Akwa United teenage sensation, Sani Suleiman, has been nominated for two prestigious awards at the League Bloggers Awards (LBA).
The 17-year-old winger has been shortlisted for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Player of the Season and Rookie of the Season awards.
Suleiman’s impressive performances in the second half of the season, where he scored 11 goals in 19 appearances, have earned him a place among the top contenders for the Player of the Season award. He faces stiff competition from Enyimba’s Chijioke Mbaoma and Remo Stars’ Sodiq Ismail.
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The young prodigy is the clear favorite to win the Rookie of the Season award, given his outstanding debut season in the NPFL. However, he faces competition from Enyimba’s Daniel Daga and Remo Stars’ Ahmed Akinyele.
Suleiman’s impressive form has also seen him feature in the NPFL Team of the Season, alongside Remo Stars’ Sikiru Alimi and Enyimba’s Chijioke Mbaoma.
The LBA Gala 2024 will take place in Lagos on July 19, and Suleiman’s nominations are a testament to his hard work and dedication to the sport. His performances have also caught the attention of former Nigeria coach Finidi George, who considered naming him in his squad for the World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Republic of Benin in June 2024.
Suleiman’s rise to prominence is a promising sign for Nigerian football, and his awards nominations are well-deserved recognition for his talents. As he looks to the future, Suleiman will be eager to continue impressing and making a name for himself in the NPFL.
With his pace, skill, and goalscoring ability, Suleiman has all the qualities to become a top player in the NPFL.
Sani Suleiman’s nominations for the NPFL Player and Rookie of the Season awards are a reward to his hard work and commitment to the sport. His impressive performances have caught the attention of coaches and fans alike, and he will be looking to continue impressing in the years to come.
