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Nigeria Weightlifting President, Dr Ibrahim Abdul Congratulates New IWF President
…New President to visit Nigeria
The President, Nigeria Weightlifting Federation, NWF, Dr Ibrahim Abdul have felicitated with the newly elected International Weightlifting Federation, IWF President, Mohammed Jalood.
Mr Jalood who hails from Iraq, on Saturday defeated 8 other contestants to emerge the new president of the global weightlifting body.
In his congratulatory message, NWF President, Dr Ibrahim Abdul, who was among over 180 delegates from across the world that took part in the Electoral Congress, said Mr Jalood’s 40 years wealth of experience both as an athlete and administrator in the game will come handy as the IWF aims to give weightlifting a new dimension.
“On behalf of the good people of Nigeria and the weightlifting family, I want to extend my congratulations to the newly elected President of the International Weightlifting Federation, IWF Mohammed Jalood.
“Mr Jalood’s presidency and four decades of experience in the game will come handy as the new board aims to give the beautiful game a new dimension,” Dr Ibrahim Abdul said in a statement on Monday.
He disclosed that the new president will visit Nigeria soon to help in the development of the sport in the country
“The new president will visit Nigerian to see how we can develop our sport,” he concluded.
President Jalood brings extensive experience within the sport; having been a weightlifting athlete for 13 years, working within the administration for 26 years and spending the last five as IWF General Secretary.
Upon his election he thanked the weightlifting family and out-going Interim President Dr. Michael Irani for all the good work done together.
In his first official speech, Mr Jalood said “Today (June 25), we have taken the first step in building a stronger organization, one that is more resilient and more ambitious. Today, is a bright day for our sport and I look forward to doing many more good things for our organization together with the entire weightlifting family!”
The 2022 IWF was held in Tiara Albania from 25 to 26 June.
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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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