NSC Hails Ranchers Bees FC for Rebranding, Grassroots Commitment!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended Ranchers Bees Football Club for its recent rebranding efforts and renewed focus on grassroots football development.

What We Know:

• Kaduna State FA Chairman, Faisal Abdullahi, led a delegation to the NSC headquarters in Abuja on Saturday, October 18, 2025.
• The team presented the club’s new home kit to NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, as part of efforts to reposition Ranchers Bees FC as a model for youth engagement in sports.
• The NSC expressed support for initiatives aimed at reviving traditional clubs with strong community roots.

Quote:

“This is not just about football branding; it’s about restoring pride and offering young talents real opportunities,” — NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko.

Why It Matters:

• Ranchers Bees FC was once one of Nigeria’s most respected clubs, with a rich history dating back to the 1970s.
• The rebranding is seen as part of a wider effort to rejuvenate Nigeria’s local football ecosystem and attract investment.
• Grassroots football development is essential for discovering and nurturing the next generation of national team players.

Citations:

1. Kaduna FA Media Brief – Oct. 18, 2025
2. NSC Press Release – “Ranchers Bees Return with Renewed Vision”
3. Channels Sports – “Ranchers Bees FC Unveils New Kit, Grassroots Drive”

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