As anticipation builds for the Nigeria Seaside Soccer League (NBSL) Tremendous Finals scheduled for November 6–9 in Abuja, the league’s management, led by Nationwide Coordinator Mahmud Hadejia, paid a strategic courtesy go to to the President of the Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau on Tuesday.
The go to highlighted ongoing collaboration geared toward strengthening the construction of seaside soccer in Nigeria and restoring the nation’s delight on the continental and international stage.
Throughout the assembly, Hadejia expressed profound appreciation to the NFF for reviving the Tremendous Sand Eagles after a number of years away from worldwide motion.
“First, I wish to commend the NFF on behalf of the Nigeria Seaside Soccer household for guaranteeing that the Tremendous Sand Eagles got here again alive final yr after years of absence as promised — and we even made a mark upon our return,” he mentioned, acknowledging Nigeria’s improved aggressive outlook.
He famous that the successes recorded lately had been instantly tied to the NFF’s renewed curiosity within the sport and the platform offered by the Nigerian Seaside Soccer League.
“5 years down the road, you’ve got been a powerful spine to our progress. Right this moment, we’re celebrating the journey collectively and the results of your assist has helped us to construct a strong seaside soccer tradition and basis for the nation. Seaside Soccer is now performed in additional states with growing curiosity than ever earlier than” Hadeija added.
In his remarks, the NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau praised the dedication of the seaside soccer neighborhood, acknowledging that their persistence compelled pressing motion in direction of restoring Nigeria’s presence on the world stage.
“I do know I’m going by a variety of stress from you guys,” he joked warmly.
“However thank God — Africa now is aware of that Nigeria is again, alive, and able to competing once more.”
He harassed {that a} sturdy home league stays the inspiration for scouting and creating elite expertise.
“We not have to attend till tournaments come earlier than we begin choosing gamers from 11-a-side soccer to signify us in seaside soccer,” he mentioned.
“There have to be a construction, and the league you’ve got constructed over the past 4 to 5 years is precisely what we have to maintain international competitiveness.”
He reaffirmed the NFF’s unwavering assist for the 2025 NBSL Tremendous Finals, describing the occasion because the true showcase of the most effective of Nigeria’s Premier Seaside Soccer.
The NFF President prolonged a powerful attraction to companions, stakeholders, and soccer lovers to embrace the distinctive pleasure that seaside soccer brings.
“Soccer is broader than what we see within the conventional stadium. Seaside soccer is quick, thrilling, thrilling, and already a significant continental and international sport,” he emphasised.
“We would like Nigeria competing on the highest stage — from the Africa Seaside Soccer Cup of Nations to the FIFA Seaside Soccer World Cup — and we can not obtain that with out sturdy assist from company organizations and passionate residents.”
He inspired Nigerians to attend the Abuja Tremendous Finals to assist the gamers, promising a spectacle that may convert first-timers into loyal followers.
“For a lot of who don’t know the sport, when you see it stay, you’ll be blown away by the depth and enjoyable. We are going to guarantee everybody crucial is mobilized to witness this nice occasion,” he assured.
With current performances signaling a optimistic turnaround, each our bodies are aligned within the mission to reclaim Nigeria’s historic place as a seaside soccer powerhouse — a title the Tremendous Sand Eagles as soon as held with delight after a number of African titles and World Cup podium finishes.
The 2025 NBSL Tremendous Finals in Abuja, that includes the highest groups from the league season, will function a vital rallying level for the game’s subsequent chapter of nationwide resurgence.
The joint dedication displayed through the go to underscores a brand new period of strategic growth, stronger grassroots engagement, and renewed ambition — all geared in direction of placing the green-white-green flag firmly again on the world seaside soccer map.
