league with much attention he said.

Teams qualified for the promotional  Nigerian National league playoff will be made known soon.

19 Players Of Ekiti Utd Still Hospitalized The Management Wants Clash Against Rovers Moved

19 Players Of Ekiti Utd Still Hospitalized The Management Wants Clash Against Rovers Moved 

Following Tuesday's lone crash involving the vehicle of Ekiti United fc, at least 16 out of about 19 players who sustained varying degrees of injury have been admitted at the Ekiti state Teaching Hospital in Ado Ekiti.

A couple of players and a staff who passed out due to shock needed serious medical attention before they were revived by the doctors

According to reports, medical experts have advised all players and staff who were in the vehicle during the accident to stay away from any tedious work  like training and active football matches at least for the next nine days. 

In the meantime, the accidented vehicle  has been evacuated from the scene of the accident though it was badly damaged.

Meanwhile, secretary of Ekiti United fc, Ayodeji Olowolafe has said an official letter has been sent to the management of the Nigeria National League-NNL to inform the league organizers of the accident and its effects on the team.

On this weekend's NNL match earlier scheduled to be played this weekend in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti United secretary said players of the team would heed doctors' advice by staying away from in training and league matches at least for now.

He said the affected players and staff will have to get over the psychological and physical effects of the accident.

He commended the prompt intervention of the state governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi who directed immediate treatment of all affected people while also applauding the love shown the team by various groups and friends.

NLO21: Hammola Ambush Seat Of God In A Battle Of Supremacy

 

The clash between two league leaders in KFA Centre would ensure the winner takes it all as Kaduna based side leap Lee Bombers by a point on the current log. 

Following the withdrawal of Kaduna Utd from the league without notice and the decision of NLO secretariat to remove all points for or against the Kaduna Nationwide League One outfit, Hammola FC who earlier top the group with 8points are now second with 5 points lagging Seat Of God by a point.

The dicey encounter would afford match officials minimal human error as the winner between the two sides would square up with who ever top in mainbowl, the decider game which will determine who goes into Nigeria National League NNL. 

In his chat with the media department, the Technical Adviser has enjoined his charges to create more spark when facing Seat Of God.

"This is a stage that demands our full concentration, we want to approach this game with determination and make our mark at the centre.

"We won't drift off from the goal we set for ourselves which is to qualify from KFA. My boys have been informed to create more sparks and not stop at that alone, we should bury our chances. The league format is hectic and doesn't afford enough time for recoveries but we shall endure until the last gap," the one time Pele FC and Osun Babes sweat merchant stated.

The KFA turf would later today be the centre of attraction as ambitious two months old outfit from the state of Osun would like to claim the bragging right against group leader. 

NWFL Premiership Team Of Week 9: Vincent, Ajadi, Mbadi Feature.

 

 

Week nine of the 2021 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership almost produced a major upset with Rivers Angels forcing relegation threatened DreamStar FC Ladies to a 1-1 draw in Lagos.

League leaders, Bayelsa Queens also dropped points in Osogbo with Osun Babes, in an encounter that recorded two late goals from each sides.

www.thenwfl.com present the players that impressed during week 9 games. 

#Mercy Vincent (Confluence Queens, Goalkeeeper)

Confluence Queens picked their first away win of the season, with 

Mercy Vincent keeping a clean sheet to ensure that Confluence Queens emerged victorious against Ibom Angels in Uyo.

#Becky Ajadi (Royal Queens, Right Back)

Royal Queens pipped Sunshine Queens 1-0 to maintain their perfect home run in the league this season. 

Becky Ajadi shone like a trojan for newcomers, Royal Queens to keep their home form intact even despite getting injured in the game. 

#Mbadi Amanda (Bayelsa Queens, Left Back)

Osogbo is one of the toughest place to travel to in the league this season, but the Omoluabi Queens dropped their first point at home with the help of Mbadi Amanda who marshalled the back like ensuring that Osun Babes does not score more than one goal.

#Nneka Julius (Edo Queens, Defensive Midfield)

After previous weeks defeat to Delta Queens, Nneka Julius ensured that Edo Queens returned to winning ways despite FC Robo Queens' late scare. She won alot of balls from the Midfield, making it difficult for Gift Monday and others to operate. 

