Remo Stars SC U17 coach Ajibolade Olumide is hoping G12 Football Club president Mr. Hakeem Mustapha Olatunji continues to promote grassroots football in Nigeria.
Remo Stars U17 beat G12 FC on penalties to finish third in the Ranking 45 Invitational Super 4 Tournament, a mini competition in celebration of Hakeem Mustapha Olatunji as he clocks 45 years of age.
Speaking after the match, Remo Stars’ coach Ajibolade Olumide told Sports247:
“It’s a beautiful one because we came to celebrate with an icon in the grassroots game. We came with kids just to enjoy ourselves and to learn. It’s not about the outcome of the games. It’s about the development and celebration of life. It’s all fun.”
Coach Olumide lauded Mr. Hakeem Mustapha Olatunji for his contribution to football in the country and hopes he carries on as an ambassador of the sport in the grassroots level.
“Mr. Hakeem Mustapha Olatunji is someone that has contributed a lot to the game. Kudos to him for his love of the game and for his love for the grassroots.
“We hope that he continues to support the game and that he remain in football because we need people like him.” he added.
