Mogadishu Barracks Wins Women's Football at Abuja Championship
The 2026 Abuja Military Barracks Youth Championship commenced on August 4, 2026, with military officials emphasizing the importance of sports in youth development. Rear Admiral Saburi Lawal, representing Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede, highlighted the championship as a means to foster unity and discipline among youths from military barracks.
Rear Admiral Gideon Kachim noted the event's alignment with the Chief of Defence Staff’s vision to engage youth positively. Mogadishu Barracks emerged as champions in the women's football event, defeating NAF Base Bill Clinton Barracks 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation time.
NAF Valley secured third place by beating Nigerian Navy Barracks 3-0. The competition also featured volleyball and basketball, with participation from eight military barracks in the Federal Capital Territory.
The championship aims to empower young people and combat youth restiveness through sports.
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