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2020 NSF: Stakeholders Call For Early Release Of Fund For Team FCT

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2020 NSF: Stakeholders Call For Early Release Of Fund For Team FCT

Joel Ajayi

Stakeholders in Federal Capital Territory have commended the FCT Minister,Musa Bello on timely approval of fund for team FCT ahead of National Sports Festival scheduled for Edo state.

Some stakeholders who have been following trends in FCT sports  said it is unprecedented in the history of sports in Abuja to have approval for a sporting event as big as the national sports festival few months before the competition

Former FCT FA chairman and major stakeholders in FCT politics,Musa Talle said ‘preparation is the key for any state hoping to make appreciable impact at the forthcoming National Sports Festival and he is happy to hear that FCT minister has taken a bold step by approving the fund needed for the competition .

He,however calls for early release of fund to aid preparation of the team though he is aware that Director of sports and acting Secretary,Social Development Secretariat has already kick started open camping ahead of the festival which is a good one but he wants them to back it up with early release of fund so that FCT can give states like Delta,Edo, Rivers and Lagos a run for their money.

Director of sports,Abia aarriors football club and former Vice Chairman FCT FA, Patrick Ngwaogu said timely release of fund would go a long way in boosting the morale of the athletes and with the recent change in attitude to sports by  FCT minister more athletes would start returning to FCT

Vice Chairman,Sports Writers Association ,FCT chapter Tolulope Oguntimehin said he is marvelled at the way things are gradually turning around in FCT as it relates to sports  because for the first time the administration seems to be responding to the yearning of teeming fct youth who sees sports as a means of empowerment and for the FCT minister to have approved fund few months ahead of the games is heavenly.

He, however wants them to ensure that the money is released on time so that the athletes can go into closed camping fee weeks before the festival.

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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