#Blessing Sunday (Osun Babes, Central Defender)

The former Delta Queens defender was pivotal in helping the back-line of Osun Babes avoid defeat against Bayelsa Queens by keeping the Restoration Girls attack line at bay save for Charity Reuben's goal via a freekick. 

#Glory Ogbonna (Edo Queens, central Defender)

Ogbonna ensured that Super Falcons and FC Robo Queens forward, Monday Gift did not add to her five league goals by keeping it tight at the back for Edo Queens. She was great in the match and was voted player of the match. 

#Chiamaka Okwuchukwu (Royal Queens, Forward)

Chiamaka didn't score for Royal Queens but kept a decent display which paved way for former Sunshine Queens player, Kehinde Aganmuyi to score her first goal against her former club last week.

#Kalu Favour (DreamStar FC Ladies, Forward)

Favour scored her first goal of the season which was a delight to watch against Rivers Angels.

She made a superb turn before hitting a left foot shot from outside the box which Ibubeleye Whyte could not save.

The goal helped DreamStar FC Ladies played out a 1-1 draw with the defending Champions, Rivers Angels.

#Chinyere Igboamalu (Nasarawa Amazons, Forward)

Chinyere's goal against Pelican Stars ensured that her Club picked an away point in Calabar. The goal was her second goal of the season. She was visibly everywhere and was rewarded with a goal. 

#Chinenye Emenike (Confluence Queens Central Midfield)

Emenike marshalled Confluence Queens' midfield ensuring that Ibom Angels didn't pose much threat to their defense as they defeated relegation threatened Orange Ladies 0-1 at their backyard.

#Ogechi Ukwuoma (Pelican Stars, Forward)

Ogechi scored her fourth goal of the season to force Nasarawa Amazons to a 1-1 draw.

 She is her Club leading goal scorer with Elizabeth Zirike (Edo Queens), Monday Gift (FC Robo Queens), and Charity Reuben (Bayelsa Queens) ahead of her on the goal-scorers chat. Her goals proved to be crucial for resurgent Pelican Stars this season.

Manager: Paul Mene (Royal Queens)

Paul Mene joined Royal Queens FC days to the kick off of the season after Coach Abayomi Olorunda resigned and have guided his side to a perfect home run as the newcomers are yet to drop any point at home.

See How Much Osun Babes Would Earn In Bonus If They Should Conquer Confluence Queens

 

See How Much Osun Babes Would Earn In Bonus If They Should Conquer Confluence Queens 

As Osun Babes Jet out to slug it out with Confluence Queens, a philanthropist,  business man and sports lover in the state of Osun has heartily pledged again to motivate Omoluabi Queens away in Lokoja, Coded Sports reports.

The sports financier informed that, for Babes to conquer away from home, the sum of fifty thousand naira (50,000) will be splashed on the team.

He revealed further that, each goal will fetch the team 20, 000 while the sum of ten thousand naira (10,000) is on the card if goal keeper would come out unscathed with clean sheet. 

Recall that this philanthropist fulfilled his pledge of 20,000 per goal in a game involving Bayelsa Queens last week the encounter that recorded two late goals from each sides.

Confluence Queens however picked their first away win of the season last  week, with Mercy Vincent keeping a clean sheet to ensure that Confluence Queens emerged victorious against Ibom Angels in Uyo.

Osun Babes therefore have everything to play for by gaining the points dropped at home and smile to bank immediately.

The team secretary therefore lauds the large heart of the donor  for lifting the souls and spirits of the players in this time of the season that the going is tough.

Nominees For NWFL Premiership Player And Manager Of February Revealed.

 

Nominees For NWFL Premiership Player And Manager Of February Revealed. 

The Naija Women Football League Awards have revealed nominees for the Player and Manager of the month award for February with Edo Queen's Elizabeth Zirike and Bayelsa Queen's Charity Reuben among the contenders for the first gong of 2021 following the suspension of the league in January due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Other nominees for player of the month awards include Adejoke Ejalonibu who had a great month of February, scoring important goals for the Christopher Danjuma's tutored side and Damilola Koku, whose high work rate upfront and goals helped Rivers Angels remain second in the month of February. 

