adrainuche:
So this is our only hope !!!

safarigirl:
cc kaboninc, so that when we that know how all these government ministries work are talking, you won't come here and tell us about procedures.

kaboninc:


Maybe you should go and read my response to you again.

It is obvious that you do not know how organisations (government and private alike) work and that informs your ignorance on the subject matter. It is also obvious that your emotions are at play here and that is why you do not see the need for discipline. Maybe because you tip these officials for a service, you conclude that that's just how things are done. So these rants could be used to push the hands of the Minister to do what shouldn't be done and when the consequences come, will you be there to stand with him? Then the cycle continues and tomorrow, people like you would come Online to type bu...llsh...it and complain and wail.

Let me repeat and I hope you learn this time. All expenses in a responsible organization must be approved. The essence is to ensure transparency, accountability and discipline. Am not interested in the sentiments here and there or if there was a beef with anybody but in ensuring that the right and proper thing is done the right and proper way. When you make people comply to these standards, things like this will never recur.

How about the expenses claimed by the team is more than what should be expensed? How sure are you that the Ministry is well prepared to foot these bills? If NFF is truly autonomous, why do they seek for funds from the Ministry? Do you know the chain of commands in these bodies? Or you think someone will just go to Rome because he's a Nigerian athlete and would be expecting funds from the Government?

I really don't think you have an idea of what you are talking about. The cause could be for good but the procedure should not be flawed. You are studying law and I suppose you should know more about this.

safarigirl:
all this long story for 3 lines? Hian!

My point then was that YOU don't know if the process was flawed. Just because the ministry says it was flawed doesn't mean it was flawed. Because the ministries are filled with SHADY people who will throw ANYONE under the bus to cover their INCOMPETENCE

I am not saying anything that requires an epistle. All i'm saying is: DON'T BELIEVE ANYTHING THAT COMES FROM GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS. You seem to be defending them based on what they said, which is foolhardy for anyone who knows the antics of government

You're a graduate, you should know their ways

kaboninc:


Here you go again!

What is the process again if I may ask? A team is to leave for a competition. Lets even assume that they submitted a request for funding and approval. Ordinarily, it is to be approved (but that does not mean that it can't be turned down). However, the funding is the bone of contention. Then you travel (without the necessary funding approval) and you expect the management to just "okay" your request even when there might be some flaws in your proposal?

If the Minister comes out to query the modality for their actions, and what he said is the well known practice in well organized institutions, how then do you know if it was flawed or not?

I am not defending anybody unlike people like you who pander to your emotions. I more of people doing the proper thing the proper way. And requesting for approval before embarking on any task is a very important lesson you should learn. If you read my earlier post, I did state that there could be a miscommunication somewhere but what's most important is that you do things the proper way.

Why don't you tell us if it was flawed or not!

adrainuche:
Troost Ekong hits camp cc instagram

We still await

Mikel (surely will be in camp departs england)
Madu
Akpeyi ...

Aminu Umar doubtful Europa qualifiers ...

terzurum5:
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Japan U-23s Coach: We’ll Be In Top Form Against Nigeria
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Japan men’s Olympic football team coach Makoto Teguramori has stated that his side will be at their very best against Nigeria U-23s in their group B clash in Manaus on August 4.


This will be the fourth clash between Japan and Nigeria at the Olympic Games.


In their first meeting at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, Japan won 3-1 with Kunishige Kamamoto scoring a hat-trick.


In Atlanta 1996 and Beijing 2008, Nigeria triumped 2-0 and 2-1 respectively.


According to japantimes.co.jp, Teguramori however pointed out that the outcome of the game against Nigeria, will determine how far his side will go in Rio.


“We’ll be at our peak for the first game,” Teguramori said.


“That game will make or break our medal chances.”


The 48-year-old expressed hope that they will come back from Rio with a medal.


“The mission we’ve taken on is a huge one. Hopefully, we can bring back a medal to add a new chapter in (Japanese soccer) history.”


Meanwhile, Japan will face hosts Brazil in a friendly game on July 30 ahead of their first Rio 2016 match against Nigeria.
www.completesportsnigeria.com/japan-u-23s-coach-well-top-form-nigeria/
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Pavarotti:

Ndidi Hits Dream Team Camp : Mikel, Ekong Train With Team



Gent Midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is the latest Foreign based star to hit the Dream team Atlanta training camp.

The 19 year old belgium based defender read more at http://www.soccerassembly.com/ndidi-hits-dream-team-camp-mikel-ekong-train-with-team/

adrainuche:



Don't believe this news !!!

terzurum5:
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Chelsea Star Mikel Appointed Team Nigeria Captain At Olympics
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Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has been appointed captain of Team Nigeria at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.


Veteran female table tennis player Olufunke Oshonaike, 40, will assist the Super Eagles skipper in carrying out his duties.


While Funke will be competing in her sixth Olympic Games in Rio, Mikel is set to make his first appearance in the prestigious international sporting competition.


The 29-year-old central midfielder was congratulated by members of the Dream Team after training on Tuesday morning, according to the Media Officer of the squad, Timi Ebikagboro.


NIKE has supplied the Nigeria U23s players and officials with new kits ahead of their departure to Brazil.
Igho Kingsley

www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=19880

safarigirl:
appointing an Olympics rookie Captain?

I'm just happy for Mikel

joseph1013:
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“We are suffering in Atlanta. We have not received any money since we arrived this training camp. I have not been paid for the past five months,” lamented Siasia.

“We will not hold the country to ransom by threatening not to play our matches, but the government has to come to our rescue.

“I know that by the time the Olympics will be over, our monies will not be paid"

terzurum5:

Simply the truth, especially the last paragraph.

laperson:
The last paragraph speaks volume of Siasia's expectations. I wouldn't make such an utterance if I have a strong conviction in my abilities to win the gold medal.