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Japanese Ambassador Presents 80 Badminton Rackets To The Federation
Number 1 Ranked Badminton Nation in the world, Japan has promised its partnership with Nigeria to move the game of badminton to a greater height in the country.
Japanese Ambassador to Nigeria, Matsunaga Kazuyoshi made this known on Tuesday while presenting 80 Badminton Rackets to the Nigeria Badminton Federation in the event that took place at the Gymnasium Hall of Package B of the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja.
According to Matsunaga, the gesture will further promote the cordial relationship between the two countries, and as well as the development of badminton in Nigeria.
“I am happy and honoured to be at this special occasion today. This is my first public outing after my arrival in Nigeria over one month ago.”
“Sport is common language understood by all people in the world, Sports has the power to unite the world, today I handover 80 rackets donated by Nippon Badminton Association to the Badminton Federation of Nigeria. I hope it will promote the development of the game in Nigeria
Reacting to the rackets donation, Chairman of Caretaker Committee of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria Barrister Francis Orbih said the gesture will surely go a long way in the development of the game in Nigeria.
“As a federation we are very happy. It is a thing that gladdens the heart. To receive these rackets from the Japanese Badminton Association, it will make huge impact as you can’t play the game without the equipments.”
“And we are also looking forward to having more collaborative partnership from Japan as we move forward.”
Mr. Orbih further stated that efforts will be intensified to create more championships through the partnership.
“For players, no matter how much they train or prepare, if you don’t give them competitions to play, it’s like it comes to nothing, as a federation what we have been looking at is to give our players more championships. If we have championship from the Japanese Ambassador, it will be a big development.”
Also speaking, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee Abu Gummel expressed optimism that the gesture will enhance the performance of Nigeria Badminton players at the Olympics
“The Badminton Federation of Nigeria under the leadership of Francis Orbih is one of our federations that have made a lot of progress, they have done well, they are doing well. It is an important collaboration between Nigeria and Japan.”
“The racket you have collected is an equipment that you will take to Tokyo to do Nigeria proud because after 40 years, you qualified for the Olympics and I believe that it will make you to qualify more athletes for the Olympics Games in Paris in 2024.”
Three Nigerian badminton players, Godwin Oloufa, Anuoluwapo Opeyori and Dorcas Adesokan are the country’s representative at the Tokyo Olympics Games which will be held from July 24 to August 2, 2021.
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NVBF President, Engr Nimrod Urges Families to Embrace Healthy Living at HOBA Novelty Sports
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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