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1000 Children Ready To Dazzle As TIG Celebrates 11-Yr Anniversary

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5 years ago

November 15, 2021

Joel Ajayi

The founder of Tony International Gymnastics club TIG, Anthony Asuquo has revealed that the club is ready to celebrate the 11th years anniversary of the club with over 1000 children not only with gymnastic activities lined up but with classy entertainment laden as well as a lot of gifts for the children and parent across the country.

Speaking with AljazirahNigeria Sports, in Abuja coach Asuqou said that the eleven edition will come up on the 4th-5th of December, 2021 in the Federal Capital Territory.

The eleven years old club, which has been at the forefront in grassroots development of raw talents, Players and coaches and polishing them to international standard.

He expressed satisfaction in the level of growth experience by the club courtesy of hard work and determination.

According to him, in the history of Gymnastics, the club has organized eleven editions and it keeps growing from year to year.

“We started this club with just six gymnasts in Abuja, we then move to a compound with 11 gymnasts and today I must tell you that TIG have over 800 students across the country sinning under TIG Program while over 50 coaches have received training so far and they are all over the world as we speak teaching gymnastic in different countries.

“We have impacted so many lives, many athletes have and are representing us at local and international championships with many medals.

“While we send some to further their education at NOUN University across the country to have education and still play gymnastics.”

Speaking on the 2021 edition of the club anniversary, World Gymnastic satisfied coach Asuquo said “it’s going to be more exciting, entertaining with a lot of gifts, we just hope we get support from the ministry of sports development.

“Close to 1000 will be participating. That is why we make it a two day event to enable all kids to participate.

He, however, calls on the government, parents, and partners to support the club to enable it to help the need the more as well as the success of activities line up for the days.

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Ochei Felicitates Asagba of Asaba on 2nd Coronation Anniversary

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7 mins ago

October 5, 2026

The Gleamer

Former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly and President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation, Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Victor Ochei, Esq., FNSE, has felicitated with His Royal Majesty, Obi (Prof.) Epiphany Azinge, CON, Asagba of Asaba, on the occasion of his Second Coronation Anniversary.

Ochei, who is also the NDC Candidate for Delta North Senatorial District, described the anniversary as an opportunity to celebrate the Asagba’s commitment to the peace, unity, cultural heritage and development of Asaba.

He commended His Royal Majesty for bringing his wealth of scholarship, experience and statesmanship to bear on the traditional institution, while promoting values that strengthen communal harmony and preserve the rich heritage of the Asaba people.

“Your Majesty, I celebrate your Second Coronation Anniversary and your continued dedication to the wellbeing of your people. May God Almighty grant you good health, wisdom and strength for many more years of purposeful service.

“May your reign continue to be marked by peace, unity and progress for Asaba, Delta State and humanity,” Ochei said.

He wished the Asagba a memorable anniversary and prayed for continued blessings upon his reign.

Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Victor Ochei, Esq., FNSE
Former Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly
President, Nigeria Tennis Federation
NDC Candidate, Delta North Senatorial District

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