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Minister Musawa Applauds Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke on Second Guinness World Record Achievement
…Hails Historic 100-Mile Autism Awareness Ride
Joel Ajayi
The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has congratulated 16-year-old non-verbal autistic teenager, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, on achieving his second Guinness World Record — this time as the youngest person to cycle 100 miles (160.9 km).
The feat marks Kanyeyachukwu’s second certified Guinness World Record, following his historic recognition last year for the largest painting on canvas by an individual, unveiled in Abuja. Together, the two records establish him as one of Nigeria’s most remarkable young achievers.
Kanyeyachukwu set off from Enugu State on 14 March 2026, crossed seven states, and completed the journey in Lagos on World Autism Awareness Day, 2 April 2026 — a fitting and powerful conclusion to a ride dedicated to raising awareness for autism.
Congratulating the teenager, Minister Musawa said, “Kanyeyachukwu’s journey crosses geography and expectation. From canvas to highway, he carries Enugu’s spirit through seven states to Lagos — stamina, imagination and quiet courage in every mile.
He reminds us that the creative economy includes every voice and every way of moving through the world.”
The Minister pledged the Ministry’s support for national exhibitions of Kanyeyachukwu’s artwork and for youth programmes that link creativity with advocacy, including autism awareness.
Minister Musawa also commended His Excellency, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, for the warm reception accorded to Kanyeyachukwu, and lauded his pledge of ₦200 million for autism advocacy and the Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke Foundation.
The Ministry will host Kanyeyachukwu in Abuja for a youth creativity forum highlighting non-verbal expression, endurance storytelling, and community participation in the arts and tourism sectors.
Kanyeyachukwu strives to break stigma, advocate inclusion and government policies to help families and care giving . He’s also fundraising to train 1000 caregivers
Sports
NSC, NCC Enter Bold Alliance to Make Nigeria E-Sports Capital – From Stadium to Server
Joel Ajayi
The National Sports Commission (NSC) is taking Nigerian sports beyond the track and pitch into the digital arena.
In a move that could redefine the future of sports development in the country, NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, on Thursday led a high-powered delegation on a strategic working visit to the Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Hon. Idris Olorunbe.
The meeting aimed at forging a groundbreaking partnership to accelerate sports digitalisation and position Nigerian e-sports on par with global standards.
During the meeting, Hon. Olopade made it clear that the NSC is ready to embrace technology as a core driver of growth.
“Our intention is to work closely with the Nigerian Communications Commission to improve sports science, especially e-sports, through viable sponsorship. We are counting on the NCC to help deepen connectivity and attract the kind of corporate backing that modern sports demand.”
He further emphasized the need for private sector involvement.
“Corporate Social Responsibility must play a stronger role in sports development. We cannot build a 21st-century sports ecosystem without the tech and telecommunications sectors at the table. With strong cohesion between the NSC and NCC, there will be measurable improvement in sports sponsorship and digital infrastructure.”
“The NCC has a critical role to play in making e-sports work in Nigeria. From internet speed to gaming infrastructure, their support is essential if we want our athletes to compete and win on the global stage,” the DG added.
NCC Chairman, Hon. Idris Olorunbe, responded with a strong statement that set the tone for what could become a landmark partnership:“Everything that can be done in traditional sports can also be done in e-sports. The question is not if we will do it, but how we are going to do it.”
He also highlighted the economic potential of the collaboration.
“There is huge economic value attached to this synergy. What we are trying to build goes beyond sports, it touches youth employment, digital innovation, and national branding. It is commendable that the DG has taken this step.”
Hon. Olorunbe further stressed the shared national objective driving both agencies.“The essence of this collaboration is to make our country better. For the sake of our e-sports athletes, we must build gaming hubs. We must create the environment, bandwidth, and policies that allow Nigerian talent to thrive.”
Both parties agreed to establish a joint technical working group to develop a roadmap for sports digitalisation, e-sports league structuring, and a national framework for attracting sponsors into the digital sports ecosystem.
The NSC–NCC alliance marks a significant step, potentially the first formal collaboration between Nigeria’s sports and communications regulators to build a sustainable digital sports economy.
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