In a bid to unearth and nurture top footballing talent in Nigeria, ABS Ilorin FC on Friday, 26th July 2024 kicked off its Player Talent Hunt and Development Program in Kaduna.
The initiative, aimed at discovering players ready for transfer to the European market, will cover the six geopolitical zones in the country.
The program, a collaborative effort with ABS FC’s international partners, seeks to identify and develop young players with exceptional skills and potential.
The talent hunt will visit five locations across Nigeria, including Kaduna (North West), Bauchi (North East), Owerri (South East), Calabar (South South), Ado Ekiti (South West), and Ilorin (North Central).
Nineteen teams participated in the talent hunt in Kaduna including: Sabon Karo FC, Fish Vendors FC, Globalcom Academy, Rambo Football Academy, Arlee Sportive, Avalon FC, Alaafin Boys, Selenco FC, YK Unique FC, Endurance FC, Olympia Academy, Flying Vasco, Kubarachi Academy, Samlia Boys, Lexrol Academy, Nigeria Railways, RCCG Grade Grace FC and Morning Stars FC.
The Co-ordinator of the Programme, Jimoh Bashir expressed satisfaction with the standard displayed by the teams, while also commending the Coaches for their maturity and understanding.
He commended the Kaduna State Government, as well as the Ahmadu Bello Stadium management, Kaduna Referees Council and the FA for their support. He equally commended Zakariyau Muhammed jamiu (Haji Designer) for laying a reliable template for the programme.
The initiative is expected to boost the country’s football development and increase the number of Nigerian players competing at the highest level globally.
