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BFN Set Tune For Biggest, Best Lagos International Badminton Classics
Like a melodious tune from a mass orchestra, the Badminton Federation of Nigeria at their Shuttle Symphony at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island modulated a new music, setting the tune for next month’s Lagos International Badminton Classics.
Francis Orbih was the choirmaster as Alhaji Abubakar Ibn Umar Suleiman, Mai Bade, Emir of Gashua gave royal colouration at the event attended by corporate badminton friendly organisations. ValueJet in the aviation industry lifted the occasion with gift items for the attendees.
Obi Asika, a creative industries entrepreneur and familiar face in the popular family television programme, “Nigerian Idol” added colour as the crowd was enthralled with the tale of success of badminton in Nigeria. Africa number one men’s player, Anuoluwapo Opeyori was the face of success that the BFN had recorded. He captivated the jammed hall with his grass-to-grace story.
“In deed, the graph is looking upward”, Obiageli Solaja, BFN board member and the 2019 Africa Woman in Badminton award winner said. It was a gathering of best of the best among the backers of the sport. It was a successful meeting of corporate bodies as they strive to further promote badminton in Nigeria.
Sola Aiyepeku, Chairman of Lagos State Sports Commission stood in for the Lagos State Government. Traditional supporters, notably; Mutual Benefit Assurance, Studio 24, Avis and GIG Group were there along with representatives of EKEDP, G.E.N, Bond Energy, Inlaks Ltd and Lagos State Badminton Association as well as Lagos Country Club and the badminton section of Ikoyi Club graced the occasion.
The Insurers and bankers – Sovereign Trust and Wema Bank – were in attendance along with The Road Users organisation.
Nkechi Obi, a celebrated sports marketing expert and chairman of the Nigerian women’s football league was in attendance and pledged her support.
A key highlight of the event was the award of recognition to supporters, ambassadors, past presidents and sponsors.
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NEDC Disowns Circulating MSc Education Support Fund Application
Joel Ajayi
The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has warned the public against a fake and unauthorised message circulating on social media about an alleged Education Support Fund for Master’s degree (MSc) students.
The Commission, in a disclaimer signed by its management on Friday, described the purported programme, including its stated requirements and the alleged submission point at the NEDC office in Polo, Maiduguri, as false and unauthorised.
According to the Commission, it is not currently receiving applications for any MSc Education Support Fund as contained in the circulating message.
NEDC therefore urged prospective applicants and other members of the public to disregard the information and avoid submitting personal documents to individuals or locations claiming to be acting on behalf of the Commission.
It specifically cautioned the public against releasing sensitive documents such as National Identification Number (NIN) slips, admission letters, identity cards and indigene certificates in connection with the purported programme.
The Commission further warned the public to remain vigilant against fraudulent schemes and the unauthorised use of NEDC’s name and identity to deceive unsuspecting applicants.
It advised members of the public seeking information on its programmes, interventions and opportunities to rely only on official NEDC communication channels and verified announcements issued by the Commission
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