Charity Reuben and Elizabeth Zirike both netted thrice in February with both scoring a brace each when Bayelsa Queens and Edo Queens met at the Samson Siasia Stadium on match-day 6. 

In the Manager's category, Delta Queens David Ochei, Bayelsa Queens Moses Aduku, who won the Naija Women Football League manager of December and Rivers Angels Edwin Okon all made the shortlist for February Manager of the month Award. 

Edwin Okon whose side won all their three matches in the month of February, including two away victories against Ibom Angels and Pelican Stars respectively. 

Moses Aduku's side Bayelsa Queens won two and drew one in February, including a difficult home win against Edo Queens and an away win against Abia Angels. 

David Ochei's side Delta Queens won two and drew one in the month of February, a big win against Bayelsa Queens and FC Robo Queens at home and an away draw in Lokoja against Confluence Queens. 

FC Robo Queens forward Gift Monday and Bayelsa Queens Gaffer Moses Aduku swept up the December player and Manager of the Month Award respectively. 

The winners will be announced on Monday the 15th of March 2021.

NLO21: Resolute Hammola Dims Kaduna Utd, Ready For Olukismet FC

 

NLO21: Resolute Hammola Dims Kaduna Utd, Ready For Olukismet FC

A quick fire goals from Olanrewaju Habeeb in the first half provided Hammola FC the valuable win in the match day three of 2020/2021 Nationwide League One contest at the KFA pitch this evening.

The Lee Bombers who approached the game with full awareness of the dicey log took the bull by the horn as Technical Adviser reshuffles his personnels bringing back Habeeb and Qudus into the starting line up.

The recomposed Kaduna Utd on the other hand needed the game much more because of their position of the log. It didn't take forever before they imposed their physique on the pitch as their dangerous outlets were effectively utilized from the flanks.

Some ambitious displays upfront by Hoppers tutored side gradually paid off when Habeeb fired home from tight angle after latching onto Tunde's delicious cross from byline in 25th minutes.

Bomber's 'destructive weapon' once again bulges the net thirteen minutes later after arriving in time before the goalkeeper could do. Olanrewaju completed his brace in brilliant fashion.

Kaduna Utd rallied to reduce the deficit at the tale end of first stanza. The Second stanza produced no goal except series of pressure piled on the Lee Bombers searching for equalizer. At the end, Hammola FC survived the scare as maximum points were gathered.

The result today means Seat Of God are joint table topper with Hammola FC (7pts) who will have their hands full when they face Olukismet in their fourth game on Sunday.

Coach Abdul Azeez Abdul Rasaq in his own words enjoined the players to stay calm and finish the job with valuable Victories. He told his wards that it's not over until it's over.

Ajiroba Delighted As Osun Utd Reclaimed Deducted Points, Promised Quick Return Of State Team Back Home

 

Ajiroba Delighted As Osun Utd Reclaimed Deducted Points, Promised Quick Return Of State Team Back Home

The state of Osun FA boss Otunba Rasaq Ishola Mustapha has expressed his feelings as Nigeria National League rescind its earlier verdict on points deductions of state of Osun owned team.

The British trained lawyer who instantly swung into actions after the summary jurisdictions had Osun Utd banished to llorin, forfeiture of points, coupled with 300, 000 fine amongst others.

The state FA boss who spoke to media informed that the facts and evidences presented to the appropriate quarters appealed to NNL in rescinding its earlier decision.

"We were desperately moved and aggrieved by the incident surrounding the outcome of the game involving Osun Utd and Lagos based NNL side, Vandrezzer FC, where series of baseless and unfounded allegations were made against us. 

"In our letters to the authorities, we appealed to the fact finding committee to critically examine the facts before them and we equally enjoined them to temper justice with mercy.

"Arising from our emergency board meeting earlier in the week, we have set up disciplinary committee who would critically examine what happened and suggests way forward. I want to thank NNL for the listening ears acceded to us," the Ajiroba Ooni of the source stated.

On weather Osun Utd would continue its home game in llorin, the chairman stated that, the team would return home after one or two games in Ilorin. He noted that everything in his capacity will be done to ensure that the team get soft landing.

