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‎ADUSTECH Wudil Honours VC Yakasai for Transforming University Sports

By Muzammil Dalha Yola ‎ ‎The Vice-Chancellor of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUST), Wudil, Professor Musa Tukur Yakasai, was honoured by the university’s Directorate of Sports on thursday 14th May 2026 in his office. The recognition ceremony was announced in a press statement signed by the University Information and Public Relations Unit Officer, Baffa A. Hamdullahi. ‎The award of honour was presented to the Vice-Chancellor in appreciation of his immense support for the development of sports in the university since he assumed office. According to the Director of Sports, Abdussalam Garba, the gesture was also meant to express gratitude for the attention and total commitment the Vice-Chancellor has consistently given to sporting activities on campus. Responding, Professor Yakasai expressed delight at the honour and reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the Sports Directorate and other units across the university. “We will make sure we put in our best to ensure ...
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‎NSSF, NOC Empower PHE Teachers in Kano with Olympic Values Training

‎By Ado Salisu and Muzammil Dalha Yola ‎The Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF), in partnership with the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), has launched a three-day capacity-building programme for Physical and Health Education (PHE) teachers in Kano State, reinforcing a nationwide drive to strengthen grassroots sports development. ‎ ‎Sponsored by Olympic Solidarity, the training follows successful editions in Ogun and Plateau States. Over 100 PHE teachers from across Kano are participating in the training at Government Girls College (GGC), Dala, where they are being equipped with modern tools in Olympic Values Education (OVEP), sports psychology, coaching, sports science, talent identification, and athlete development. ‎The OVEP framework, developed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), integrates the core values of excellence, friendship, and respect into both classroom and sports instruction. ‎ ‎Speaking at the opening ceremony, NSSF President Olabisi Joseph emphasiz...
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‎GGC Dala Principal Lauds NSSF for Sports Development Efforts

By Ado Salisu ‎The leadership of the Nigerian School Sports Federation (NSSF) has been commended for its laudable programmes aimed at promoting and developing various sporting activities across the country. ‎ ‎The Director/Principal of Government Girls College (GGC) Dala Kano, Hajia Hauwa Nuhu Wali, made the commendation while receiving executive members of the NSSF led by its President, Mrs. Olabisi Joseph, who paid her a courtesy visit in her office in Kano. ‎ ‎The visit was part of the activities lined up for a workshop organized by the NSSF in collaboration with the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC), with support from Olympic Solidarity. ‎ ‎According to the Principal, the Federation’s leadership deserves commendation for organizing various sporting events at both state and federal government levels despite the financial constraints facing the NSSF. ‎ ‎Hajia Hauwa Wali called on local, state, and federal governments, as well as multinational corporations, to partner with the...
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‎NFF, WAFU B President Gusau Pays Condolence Visit to Late Galadima Family in Kano

By Muzammil Dalha Yola ‎The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on Saturday led a high-powered delegation to Kano on a condolence visit over the death of former NFA Chairman, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Galadima, MFR. ‎The elder statesman passed away on Saturday in Kano at the age of 78 after a protracted illness. ‎Speaking during the visit, Gusau described the late Galadima as a “selfless, unique, and astute administrator who is difficult to find in this contemporary era and was widely respected for his integrity and devotion to sports development.” ‎“He sacrificed his life in serving both Kano State and Nigeria in many capacities with discipline, commitment, dedication, integrity and sincerity,” Gusau said. “His loss is not only to the people of Kano but to Nigeria at large.” ‎The NFF president added that Galadima was both a father and teacher to many in the football family. “He guided and advised us alwa...
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$10,000 Up For Grabs As DAM Foundation Set To Host Northwest Basketball Championship ‎

By Admin ‎Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha DAM Foundation has earmarked $10,000 for winners of the Northwest Basketball Championship scheduled to hold from April 16 to 19, 2026 in Kano. ‎The prize breakdown shows that in the male category, the winners will go home with $5,000, runners-up $2,000, and third place $1,000. ‎In the female category, the winner will receive $1,500 and the runners-up $500. ‎According to the tournament sponsor, Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha, other consolation prizes are also expected to be awarded during the championship. ‎The tournament, sponsored by the Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha DAM Foundation, will feature both male and female teams competing for honors in what promises to be a landmark sporting event. ‎Participating male teams include Zamfara Shooters, Kebbi Warriors, Sokoto Galaxy, Katsina Desert Warriors, Jigawa Golden Stars, Kaduna Fresh Stars, host state Kano Giants, and NTITII Thunder Basketball Team, all set to showcase their emerging talents on a competitive regional pl...
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NSSF Commemorate With Kano State Over The Demise Of Coach Yakubu

By Ado Salisu ‎The President of the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF) Mrs Olabisi Joseph and the Executive members of the Federation has expressed its condolences message to the Government and People of Kano State for the demise of Coach Yakubu for his long service,love, affection and concern for the development of Basketball in Kano State and Nigeria at large. Late Coach Yakubu The Nigeria School Sport Federation NSSF will forever not forget his contribution to the development of Grassroot Basketball, during his lifetime he was a hardworking and straight forward person. ‎Speaking to the family through the National public Relations officer (PRO) of the federation Malan Sagiru Sani Dandango extended the message of the President to the good people and government of Kano, ‎ The Ministry of Education and the sporting children of Kano State to bear his lost as an act of Almighty Allah and also pray for his eternal mercy.
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Steron Foundation DG Rains ₦9M Cash Prizes On Tournament Winners

By Muzammil Dalha Yola ‎The Director General of Steron Foundation, Abubakar Sadiq Mni, yesterday splashed ₦9 million in cash prizes at the closing ceremony of the Steron Foundation Football Tournament at Sani Abacha Stadium. ‎The tournament, which featured teams from 15 Local Government Areas across the Kano Senatorial District, concluded in grand style. In his remarks, Abubakar Sadiq emphasized that the competition aimed to identify and nurture talented footballers, providing them opportunities to showcase their skills internationally. He revealed that selected players would be sponsored abroad through the Steron Foundation. ‎A young player from Nasarawa LGA emerged Man of the Tournament and has been nominated for the Nigeria national under-17 football team by special guest Alh. Dr. Sharif Rabiu I. Ahlan, who serves in key football administrative roles in NFF, CAF, and FIFA. ‎Gwale LGA emerged champions, winning ₦5 million, a trophy, and gold medals. Nasarawa LGA finished runners-up w...
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