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2026: NMA President Datti Umar Yusuf Calls for Unity, Grassroots Growth to Boost Nigeria Minifootball

President of the Nigeria Minifootball Association (NMA), Alhaj Datti Umar Yusuf, has called on stakeholders across the country to embrace unity, professionalism, and sustained development as Nigeria Minifootball steps into the new year with renewed ambition.

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In his New Year message, Yusuf extended warm greetings to players, officials, partners, and supporters of the sport, while reflecting on the progress recorded in the outgoing year. He described the gains achieved so far as a foundation for greater accomplishments in 2026.

The NMA President outlined a forward-looking agenda focused on strengthening administrative structures, expanding grassroots development, and improving technical capacity, with the ultimate goal of positioning Nigeria Minifootball for stronger continental and global competitiveness.

Yusuf emphasized that collective effort remains central to achieving the association’s vision, urging stakeholders to remain collaborative and ambitious in driving the sport’s growth. He noted that minifootball has the potential to serve as a powerful platform for youth empowerment, talent discovery, and the promotion of national pride.

He further stressed the importance of excellence, discipline, unity, and fair play, describing these values as essential not only to the sport but also to national development.

Concluding his message, Yusuf expressed optimism about the year ahead, praying for good health, peace, and prosperity for stakeholders and their families, and reaffirmed his belief that with confidence and purpose, Nigeria Minifootball is poised to achieve greater milestones in the new year.