RIM as he's fondly called who had been investing in football for the past three decades therefore thanks the stakeholders who raised their voice during and after the extremely intense confusion. He calls for calm and assures storm would soon be over. 

#NLO21: Ambitious Hammola FC Held By Knights FC

 

#NLO21: Ambitious Hammola FC Held By Knights FC

The 66th minutes spot kick by Tosin Dabiri of Knights FC canceled out Alabi Adetunji's opener as Oodua Boys fought from behind to share spoils with Hammola FC in their second game in the group. The game termed Osun derby really lived up to its hype.

Hoppers tutored side imposed their presence in no time at the blast of the whistle. It's a mixed fierce battle as Oodua Boys would need to redeem their image and come back to live after loosing  narrowly to their opponent in their first contest with Seat of God FC. 

Hammola FC who enjoyed a perfect start in the group wanted to consolidate and extend their winning streak following the inclusion of Alabi Adetunji and Ibrahim Ismail into the starting line up.

Tunji's inclusion would have been paid off instantly if he had calmly pounced on a loose ball inside the opening minutes but he anxiously blasted away the first chance that came his way aimlessly.

Twelve minutes later, he opened the scoring after being fed by the wing back Ganiyu Maruf who surges forward from byline, the well framed goal poacher employed his chests as he beats his marker before slotting a fierce curler directly into bottom corner as goalkeeper Adeboyejo had no answer to it. 

The Lee Bombers preserved the lead and ensured the scoreline remain unchanged until six minutes past hour mark when Gbotemi hurriedly cleared away a set piece that closely whisks off Ayo Olajuba's hand unconsciously inside his own dangerous yard as centre referee aimed at the spot instantly. The pint size forward Tosin Dabiri buried it brilliantly to restore the parity.

Hammola's effort to increase the tally in the 88th minutes was fruitless as new entrant Habeeb Olanrewaju wasted the most glorious chance of the tension soaked duel, he had his diagonally planted header sails inches over the bar while facing an empty net to the dismay of the scantily seated fans. 

The results means Coach Abdul Rasaq Abdul Azeez effort to make a winning statement against his erstwhile employer was foiled. The game is indeed a fierce rivalry to behold.

"I want to salute the efforts of my boys for grinding out something from this encounter. It's a case of a known foe. We want to win so also our opponent. The arena is a bit locked up but that not to say we won't adapt going forward. We will review the proceedings and make corrections before next game," Hoppers told the pressmen after the game.

What it means. 

The group is widely open with Seat Of God, Olukismet and now Hammola FC all tied on 4 points after 2 games. Hammola FC would now take on Kaduna Utd on Saturday by 4pm. 

 

NLO21: Hoppers Delighted For First Win As Hammola FC Outclassed Mighty Jets Feeders

 

NLO21: Hoppers Delighted For First Win As Hammola FC Outclassed Mighty Jets Feeders 

A brilliant debut for Ido-Osun based outfit Hammola FC at the ongoing Nationwide League One 2020/2021 season played on the turf of Kwara Football Academy.

Babatunde Sodiq finished off a stunning move to open the scoring after some laborious inputs and Nurudeen Ganiyu's drive deflected off the woodwork as Hammola FC pip their opponent from Jos to remain on course at the centre.

Lee Bombers had earlier struggled to impose themselves on the contest, as Mighty Jets Feeders fired up from the blast of the whistle only to have their efforts flew across goal in the second minute.

Hoppers tutored side gradually grew into the game, in the second half as they enjoyed much of the possession. Arthur and Sodiq were on rampage for the most of the time as possession keep swinging intermittently.

Adewale Saheed was also called to duty oftentimes as he forces some saves in the critical stages of the contest. Gbotemi Abdulahi was so gallant at the back as he curtailed some dangerous moves by Jets forward Sulaimon Haruna.

The wasteful Jets had themselves to blame for agonizingly missing what could have been a leveller at the death.

Speaking to Journalists after the heated duel, Coach Abdul Azeez Abdul Rasaq believes his wards could offer more as he rained encomium on his charges for putting up the superlative performances.

"My boys are aware how difficult is it to win the first game. I want to specially appreciate their character and confidence as we grind the needed points.

