It Is Time To Rebuild And Reboot' - Abdul Sule, President, All Nigeria Football Players Union (ANFPU).




Newly appointed President of the All Nigerian Football Players Union (ANFPU) Abdul Sule has urged all present and retired footballers to demonstrate core values that would help them remain relevant during and after playing the game of soccer. 


Sule who was a former Super Eagles player was appointed as President of the body, in a well organised ceremony held in Abuja on Wednesday, which was attended by ex- footballers, and top NFF Officials, including the Second-Vice President of the NFF, Shehu Dikko.


"It is time to rebuild and reboot the players union association in our country. It requires vision, trust, knowledge and courage. ANFPU is a players-led organisation, which demonstrates the values of ensuring better life for the present and retired footballers in Nigeria.' Sule Said. 


"As a former player, who have played both in the local league, the national team and also abroad. I believe I have the deep understanding of the players position within the game and will contribute significantly to the growth of the organization.


"This historic initiative will provide courage for all footballers in the country. Their voices will be heard and together, we can think of ways to develop, and protect players rights, both male and female.


"The association also aims at inspiring the younger players for more achievements and restore hope to the retired footballers. 


"Generally, we are looking at galvanizing the football playing community, through a strategic support system that would bring a new life into the Nigerian Football environment. 


"We have so many opportunities, partnerships wit the club owners and also with the Football Federation, as we are affiliated with them and have all it takes to be a union. 


"We have started work and are willing to accept players who are eligible to join the association. We are really poised at helping the current and ex players achieve their dreams. This is the main motive behind the association.

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