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Sports Development: What Nigeria Needs To Do – Minister Enoh

Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has identified some of the prerequisites needed for development in the sports sector in Nigeria.

According to Minister Enoh who resumed office a few days ago, Nigeria’s sports sector needs to address its trust deficit and infrastructure funding needs

The minister stated that his passion which is a character trait will fuel his desire to succeed in the responsibilities assigned to him by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

On addressing the trust deficit, Enoh stated that he would lead an open and transparent administration, adding that Nigerian sporting media must join hands in the development of sports, while also seeking partnerships with stakeholders for the sake of national growth.

“Funding remains a challenge, it’s never enough. Even with the little release, there is the issue of trust deficiency. However, I will bring transparency and openness, to restore confidence and to provide the direction for sponsors to come in,” he assured.

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Etebo hails Osimhen as one of the world’s best strikers

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Nigeria midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo has lauded his fellow countryman Victor Osimhen, describing him as one of the best strikers in the world.

Osimhen, who joined Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray in September, has made an impressive impact with 17 goals and five assists in 22 appearances across all competitions.

Etebo praised Osimhen’s decision to play in Turkey and highlighted his dedication on the field.

“Osimhen is one of the best strikers in the world. I think the football community also accepts this. I think he did a good thing by coming to Galatasaray,” Etebo said.

“He is a very willing player on the field, who gives everything for his team. He continues to score goals. I think he will continue to score goals. I think he will do very successful things in his future career.”

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RC Lens midfielder Basit Ojediran eager to represent Super Eagles

RC Lens midfielder Basit Hamzat Ojediran has expressed his strong desire to play for the Super Eagles in the near future.

The 21-year-old, who has been a regular feature for the French Ligue 1 side since joining from Albanian club Debrecine VSC last summer, has made 11 league appearances, scoring once and providing an assist.

Ojediran, who previously represented Nigeria at the U-17 level, shared his excitement about the possibility of playing for the senior national team. “My dream has always been to play for the Super Eagles,” he told Completesports.com. “I have played for Nigeria at the U-17 level and I can’t wait to have the opportunity at the highest level of the national team, that’s the Super Eagles.”

Ojediran was part of the Golden Eaglets team that reached the Round of 16 at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil. Interestingly, new Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, who played for RC Lens from 2008 to 2011, could provide a familiar connection as Ojediran aims for his senior debut.

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Trent Alexander-Arnold to miss Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Tottenham, says Slot

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has seen his future become a hot topic over the last few months with the 26-year-old’s contract running out at the end of the season.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final against Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on Thursday.

Alexander-Arnold requested to be substituted due to a leg strain during Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday, which kept them atop the Premier League.

Slot revealed that the defender would not be available for the Spurs encounter but was hopeful about his recovery. “He is going to miss tomorrow, and we have to see if he can play on Sunday, but he is not available tomorrow,” Slot said.

He added, “I think you saw he left the pitch with a bit of pain in his leg, so that is why he misses tomorrow. He is already on the pitch with the rehab coach, so let’s see how long it takes.”

Liverpool are currently trailing Tottenham 1-0 in the semi-final tie and will need to overcome that deficit in the second leg.

Despite Alexander-Arnold’s absence, the Reds remain in contention across multiple competitions, sitting six points ahead of Arsenal in the Premier League, having qualified for the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League, and preparing for a fourth-round FA Cup clash against Plymouth Argyle.