"Going forward we are aware our group is filled with ambitious sides and we won't leave anything to chance.

"We will have a time to review and prepare for the next task as we would be taking it one after the other. We want to imprint our own trademark in this season being a debut season and l believe we can go all the way to create a necessary spark," revealed one time Knights FC gaffer.

Hoppers as he's fondly called would be looking forward to outclass his former employer who lost to their rival from Ekiti. The two sides would square up on Thursday at the turf of Kwara Football Academy in the second game of the group.

NLO21: Hammola FC Hit llorin Ready To Conquer In KFA

 

NLO21: Hammola FC Hit llorin Ready To Conquer In KFA

Ahead of the new NLO season, Hammola International Football Club of Ido-Osun has landed in llorin with very high expectations after a rigorous preseason activities.

As teams gear up and arrive for new NLO season, the Lee Bombers as they are fondly called gleefully touched down in high spirit. One could notice how players and officials calmly set their attention immediately on the warranted impetus.

Having unveiled its personnel and iconic kits few days back, with the addition of newly acquired bus and necessary equipments for optimum effectiveness, the club is poised for a big statement when the league finally underway on Monday.

The club under the able leadership of Coach cum Football Administrator AbdulRasheed Adeniran has fulfilled all righteousness required by organizers. Having affiliated with state of Osun FA, registered with Corporate Affairs Commission, completed players license on-time, with participation fee also paid, Lee Bombers are battle ready and gear up for the big task.

Again, the club's camp boobles today after being given clean bill of health as samples of players and officials taken for mandatory Covid-19 test returned negative.

All eye would be on KFA centre later today as teams converge for draws and prematch activities. Hammola FC are having the ambition of picking the sole ticket in the centre. 

MPFA Set To Defend Tsemba Wummen League Title

 

MPFA Set To Defend Tsemba Wummen League Title

Mees Palace Football Academy will be looking to retain their titles in

the upcoming Tsemba Wummen U14 and U16 youth league in Plateau State

this weekend, having unveiled their squads for the 2021 season.

The unveiling was done with panache as team photos (group and

individual) were released to the public via the academy's social media

accounts.

Affectionately known as the ‘Blue Panthers’, Mees Palace Football

Academy has taken a giant stride towards retaining the title they won

in 2019 by unveiling a crack team to feature in the U14 and U16

categories of the 2021 season of the Tsemba Wummen Youth League.

The league, which started in two years ago, is played on a home and

away format by 20 youth teams across Plateau State for the biggest

youth football diadem in Nigeria.

CEO of Mees Palace Football Academy Emmanuel Adukwu who is also the

sponsor of the league reiterated his desire to promote youth football to the next level in Nigeria while hoping his team retains the title.

“We are into the second edition of this league which was formed to give budding young talents in Plateau State the platform to showcase their abilities while also honoring the life of my late friend Tsemba Wummen who was a visionary when it comes to youth development,” Adukwu stated.

“The young lads at Mees Palace are being tutored in various facets of life apart from football. We want them to grow and be model citizens that can contribute a lot to Plateau and Nigeria.

“This league will keep the youth busy and also help to promote their talents so the world can see what we have here in Plateau State.

Technical Adviser of the team Tony Ogharanduku also believes his team will be ready when the league starts next weekend.

The former Mighty Jets and FC Taraba coach has been one of the brains behind the football revolution at Mees Palace is optimistic his side will lift the league title once again.

“We have been working hard behind the scenes to get the boys ready for the commencement of the league,” he revealed.

“It is always tough for us every season but the boys have been working hard to see that they do their best to retain the title. The U14s and U16s are ready for the challenges ahead and hopefully, with hard work and determination, we shall succeed. Ogharanduku added.

We finished the U13 league with a total of 92 points last time out to win the title, with our talismanic attacker Ahmed Musa notching up 33 goals to claim the top scorer’s gong.

 After dominating the Jos Chillin’ competition in December of 2020, our boys will be hoping to make back-to-back wins in one of the leading Youth competitions in Northern Nigeria.

The Tsemba Wummen league is a 20-team league that is in two categories

- the U14 and U16 category and it will be contested by two teams in a home and away format.

