By Muzammil Dalha Yola Faisal Abdullahi, Chairman of the Kaduna State Football Association, has extended his warmest congratulations to NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau on his recent appointment as President of WAFU. Abdullahi described Gusau's elevation as a well deserved appointmenta, a testament to his dedication and efforts in promoting football development. He praised Gusau's leadership and vision for Nigerian football. Gusau's appointment is seen as a significant milestone for Nigerian football, with Abdullahi expressing optimism that his leadership will positively impact football in the region.
By Muzammil Dalha Yola The Acting Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission, Alhaji Ibrahim Umar Fagge, has promised that Kano athletes who win gold medals at the Gateway Games 2024 National Sports Festival will automatically be included in the state's monthly salary payroll. Fagge made this announcement while briefing journalists on the state's preparedness for the festival, stating that silver and bronze medalists would receive rewards after discussions with the government. The Chairman expressed confidence in the athletes' abilities, setting a target to finish among the top five states, an improvement from their 7th position in the previous event. He thanked the Kano State Government and Ministry of Youth and Sports Development for their support, urging athletes to repay this backing with medals.