The Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences at Bayero University Kano (BUK) has defeated the Faculty of Social Sciences 5–3 on penalties to win the football gold medal at the university’s 19th Interfaculty Games.
The victory followed a draw at the end of regulation time, forcing both faculties to decide the winner through a penalty shootout.
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The Director of Sports at BUK, Professor Rabiu Mohammed, expressed appreciation to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, for his unwavering support, which contributed to the success of the 19th Interfaculty Games.
The Chairman of the Sports Consultative Committee, Professor Abdullahi Darki, said the competition provided an opportunity for students and staff to interact and exchange ideas.
Professor Darki added that the games also offered university coaches an opportunity to identify talented athletes capable of representing Bayero University Kano at national and international competitions.
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He urged student-athletes to take advantage of the sporting facilities provided by the university to improve their skills and showcase their talents.
The chairman stressed that the search for outstanding athletes would continue to strengthen the university’s representation at major sporting competitions.
The Dean of the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Professor A. G. Alhassan, expressed excitement over his faculty’s victory, describing the football gold medal as a significant achievement.
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He said it was the first time since the faculty’s establishment that it had won a gold medal in football.
Professor Alhassan congratulated the players for their commitment and for putting in their best to secure victory for the faculty.