The Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN) leadership paid a courtesy visit to Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly (NASS), and Acting Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports, at his Maitama residence on Friday.
Led by PFAN President Tijani Babangida, MON, the delegation sought the senator’s support in promoting key initiatives, including the welfare of active football players and sustained assistance for retired professionals.
Senator Nwoko expressed his pleasure in hosting the PFAN executives, reiterating his commitment to programs and projects that advance sports development in Nigeria.
He pledged to collaborate with PFAN to achieve their goals, highlighting the significance of player welfare and football’s role in uniting the nation.
PFAN also expressed interest in partnering with Senator Nwoko’s Sports University, located in Idumuje-Ugboko, Delta State.
As the first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, the university aims to develop young football talents and provide educational opportunities for sports professionals.
Speaking on behalf of PFAN, President Tijani Babangida emphasized the need for collaboration to strengthen structures that support Nigerian footballers.
He reaffirmed PFAN’s commitment to working with Senator Nwoko and other stakeholders to build a vibrant sports ecosystem in the country.
The PFAN delegation included prominent officials such as Clement Temile (1st Vice President), Edema Fuludu, MON (General Secretary), Magaji Boss (PFAN Commissioner, North West).
Others are Mustapha Mubdiyu (FCT Caretaker Committee Chairman), and Mrs. Rotimi Michael (FCT Caretaker Committee 1st Vice Chairman).
