Lobi Stars Players Complete Medicals for New NNL Season

On Wednesday, players of Lobi Stars Football Club participated in mandatory medical examinations in preparation for the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League season. The screening took place at CardioPoint Medicals located along Modern Market Road in Makurdi, Benue State, adhering to the Nigeria National League's club licensing regulations regarding players' fitness and well-being.

Club Nurse Christopher Ayom led the examination process, which included electrocardiogram (ECG) tests and other routine health assessments to evaluate the players' health status. Ayom described the exercise as fruitful and successful, praising the club's management for facilitating a smooth process aimed at medically certifying the players' fitness with proper documentation as required by the league body.

Dr. Vincent Shidali, Chief Executive Officer of CardioPoint Medicals, emphasized the importance of medical screening in sports, stating that wellness is crucial for peak performance and that routine checks help prevent potential health issues. He commended Lobi Stars for their commitment and wished the team success in the upcoming season, which begins on October 31, 2026.