Sports
World Anti Doping Agency Commends Dr. Ogbondeminu Leadership Role
The World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) has commended Dr. Samuel Ogbondeminu of Nigeria, head of Medical and Anti-Doping Portfolio of Technical Committee of African Games (TCAG) Accra 2023, for his continuous efforts and resolute determination that led to the success of the Anti-doping program for the 13th edition of the African game held in Ghana early in the year.
WADA, in a statement released on November 27, 2024, said the effective implementation of the program’s during the Games was made possible through the composition of a coordination committee led by Dr. Ogbondeminu who oversee the activities of all stakeholders for the Anti-doping program of the games.
WADA through it’s Major Event, Anti-doping Legacy (MEAL) program also facilitated timely support through the Anti-Doping Advisory group to support the event.
Other highlights were the effective training conducted for local Anti-doping personnel in Ghana which comprises 16 Doping Control Officers, 19 Chaperones and 15 Educators.
On-site support and assistance provided during the Games through the presence of many stakeholders including 15 international Doping Control Officers (DCO) from 15 different countries of Africa.
For the first time in Africa, Dried Blood Spot (DBS) testing was done during the African Games where 608 tests were conducted; 544 In Competition (IC), 64 Out-of Competition (OOC) test were conducted by the team.
WADA is hopeful that the African Union will consolidate from the gains from Accra for future editions of the games.
WADA’s primary role is to develop, harmonize and coordinate anti-doping rules and policies across all sports and countries.
WADA’s activities include scientific and social science research; education; intelligence & investigations; development of anti-doping capacity; and monitoring of compliance with the World Anti-Doping Program.
Sports
FAME Foundation to the World: Para Athletes Need Empowerment, Not Sympathy
Joel Ajayi
The founder of FAME Foundation (Female Advocacy, Mentoring, and Empowerment), Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi, has called on the global community to support, not pity, para athletes.
Speaking at the recently concluded Play the Game 2025 Conference held in Tampere, Finland, Atoyebi emphasized that athletes with physical challenges require empowerment, policy support, and inclusion not sympathy.
Aderonke, a fearless journalist and lifelong advocate for women and girls in sports, has consistently championed the rights of marginalized groups through her foundation.
Known for her bold and passionate advocacy, she reiterated that para athletes deserve the same opportunities and resources as their able-bodied counterparts.
The international conference, held from October 5th to 8th, brought together journalists, policymakers, and global stakeholders to discuss pressing issues under the theme: “Breaking Barriers in Sports: Integration of Marginalized Groups and Persons with Disabilities.”
Delivering a powerful and interactive lecture, Atoyebi stated: “I want to conclude by saying that para athletes around the globe need our support, policy reviews, and implementation—not our pity. They don’t need sympathy; what they truly need is empowerment.”
Her impactful contribution at the event further amplified Africa’s voice in the global call for inclusion, equality, and policy-driven change in the world of sports.
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