IBADAN TO STAND STILL AS EX-SUPER EAGLES, IBADAN GREATS REUNITE

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By OyoSportsNews

Ibadan is about to relive the golden glow of Nigerian football, as the city prepares for a truly heartwarming reunion of heroes who once lit up stadiums and stirred unforgettable emotions. Fresh from the resounding success of the maiden edition of the EIPFA Statewide Secondary School Football Tournament, the Ex Ibadan Professional Footballers Association is set to deliver yet another spectacle; this time, a nostalgic clash of legends that promises passion, pride, and priceless memories.
On Sunday, May 31st, the iconic Lekan Salami Sports Complex in Adamasingba will come alive as former Ibadan professionals square up against a star-studded lineup of ex-internationals in a one-day football fiesta. It is more than just a match; it is a celebration of legacy, a reunion of icons, and a golden opportunity for fans to once again watch their beloved heroes who once brought joy, hope, and pride to millions during their playing days.
The list reads like a roll call of greatness. Fans will be thrilled to see legends such as Waidi Akanni. Victor Agali, Benson Edema, Fatai Amao, Peter Nieketien, Wasiu Ipaye, Festus Odini, Godwin Okpara, Mba Agbai, Friday Ekpo, Abiodun Obafemi, Seyi Olofinjana, Emmanuel Amuneke, Jide Oguntuwase, Uche Akubuike, Victor Ominiu. Emmanuel Davie, Hamlet Eze, Loveday Omoruyi and Elaho Friday. 
Other on the list for the Ex Super Eagles are; Taiwo Oloyede, Shakiru Giwa, Samuel Elijah, Mutiu Adepoju, Ike Shorunmu. Dimeji Lawal, Duke Udi Okunowo, Dele Adeleye, Femi Opabunmi, Andrew Aikumogbe and Patrick Pascal among many others, return to the pitch. These are players whose brilliance once echoed across continents, whose goals and grit etched their names into the hearts of fans, and whose presence alone still commands admiration.
Equally exciting is the Ibadan Professionals squad, featuring beloved homegrown stars like Yomi Adigun, Demola Kudasi, Kola Edibaldo, Temitope Obideyi, Kazeem Ojobe, Bayo Adigun, Yeni Adesanya, Rotimi Adesanya, Wasiu Ajani ‘Waske’, Nafiu Adepoju, Kola Ige and Gani Oseni, among others players who proudly represented the soul of Ibadan football and gave fans countless reasons to cheer.
Beyond the excitement on the pitch, the event carries a deeper purpose. It is designed to reconnect former stars, foster unity, and create a platform where ideas, opportunities, and welfare discussions can thrive. It is football giving back to football; a gathering where legends not only reminisce but also build pathways for the future.
With preparations already in top gear, including jersey unveilings and top-class logistics: the stage is perfectly set for an unforgettable day. For fans, it is a rare chance to witness history breathe again; to see the magic, the flair, and the spirit of the game rekindled right before their eyes.
Come May 31st, Ibadan won’t just host a match; it will host memories, emotions, and a celebration of football greatness.

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