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Nigeria’s Sporting Achievements Now Worth Celebrating – Agara
Joel Ajayi
President of the Karate Federation of Nigeria, Silas Agara, has emphasized the need to celebrate the significant strides made in Nigerian sports, particularly in the discipline of karate.
Speaking on the sidelines of the ongoing 2025 African Karate Federation Championship in Abuja, Agara expressed immense pride in Nigeria’s role as host, as well as the country’s impressive performance at the continental event.
“It’s a moment of pride for every sports enthusiast, especially those involved in karate. Beyond the honour of hosting, we’ve made major strides in our performance.”
The championship, which has drawn athletes from over 34 African countries, has been widely applauded for its top-tier organization, world-class infrastructure, and warm hospitality—qualities.
Reflecting on Team Nigeria’s achievements, Agara noted the country’s significant improvement on past performances.
“Before now, our best outing at the African Championship yielded just one gold medal in the minus-60kg category.
“But this year, we’ve won one gold, two silver, and two bronze medals. That’s a tremendous leap from what we recorded at the last championship in Egypt.”
He further revealed that Nigeria had qualified for two more finals and expressed hope for additional medals before the close of the tournament.
Agara also emphasized the broader impact of the event, noting the transformation in perception among first-time visitors to Nigeria.
“Many of the athletes came in unsure of what to expect, but they are leaving with a completely different view of Nigeria. From airport reception to hotel accommodation and the velodrome experience, they’ve seen that Nigeria is safe, hospitable, and highly accommodating,” he said.
The event also made history as Nigeria’s first time hosting the African Karate Championshipand with a record number of participating nations.
“This is the first time any edition of the championship has had over 30 countries in attendance. We have 34 countries here in Abuja, which is unprecedented,” Agara said, quoting the President of the African Karate Union.
He praised the standard of facilities and the overall atmosphere of the championship, adding that many have compared the event to a world-class tournament.
“This proves that Nigerian sports have evolved to a level worthy of national celebration,” he affirmed.
Agara concluded by appreciating the support of the local sports community, highlighting the selfless contributions of individuals and organizations.
“From those who brought water for the athletes to those who offered gifts to foreign participants, the sense of unity and hospitality has been overwhelming. This is the true Nigerian spirit, and we are proud to showcase it.”.
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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows
Joel Ajayi
The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.
He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.
According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.
“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.
The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.
“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.
Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.
He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.
He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.
According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.
Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.
He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.
We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.
The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.
He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.
Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.
He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.
“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”
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