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Prospects for Nigerian young footballers as NLO develops technological scouting
Young footballers in Nigeria have ample opportunities of being picked by foreign football clubs with the latest scouting technology introduced by the Nationwide League One (NLO).
KANO FOCUS reports that Abdulgafar Oladimeji, hinted that NLO introduced technological scouting with the aim of exposing the skills and talent of young footballers participating in the league to international clubs who are interested in picking young players while briefing sports journalists at Kano NUJ Press Centre on Saturday, NLO Media Officer (2).
According to him, “gone are the days when international club owners are invited to watch and pick talented players. NLO has come up with website through which international clubs watch live matches, and make their choices of talented players.”
Mr. Oladimeji who advocated for increased media participation in this year’s NLO national league, said the football organization has gone digital, with the participation of serious-minded sponsors who has invested enough resources for success of the league.
He reiterated the fact that, “no football project can prosper without the media. The sponsors come in due to the extent of media coverage. It is now mandatory that any club participating in the NLO league must have a media department.”
According to him, it is expected that eight teams will qualify across the country at the climax of the league—four from the North, four from the South.
Mr. Abdulgafar further stated that to further improve talent development of the league, a player above the age of 19 would not even allowed to participate in the NLO second division two, adding that NLO has also come up with anti-forgery procedures that will block tendencies of fraud and corruption in the licensing process..
He listed the stadiums where the matches would be played in the North to include Sani Abacha stadium in Kano, Kano Pillars stadium in Kano, Ahmad Bello University stadium, Zaria, Pantami stadium in Gombe, Giginya Memorial stadium in Sokoto, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa stadium in Bauchi, Plateau International stadium in Jos, Kontogora stadium in Niger, Karkanda stadium in Katsina, August 24 stadium in Damaturu, Haliru Abdu stadium in Kebbi, Bwari stadium and Area 10 stadium in Abuja, Federal University of Technology stadium in Lafia.
According to him, the opening match is slated to hold on May 3, 2023, between Kwankwassiyya FC and Kano Pillars FC JNR at Sani Abacha stadium.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Board (ART) of the Republic of Cameroon, Philemon Zoo Zame, on Wednesday visited the headquarters of the [Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Abuja for a benchmarking exercise aimed at strengthening regulatory collaboration and knowledge sharing between both countries.
KANO FOCUS reports that during the visit, the Cameroonian telecom regulator met with the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NCC, Aminu Maida.
A statement issued by Ayiabari A. Kigbara, Manager, Media Relations, Public Affairs Department of the NCC, said the engagement focused on exchanging ideas and best practices in telecommunications regulation, with emphasis on enhancing efficiency and development within the sector.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
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