Abuja, Nigeria – The President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Gumel, warmly welcomed the Showtime Flag Football team to his residence in Abuja, where he assured them of the NOC’s full support in promoting and developing the sport across Nigeria.
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During the visit, the Showtime Flag delegation presented Gumel with an official Showtime Flag jersey along with other gifts as a token of appreciation for his contributions to Nigerian sports.
The Showtime Flag Football delegation included:
Manal Nassar, CEO of Showtime Flag
Jimmie Akinsola, Representative Ambassador of Showtime Flag
Adebare Adejumo, League Commissioner of Showtime Flag
Esther Kalu, PR/Communications Showtime Flag
Members of the Showtime Flag Football team
Speaking at the meeting, Manal Nassar, CEO of Showtime Flag, expressed her gratitude for the warm reception and emphasized the importance of collaboration in growing Flag Football in Nigeria.
“We are incredibly honored to be here today and to have the support of the Nigeria Olympic Committee. Flag Football is a fast-growing sport with the potential to provide incredible opportunities for young athletes in Nigeria.
With the NOC’s backing, we are confident that we can take the game to new heights, foster talent, and create pathways for international participation,” Nassar said.
In response, Habu Gumel commended Showtime Flag Football’s efforts and reiterated the NOC’s commitment to supporting the sport’s growth.
“Flag Football has the potential to be a game-changer in Nigeria, and we are delighted to see the passion and dedication that Showtime Flag is bringing to it.
The NOC stands ready to support initiatives that develop and promote sports at all levels,” Gumel stated.
The meeting signified a crucial step in strengthening the partnership between Showtime Flag Football and the NOC, paving the way for greater opportunities for athletes and enthusiasts of the sport in Nigeria.
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