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2022 CWG: SWAN FCT Lauds Sports Ministry Over Team Nigeria Feat

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2 years ago

August 15, 2022

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN FCT chapter congratulates the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Sunday Dare and the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF for their wonderful outings at both Birmingham and Costa Rica respectively.

Team Nigeria went to the Commonwealth Games and returned with 12 Gold, 9 Silver, and 14 Bronze medals to break the 1994 medal record.

In a statement issued by its secretary on Monday in Abuja, Chris Onokpegu revealed that the athletes were not only outstanding but also broke so many records at the just-concluded Games in Birmingham, England.

According to the statement, there was no issue of protests or athletes fighting over their allowances for the first time and the most interesting aspect is that there was no issue of doping.

“As if that was not enough, the female football national team, the Falconets also churned out good results in far-away Costa Rica at the ongoing FIFA Female Football World Cup beating European champions, France and Korea by 1-0 each.

“Kudos must go to the Minister and the NFF for their wonderful contributions towards the preparations of the teams. They deserve our commendation because if they had failed, they would have been the ones receiving all the criticisms but now that they have done well and Falconets are performing wonders in Costa Rica, we have to commend them.

However, SWAN wants to use this opportunity to call on the Honourable Minister and his team to start preparation in earnest for the upcoming All African Games and the Olympics, so that the feat achieved at Birmingham will be a child’s play.

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Access Bank Lagos City Marathon: 10 Years of Excellence with 600,000 Athletes from 14 Countries Covering 42,000 KM

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4 hours ago

February 5, 2025

The Gleamer

The Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has solidified its reputation as one of Africa’s leading road races, and as it marks its 10th-anniversary edition, the numbers tell a story of remarkable growth and impact.

Since its inception, the marathon has attracted participants from 14 countries, with a staggering 600,000 registered athletes taking to the streets of Lagos. Over the past decade, these runners have collectively covered an impressive 42,000 kilometers, reinforcing the marathon’s place in the global athletics calendar.

The 10th edition, set for February 15, 2025, is expected to be the most exciting yet, with elite athletes, amateur runners, and fitness enthusiasts converging in Lagos for a world-class sporting spectacle.

With top-tier sponsors such as Access Bank, Casio (official time partner), Airtel (official telecommunications partner), Lagos State Government, World Athletics, 7Up, Rexona, Unilever, ROBB, Premier, Brila Media, Athletics Federation of Nigeria, FINERGE, and Aquafina, the marathon continues to raise the bar in terms of organization, prize money, and global recognition.

Leading up to the race, fans and participants will engage in the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Expo from February 3-13, featuring fitness activities, brand activations, and exhibitions.

Additionally, superstar artists are set to thrill fans with live performances at the finish line, ensuring an unforgettable experience beyond the race.

As Lagos counts down to the big day, excitement is at an all-time high. Whether as competitors, spectators, or supporters, everyone is gearing up to make the 10th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon a landmark celebration in the world of sports and entertainment.

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