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NIGERIAN YOUTH EMPOWERMENT GETS BOOST AS PROF CHRIS IMUMOLEN DONATES ₦40 MILLION IN SCHOLARSHIPS

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  Nicolas Adekeye / 6 hours
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In a significant move to promote youth development in Nigeria, former presidential candidate Prof. Chris Imumolen has awarded ₦40 million in scholarships to the winners of the National Secondary School Flag Football Competition. The Lagos State male and female teams, who emerged victorious in the competition, each received ₦20 million in scholarships. The competition, which was held at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar, saw the Lagos State teams defeat their counterparts from Akwa Ibom State in both the male and female categories. The female team from Lagos won 14-12, while the male team secured a convincing 22-12 victory. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, and the President of the Nigerian American Football Association (NAFA), Mr. Babajide Akeredolu. The scholarship awards were presented by the Deputy Governor and Mr. Akeredolu on behalf of Prof. Imumolen. In addition to the scholarships, Mr. Akeredolu announced additional awards for the teams, including ₦1 million each for the Lagos State male and female teams. The Akwa Ibom State teams, which came in second, received ₦750,000 each, while the Cross River State male team, which came in third, received ₦300,000. The FCT female team, which came in fourth, also received ₦300,000. The competition was part of the Season 3 Akweti Bowl II American Football Tournament, which aims to promote American football in Nigeria. According to Mr. Akeredolu, the tournament is part of NAFA’s efforts to provide opportunities for young athletes to develop their skills and pursue their passions. Prof. Imumolen’s generous donation is a testament to his commitment to empowering Nigerian youth through education and sports. By providing scholarships and supporting initiatives like the National Secondary School Flag Football Competition, Prof. Imumolen is helping to create opportunities for young people to succeed and make a positive impact in their communities.