Published on 27th February 2025
Story by Saibu Terry
Published at 3:57pm
Real Tamale United FC’s management team, led by CEO Mr. Zakaria Safianu, recently met with Northern Regional Minister Hon. Ali Adolf John at the Northern Coordinating Council.
During the meeting, Mr. Safianu the chief executive officer of RTU, presented an overview of the club’s current state and proposed plans to the minister, emphasizing the need for sponsorship to support the team’s growth .
The CEO also made a passionate appeal to the life patron of the club to help energize the new board, ensuring the smooth operation of the “Pride of the North.” Additionally, the management team presented a giant trophy won at the inaugural Gbewaa Charity Cup, highlighting the team’s achievements.
Minister Hon. Ali Adolf John expressed gratitude for the visit and encouraged the players to unite for a common goal.
He also stressed the importance of Real Tamale United as the only club in the Northern Region, emphasizing its significance in the region.
The Hon. Minister also assured management that RTU will never collapse under his watch “RTU will not collapse under my watch” “if RTU is struggling I will give it oxygen to survive”
Hon. Ali Adolf John also assured his unwavering commitment to the club’s growth, promising resources, advocacy, and personal involvement to help RTU regain Premier League status.
“Players, do your part; management, do your part, and I will do my part!”
The supporters Chairman of the club, Alhaji Baba Tolon on behalf of the supporters ,expressed his gratitude to the minister for his warm reception, and added that , they as supporters will always call on him anytime the need arises .
Real Tamale United Fc are currently leading the Access bank division one league zone 1A with 38 points with Eleven matches to end the seasons , their next encounter is on Saturday against fears rivals Tamale city at the Aliu Mahama sports studium.