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SEE DOCUMENT: IMO STATE SOUTH EAST AMPUTEE FOOTBALL TEAM BEGINS TRAINING CAMP AHEAD OF RESCHEDULED NATIONAL AMPUTEE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP IN ABUJA.

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By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
4- OCT- 2025

In line with preparations for the upcoming 2025 National Amputee Football Championship, the Imo State South East Amputee Football Team has officially commenced its intensive training camp at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, on October 9th, 2025. This development comes as the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation (NAFF) officially announced the postponement of the National Championship to October 13th–17th, 2025, due to accommodation-related adjustments.

According to a circular dated September 18th, 2025, and signed by Nonye Nwose, Secretary General of NAFF, the event initially slated for October 7th–10th, 2025, has been shifted to October 13th–17th, 2025, with the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, confirmed as the official venue. The memo expressed regret over the change in schedule, apologizing for any inconvenience and assuring stakeholders of a smooth and successful championship.

The circular read in part:

> “I wish to inform you that the above captioned championship earlier scheduled to hold from 7th–10th October 2025 has been shifted to 13th–17th October 2025 due to accommodation issues. The event is now rescheduled as follows: Date: 13th–17th October 2025. Venue: MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. Arrival: 13th October 2025. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences. Thank you for your kind understanding.”

Meanwhile, the Imo State South East Amputee Football Team has wasted no time in intensifying its preparations for the event. Under the banner of Imo’s commitment to inclusive sports, the training camp serves as both a physical conditioning program and a platform for scouting and grooming top amputee players from across the South East region.

The camp, open to all eligible amputee football players from Imo and neighboring states, seeks to identify exceptional talents capable of representing the region at the national stage. The athletes will engage in tactical drills, endurance exercises, and team coordination sessions under the supervision of professional coaches and technical experts.

The training, taking place at the prestigious Dan Anyiam Stadium, has already attracted enthusiasm and morale among participants, who see the program as an opportunity to showcase resilience, passion, and pride for their region. It also reinforces Imo State’s leadership in promoting disability-inclusive sports and community integration.

Stakeholders, including sports enthusiasts and disability rights advocates, have commended the initiative, describing it as a major step toward equality and empowerment through sports. Many noted that the program not only encourages physical fitness and competition but also breaks societal barriers by giving amputee athletes a platform to thrive.

With the National Amputee Football Championship now officially set for October 13th–17th, 2025, and arrival slated for October 13th, the Imo South East Amputee Football Team is poised to make an impressive appearance at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.

The team’s management has expressed optimism that the dedication and discipline displayed during the Owerri camp will translate into an excellent performance at the national tournament, as they aim to bring glory to Imo State and the entire South East zone.

In conclusion, the establishment of the training camp and the prompt response to the revised competition schedule reflect Imo State’s proactive approach to sports development and inclusion. The program stands as a testament to the belief that disability does not define ability, and through determination, teamwork, and the right support, every athlete can achieve greatness.

Competition Details:
Event: National Amputee Football Championship
Date: October 13–17, 2025
Venue: MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja
Arrival: October 13, 2025
Training Camp Details:
Camp Opening: 9th October 2025
Venue: Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, Imo State
Eligibility: Amputee players from Imo and the South East region

 

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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE OF THE SUPER EAGLES ON THE PASSING OF HIS MOTHER

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President Bola Tinubu sends his condolences

to Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze on the passing of his mother.

The President also extends his sympathies to the family and friends of Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, who passed away on Thursday.

President Tinubu mourns with the Chukwueze family and encourages them to find solace in the memory and legacy of their late matriarch.

“The passing of Mrs Chukwueze, the mother of one of our bright football stars, just a few days after the passing of Super Eagles’ captain Wilfred Ndidi’s father, is deeply saddening.

I mourn with them, and I am with them in prayers during this difficult time,” the President says.

President Tinubu prays that God Almighty will grant the departed eternal rest.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)

 

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EPL: Arsenal’s starting XI against Man Utd unveiled

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Arsenal’s starting XI to face Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday evening has been unveiled.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta opted to start Gabriel Jesus ahead of Viktor Gyokeres to lead the Gunners’ attack against the Red Devils.

This comes after Jesus scored a brace against Inter Milan in the Champions League in midweek.

The Brazilian will be assisted by Bukayo Saka and Leandro on the wings.

In midfield, Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard return to join Martin Zubimendi.

Arsenal’s starting XI: Raya, Timber, Gabriel, Saliba, Hincapie, Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard, Saka, Trossard, Jesus.

Substitutes:  Arrizabalaga, Mosquera, White, Lewis-Skelly, Merino, Eze, Martinelli, Madueke, Gyokeres.

The kick-off time for the match is 5.30 pm.

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Osimhen’s Indiscipline Cost Nigeria The AFCON Title — Football Legend, Sunday Oliseh Blows Hot (Video)

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Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has attributed Nigeria’s failure to clinch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco to what he described as indiscipline on the part of Victor Osimhen, arguing that individual actions disrupted team unity at a critical stage of the tournament.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Oliseh said Osimhen’s public confrontation with teammate Ademola Lookman during Nigeria’s 4–0 Round of 16 win over Mozambique disrupted the squad’s chemistry and weakened their title chances.

During the match, Osimhen appeared to rebuke Lookman for not releasing the ball in an attacking move, an incident that drew backlash from fans who criticised the striker’s conduct as unprofessional.

Oliseh claimed the consequences were felt beyond the Mozambique fixture, insisting Lookman’s form dipped noticeably afterwards, affecting Nigeria’s attacking potency in the semifinal.

“Let’s look at the toxicity that might have cost us the AFCON title,” he said. “We are confusing talent with licence. Victor Osimhen is world-class, but talent is not a license to destroy team chemistry.”

“Look at the evidence. Since that public outburst against Ademola Lookman, one of our brightest lights, he became a shadow of himself, and we lost our bite. When you publicly diminish your teammates, you break their spirit.”

He added that Lookman had been “the most dangerous player in the tournament until that public verbal abuse broke his focus,” arguing that Nigeria lost “the psychological edge needed to win” against a disciplined Moroccan side in the semifinal.

Oliseh also criticized what he described as a fan culture that now tolerates such behavior: “What’s worse, and frankly, what’s most dangerous for our football is the fan culture that now tolerates this.”

His critique widened to include Osimhen’s earlier public comments attacking former Super Eagles coach Finidi George. While acknowledging Osimhen’s value, Oliseh stressed that no player is bigger than the national team.

“Scoring goals for Nigeria doesn’t give you a licence to disrespect certified legends like Finidi George or Victor Ikpeba. It doesn’t give you the right to disrespect your coaches or teammates,” he said. “If goals alone justified arrogance, what should the legends who put Nigeria at the pinnacle of world football, like Amokachi, Amunike, Okocha, Babangida and myself, do? Walk on people’s heads?”

Oliseh warned that continued indiscipline and poor administration would damage the team’s future: “If we don’t fix the discipline and the administration, there won’t be a Super Eagles left to support.”

He also criticised the celebrations that followed Nigeria’s third-place finish, when the Super Eagles beat Egypt on penalties.

“There was a time the Super Eagles shed tears at second place, because to us anything but the trophy was a failure; celebrating third place built a culture of mediocrity,” he said.

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