Sports
IOC President Commends Visionary Leadership of Nigeria’s Sports Minister, Sen. John Enoh
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.
Sports
Team Nigeria Jets to Cairo for 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships
Joel Ajayi
Excitement is high as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting contingent departed Nigeria on Tuesday, October 7, for the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, from October 9 to 18, 2025.
The milestone event marks the first-ever World Championships to be hosted on African soil, symbolizing a new era for the sport on the continent.
The first batch of Team Nigeria athletes left the country on Tuesday amid cheers and well-wishes from officials, fans, and supporters.
The second batch of the contingent is scheduled to depart tomorrow, October 8, from Lagos, completing the full team that will represent the nation at this landmark competition.
Speaking ahead of the departure, officials expressed confidence in the team’s readiness and determination to uphold Nigeria’s longstanding reputation as a force to be reckoned with, in global para powerlifting.
The National Sports Commission (NSC) reaffirmed its full support for the athletes, emphasizing the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence in sports.
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