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Nigerian National League One Set to Kick Off in Kano

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Abdulgaffar Oladimeji addressing journalists during the briefing

 

The Nigerian National League One is set to commence on May 3rd, 2023, in Kano, according to Abdulgaffar Oladimeji, the league’s national media officer. Speaking to journalists in Kano on Saturday, Oladimeji assured the public that preparations are in top gear to inaugurate the opening game.

He revealed that the league’s secretariat is well-prepared to televise live broadcasts of the game, where important dignitaries from across the country will be in attendance. Sixteen clubs will participate in the league, with matches to be played at the Sani Abacha Stadium Kofar Mata and Kano Pillars Stadium in Sabongari, both in Kano.

In addition, the Ahmadu Bello University stadium located within the university campus will be used in Kaduna state, while the Pantami Stadium will be used in Gombe, the Sokoto Giginya Memorial Stadium, and the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium will be used in Bauchi.

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Abdulgafar Oladimeji, an Editorial Board Member of NIGERIAN TRACKER, has been appointed as the National Media Officer of Nigeria’s Nationwide League One

President of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Kano branch, Zaharaddin Sale, has assured Oladimeji of the cooperation of sports journalists in Kano for the success of the league. Oladimeji, who is a veteran journalist, announced that from now on, every football club in Kano must have a media officer, as the media is the mirror of sports.

As part of preparations, media officers of all football clubs will undergo a capacity-building workshop on May 2nd, one day before the league’s commencement. According to NIGERIAN TRACKER, the Secretary of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, Kano State council, Comrade Abba Murtala, expressed gratitude on behalf of the journalist family in Kano and beyond for Oladimeji’s appointment as the media officer, emphasizing that Oladimeji’s success is also theirs.

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Sultan of Sokoto Urges Nigerians to Stop Criticizing Leaders and Allow God to Deal With Them

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Sultan Muhammad Saad Abubakar

 

Nigerians have been urged to desist from castigating their leaders and all those in authority.

This call was made to Nigerians by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III on Monday at the the Regional Conference on Climate Change-Induced Conflicts in Northern Nigeria hosted in Kaduna.

According to the Sultan, it is important that Nigerians rather than insult their leaders, they should allow God to really with them.

He also urgee Nigerians to contibue praying for their keaders and tne nation as a whole.

He further called on religious leadera accros Nigeria to quit misleadinh members of ghwir congregation.

“A lot of people say we have never had it so bad, but no matter how difficult it is, ease will come. We believe nothing lasts forever.

“Nothing bad and nothing good lasts forever. Let us intensify prayers in our congregations and encourage our followers to pray for our leaders.

“We will not castigate them; we will allow Almighty Allah to deal with them as He wishes and He will,” the Sultan notes.

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Arewa APC Merger Group Hails President Tinubu for Release of Detained minors

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The Arewa APC Merger Group has thanked President Bola Tinubu for his swift and compassionate response in ordering the release of detained minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests.

In a statement signed by National Coordinator Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa in Abuja, the group expressed gratitude for the President’s decisive action, which has brought renewed hope to many Nigerians.

The group commended President Tinubu for showing strong leadership on the issue, noting that his actions demonstrate a commitment to justice and the well-being of Nigeria’s youth.

They emphasized that this move reassures citizens of the President’s dedication to fairness and the protection of human rights under his administration.

The release order from President Tinubu came after the Arewa APC Merger Group took substantial steps to advocate for the detained children.

In response to reports of mistreatment, including allegations of malnutrition and poor conditions, the group provided essential food and support to the minors both at the Federal High Court in Abuja and while in custody.

This effort underscored the group’s commitment to the welfare of young Nigerians and their resolve to seek justice.

Hon. Musa Mujahid Zaitawa stated that the group is encouraged by the President’s response and considers it a positive signal of his administration’s commitment to addressing national issues with compassion and responsibility.

The Arewa APC Merger Group remains hopeful that this action will set a precedent for prioritizing the rights and well-being of Nigeria’s youth across the country.

President Tinubu’s decision to release the children reflects his administration’s acknowledgment of the calls from various stakeholders to uphold justice and safeguard the future of young Nigerians.

The Arewa APC Merger Group expressed their appreciation for this significant step, which they believe will strengthen public confidence in the government’s dedication to the rights of all citizens.

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Breaking: Court Drops Charges Against Minors

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The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday struck out the charges brought against a total of 119 #EndBadGovernance protesters.

All 119 protesters were arraigned on Friday, November 1 on charges bordering on Treason felony, inciting to mutiny, among others.

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The defendants were arraigned in two batches at the previous proceeding.

The first batch comprised a total of 76 protesters which included 32 minors and the second batch a total of 43 protesters.

The trial judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, struck out the suit following an application by the counsel to the Attorney General of the Federation, M. D Abubakar, to take over and discontinue the matter.

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