NLO Seeks Total Commitment From Coaches As Berackiah/Abigol Football Coaching Clinic Starts In Bauchi State

 

NLO Seeks Total Commitment From Coaches As Berackiah/Abigol Football Coaching Clinic Starts In Bauchi State

The Honourable Commissioner of Youth and Sports Development Bauchi State Alhaji Adamu Manu Soro has commended the organizers of Berackiah/Abigol Football Coaching Clinic for finding the State worthy of hosting as the centre for North East Zone. 

Alhaji Adamu made this disclosure at the opening ceremony of the 5-days clinic at the Games Village Centre in Bauchi State.

Soro noted that the programme will serve as a big opportunity for the atate in its efforts in building the capacity of the youth and also develop the game of football.

"I want to give assurance of my Governor that he is committed to see our youth are doing something right and we appreciate you for bringing this programme to our State."

In his remarks Mallam Murtala Sambo, the Coordinator of Nationwide League One (NLO) in the North East 

appreciated the Government of Bauchi State for motivating in their efforts in developing the game of football from the grassroots."

While commending the Bauchi State FA Chairman, MON Patrick Pascal for his efforts, the coordinator stressed the need for club to have able hands in the helms of affairs as one of the inspiration of the partnership between the clinic organizers and the NLO.

While noting that the project has the potential to deliver the 'shared dream', he revealed that NLO has been receiving testimonies from participants in other locations where the programme has held.

"I implore whoever is participating in this clinic to show total commitment because without that you can't get what you want.

With the train of the programme now in Bauchi State for the North East State, Berackiah/Abigol Football Coaching Clinic has now covered all the 6 geopolitical zones of the country.

Other guests at the opening ceremony are Coach Mathew Olorunleke, a Nigerian-Italian who is one of the resource persons, Gian Marco, an Italian certified goalkeeper trainer, Owolabi Aleshinloye Head of Media Berackiah/Abigol Football Coaching Clinic and a host of others.

Meet Thunder Balogun's Gifted Granddaughter Yetunde' Who Plays As A Striker For NWFL Side, Naija Ratels

 

Meet Thunder Balogun's Gifted Granddaughter Yetunde' Who Plays As A Striker For NWFL Side, Naija Ratels.

Naija Ratels forward Yetunde' Balogun' is the Granddaughter of legendary Nigerian player Teslim Olawale Balogun', who was Africa's first qualified professional coach and was captain of the National team. 

He was nicknamed "Thunder" because of his powerful shot and was also known as "Balinga" for a similar reason, some of these qualities his granddaughter also possesses.

At just 15 years old, Yetunde' Balogun' is already regarded as a great prospect and one who is termed to be prominent in years to come.

The Naija Ratels striker has shown that she has similar abilities to her grandfather who was known as one of the deadliest strikers the country has ever had, producing a great performance against Rivers Angels, crowning it up with a superb goal in Porthacourt.

"Obviously, I didn't get to meet my grandpa when he was alive because I wasn't born yet. He died in 1972 and my dad was also very young when he passed on. 

"But of course, i heard a lot of stories about him. He's also one of my biggest motivation and another reason why I chose to play football." Yetunde' told www.thenwfl.com

"All i can say about my grandpa, is that he was a very good footballer and people saw his potential and that was why they named him 'thunder' because of his powerful shot on his left leg.

"He played and coached in some countries but most especially in England where he played for Queens Park Rangers and Peterborough. My dad told me alot about him and I am indeed very proud of his achievement." She stated.

"My dad gives me all the supports needed and he believes so much in my abilities. 

The gifted striker also revealed how four time African Footballer of the year and Barcelona star inspired her to dump music for football. 

"I was going through some videos on youtube, and i came across Asisat Oshoala video, i clicked on it to  see how she plays and all that, i was stunned and amazed the way she played in the video.

"I was so inspired, i went straight to search about her who she is and where she's coming from everything about her got me motivated then, that was how I knew I wanted to play football and i could be just like her someday.

Tesilimi Olawale Ayinde "Teslim" Balogun was a Nigerian football player and coach. Balogun played at both professional and international levels as a striker, before becoming Africa's first qualified professional football coach.