SAMSON SIASIA, NORTH EAST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, ENDORSE 10TH SENATE PRESIDENT'S U-18 UNITY FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

SAMSON SIASIA ENDORSES 10TH SENATE PRESIDENT'S U-18 UNITY FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

Former Nigerian international footballer, Samson Siasia, says he is throwing his weight behind the 10th Senate President's U-18 Unity Football Tournament.
This is as he praised the organizers, Grassroot Sports Federation, and the Senate leadership for their commitment towards youth development.
Xtrymesports.blogspot.com reports that the former Super Eagles handler Siasia endorsed the tournament, describing it as a beacon of hope for Nigerian youths, who intend to build and have a career.

He notes that under age tournaments remain the best way to spot and nurture young talents that will take over the existing players in the nearest future, urging the organisers to endeavor to identify outstanding players for possible trials.
The 10th Senate President's U-18 Unity Football Tournament is set to feature talented young footballers from across the country, providing a platform for them to showcase their skills and potentially launch their careers.

Slated for November 7th to 17th, 2025 at the Old Parade Ground in Abuja, the competition has been gathering momentum following the endorsements by notable personalities, including those at the National Assembly.

NORTH EAST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION LAUDS SENATE PRESIDENT'S U-18 UNITY FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

In a related development, Dr. Garba Iliya, Executive Director of Administration and Finance at the North East Development Commission, has commended the organizers of the 10th Senate President's U-18 Unity Football Tournament for their efforts in empowering youth through sports.
The tournament, which aims to promote unity and sports development among young Nigerians, has received widespread acclaim for its impact on the nation's youth.

Dr. Iliya expressed his gratitude to the leadership of the Senate for their commitment to youth development through sports. He encouraged the organizers to maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards age cheating, noting that it is detrimental to the development of young athletes.



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