The Fourth Edition of the Annual Football Tournament organized by the Maikaya Development Foundation has ended with NO SHAKING Football Club Lifting the Trophy of the Tournament. NO SHAKING FC of Toto were crowned Champions of the Tournament after defeating KOFA FC from same Area with a lone goal. The only goal of the encounter that made the difference was scored by Babangida Rabiu of NO SHAKING at the first half as Kofa FC Players later fought tooth and nail to equalize but were unable to shake the net of her opponent. While KOFA FC were unable to equalize, NO SHAKING FC could not add to their goals as the two Teams showcased talent and skills on the field of play. Football Enthusiasts, players and spectators were thrown into jubilation at the Central Primary School Field in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State as the Center Referee, blew the final whistle. Trophies, Medals and Cash, were presented at the end of the match as spectators and other dignitaries shower praises on Maikaya Development Foundation for her commitment at organizing the annual sports Program. The Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Maikaya Development Foundation, Dr. Muhammed Musa Maikaya, in an interview with Newsmen, appreciated Allah for seeing the Foundation through the successful hosting of the Tournament. Dr. MAIKAYA who is the Chiroma Toto, said he was happy that the Foundations’ aim of organizing the Football Tournament was achieved, promising that the Foundation will continue to live up to expectations in the days ahead. “Alhamdullilah! This is exactly what we foresaw – putting smiles on people’s faces, creating opportunity for youth to showcase their talents and strengthening unity amongst the people. These and more have been achieved by the mercies of Allah and through the commitment of Members of the Foundation, Committee Members, Partners, Participants and even the spectators “As a Foundation we have a lot in stock for our people and we will continue to unravel them as year 2024 progresses. Similar Tournament will take place in Keffi and Nasarawa Local Government Council very soon “Going forward, I advice the State Government, Well-to-do individuals and even Profit Making Organizations to partner with a real Foundation like ours (Maikaya Development Foundation) to enable them reach out to the people at the grassroots”, he stressed. The Chairman, Kogi State Civil Service Commission, Barr. Muhammed Tanko Osuku who graced the event, extolled Maikaya for his foresights at creating such opportunity for the youth to be engaged in positive venture at the Yuletide. Barr. Tanko said the Tournament has not only served as an avenue for the youth to showcase their talents but has also strengthen unity and love among the people of the Area and those who came from both far and near to witness the finals of the Tournament. The Legal Luminary calls for more support to enable the Organizers take the Tournament to greater standards. The Chief Operating Officer of Maikaya Development Foundation, Comr. Shuaibu Sanni who doubles as the Senior Special Assistant to the State Governor on Youth Development, described the Sports Showpiece as a Dream come true for the Foundation and described Dr. Maikaya as a foresighted leader with the interest of the people at heart. Other Dignitaries at the event includes Hon Abdulmumin Ari, Member Representing Nasarawa/Toto Federal Constituency, National Assembly, Abuja, Hon Tijjani Kayode, Member Representing Offa Federal Constituency, National Assembly, Abuja, Sen Ahmed Wadada Aliyu, Senator Representing Nasarawa West Senatorial District ably represented by his Legislative Aide, a Legal Luminary – Barr. Yakubu Galadima, Former Commissioner for Health in Nasarawa State – Pharm. Ahmed Baba Yahaya, an Abuja-based Legal Luminary from Kogi Local Government Area, Barr. Umar Abdullahi, Mr. Abdullahi Usman and Toto Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Aliu Abdullahi Tashas, who was represented by his Deputy, Hon. Abubakar Haruna Kwanakis, among others, all praised the players for their commitment to the round leather game and commended Dr. Maikaya for continually hosting the Tournament. They prayed to Allah to continue to strengthen him to do more in the years ahead as they also promised their support towards the success of upcoming Tournaments of the Foundation. The event also featured a Display by the Egbura Cultural Troup in the Area as the Dignitaries danced and appreciated their spectacular performance through cash donations.
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