Ajibade Dapo Lauds Akpabio for Youth Development Efforts

Ajibade Dapo, the Director General of Kanu Nwankwo Football Academy (KIFA), commended Senate President Godswill Obot Akpabio for his significant support of grassroots football development in Nigeria. Dapo described Akpabio as “a true pillar of youth development and national unity,” acknowledging his longstanding legacy in sports and youth empowerment throughout his public service career.

This includes Akpabio's transformative tenure as Governor of Akwa Ibom State, his impactful role as Honourable Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, and his current position as President of the 10th Senate. Dapo's remarks underscore the alignment of KIFA's mission with Akpabio's commitment to investing in the future of Nigerian youths.

The article also briefly mentions the final list of players selected by Coach Abdulhakim Yakubu to represent Nigeria at the 22nd Africa Men’s Cadet Handball Championship in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, scheduled for September 15 to 22, 2026.