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IOC President Commends Visionary Leadership of Nigeria’s Sports Minister, Sen. John Enoh

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2 years ago

January 23, 2024

Joel Ajayi

as Nigeria pledges support to the values of Olympic movement

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) president, Thomas Bach, has praised the visionary leadership of Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, during a high-level meeting in Gangwon, South Korea, host city of the Winter Youth Games. The meeting took place as Nigeria is participating in the Youth Winter Olympic Games.

The discussions between President Thomas Bach and Minister John Owan Enoh also bordered on strategic preparations for the upcoming 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. President Bach specifically commended Minister Enoh for his dedication and commitment to sports development in Nigeria.

Senator Enoh’s presence at the Winter Youth Games is seen as a demonstration of his hands-on approach and personal commitment to fostering the growth of sports in Nigeria. President Bach acknowledged the Minister’s efforts in promoting sports at the international level and recognized his tireless commitment to creating opportunities for young athletes.

In response, Minister John Owan Enoh expressed gratitude to President Bach for his leadership in orchestrating preparations for the 2024 Olympics. The Minister highlighted the importance of collaboration and global cooperation in ensuring the success of major sporting events and emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to contributing actively to the Olympic movement.

As Nigeria looks ahead to the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Senator John Owan Enoh assured President Bach of the country’s dedication to sports development. The Minister reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to promoting the values of the Olympic movement and fostering the development of sports on both national and international platforms.

Over the weekend, Nigeria became the first African country to participate at the curling event at the Youth Winter Olympics. The Games which started January 19 which continue till February 1, 2024.

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Tangerine APT Pension Crowned New Kings of PFA Games 2025

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5 hours ago

November 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi
Joel Ajayi Tangerine APT Pension stormed the 2025 Pension Fund Administrators Games and snatched the crown with a commanding 66 points—ending FCMB’s reign and announcing themselves as the new champions of corporate sporting excellence.

From the first whistle to the final scoreboard, Tangerine APT played like an organisation possessed. They dominated volleyball and snooker, showcased brilliant tactical depth to finish second in chess behind Norrenberger, secured second place in team bonding behind Premium Pension, and held their own across the board—fourth in football, sixth in table tennis, fifth in scrabble, and eighth in e-sports, press conference, discipline and grooming. Every point mattered, and Tangerine APT grabbed them with fire.

Defending champions FCMB, despite flashes of brilliance, simply could not summon last year’s magic.

They finished second overall with 63 points—just three points behind the new champions. FCMB were first in scrabble, second in football, third in table tennis and e-sports, fourth in snooker and team bonding, and fifth in volleyball, chess, and press conference/discipline/grooming. A brave defence, but not enough to stop the Tangerine wave.

Rounding off the podium is NPF Pension, finishing third with 57 points after a spirited campaign. They claimed gold in football, second in table tennis and e-sports, third in volleyball, fourth in scrabble, sixth in press conference/discipline/fanfare/most coordinated, seventh in chess, and eighth in snooker and team bonding.

The rest of the table saw fierce competition:4th – Norrenberger Pension: 52 points, 5th – Premium Pension: 47 points, 6th – NNPC Pension: 45 points, 7th – Access Arm: 41 points
In Others position 8th – Trustfund Pension: 29 points 9th – PENCOM: 28 points and 10th – NUPEMCO: 25 points.

With the dust settled and the cheers still echoing, one truth stands tall:Tangerine APT Pension has ushered in a new era—bold, dominant, and unforgettable.

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