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Minister of Sports, FCT Minister of state, NFF GS, Others Bag FCT SWAN Awards.

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4 years ago

December 10, 2021

The minister of youth and sports development, Chief Sunday Dare, Minister of State for FCT Dr. Ramatu Tijani Aliyu, NFF’s General Secretary, Sanusi Mohammed were among persons honored by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) FCT chapter at their 2021 award ceremony held in Abuja on Thursday.

Dare was given the highest SWAN award(Diamond) award for his eminent contribution to the development of sports in Nigeria.

Dr. Ramatu, Dr. Sanusi, Engr Noah Dallaji, Adam Mouktar, Chief Chris Isiguzo, Mailafa Yakubu, all bagged the SWAN Gold Award.

After a healthy competition in football and table tennis games during the week-long events, Nigeria Info FM and Wazobia FM reign supreme respectively.

The award was preceded by a SWAN Symposium which was attended by Chairman of the League Management Company, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Sports Philanthropist, Engineer Noah Dallaji on Wednesday evening.

Six categories of awards were handed out meritoriously, to sports journalists who are distinguished themselves through the year 2021

The delectable Ebi Iyomon of ITV won Best Presenter (TV), as Udeme George of Wee FM went home as Best Presenter- (Radio)

Veteran journalist, David Ngobua of Daily Trust emerged winner for Best Sports Journalist (Print), Martin Odiete of Ajasa Sports was named Best Online Journalist.

NTA Sports was adjudged Best TV Show, while Football Frenzy of Nigeria Info FM was crowned Best Radio Show.

The event which took place at the VIP Lounge of the Moshood Abiola Stadium saw gymnast, Munachi Obiefuna win SWAN FCT Athlete of the year, while Verissimo Rose won SWAN FCT Coach of the year.

FOSLA Academy was named SWAN FCT Team of the year while Hannah Enekole emerged as the Referee of the year.

Former Super Eagles team coordinator, Emmanuel Attah was decorated with the SWAN special recognition award for support to SWAN and football.

Meanwhile, a Posthumous award was bestowed upon late Jide Fashikun, who was known to be a fearless sports journalist before his demise.

FCT SWAN chairman, Bunmi Haruna, promised that the association would continue to propagate true journalism and celebrate sports excellence at every opportunity.

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NVBF President, Engr Nimrod Urges Families to Embrace Healthy Living at HOBA Novelty Sports

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19 hours ago

October 6, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has called on Nigerian families to adopt healthy living habits through regular participation in sporting and fitness activities.

Nimrod made the call on Sunday during the third edition of the Hoba Development Association, Abuja Chapter, novelty sports event held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.

He noted that physical activities such as sports are vital to fostering family bonds, community interaction, and overall well-being.

“The rate of health-related incidents such as slumping is increasing, but regular exercise helps improve the health of both parents and children,” he said. “Events like this bring families together, allowing parents and children to interact and know each other better.”

Also speaking, the stand-in Chairman of the Hoba Community, Barrister Nathan Naandeti, highlighted the significance of the annual novelty games, describing them as a unifying platform for members of the community.

“It’s something we do every year to promote unity, togetherness, and fitness among our people. Sports is part of who we are,” he stated.

Men, women, and children from the Hoba community participated in various sporting activities, including volleyball, badminton, football, and aerobics—all aimed at encouraging relaxation, fitness, and bonding among families.

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