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African School Games: Team Nigeria Amasses 19 Medals, Set to Compete in 7 Athletics Finals on Monday
Team Nigeria continues its impressive showing at the ongoing African School Games in Annaba, Algeria, with a growing medal haul of 19 medals, comprising 4 gold, 7 silver, and 8 bronze, as the competition enters its final week of action.
Team Nigerian athletics team will close out the four-day event in style, with representation in seven finals scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2025.
Among the highlights will be the dynamic sprint duo of Rosemary Nwankwo and Miracle Ezechukwu, who already clinched gold and silver respectively in the 100m final. The pair will now battle for supremacy in the 200m Girls Final, having recorded the two fastest times in the semifinals—24.02s (Ezechukwu) and 24.26s (Nwankwo).
In the 200m Boys Final, Faye Perfect will fly Nigeria’s flag after a blistering 21.75s performance in the semifinal round. Also joining the list of finalists is Teibowei Samson, who will contest the 800m Boys Final.
Field events will also see Nigerian contenders in action:
• Ukandu Ugonna will compete in the Girls Discus Final
• Joseph Chimgozirim will represent Nigeria in the Javelin Boys Final
• Mohammed Adeniyi will jump for glory in the Boys High Jump Final
All track events are scheduled for 5:00 PM local time, while javelin and discus events will take place earlier in the day at 9:00 AM local time, both hosted at Chabou Stadium, Annaba.
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Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman
The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Association (NVRA) has congratulated Tolu Oguntimehin on his election as Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter.
NVRA described his emergence as an opportunity to strengthen sports journalism and advance the welfare of members.
Oguntimehin emerged victorious at the FCT SWAN elective congress held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, defeating his challenger, Raphael Ekpang, by 88 votes to four.
In a congratulatory message, the Chairman of Nigeria Volleyball Reporters, Alhaji Ganiyu Oloyede described the election outcome as a testament to the confidence reposed in Oguntimehin by members of the association.
Oloyede expressed optimism that the new chairman would bring purposeful leadership, inclusiveness and renewed commitment to the development of sports journalism in the FCT.
He stressed that the responsibility of leading the association goes beyond occupying an office.
Oloyede noted that the new administration must prioritise members’ welfare, professional development, unity and the protection of their collective interests.
The NVR chairman also challenged the incoming leadership to create an enabling environment where sports journalists can thrive professionally, gain greater access to sporting events and contribute meaningfully to the growth of Nigerian sports.
He particularly welcomed Oguntimehin’s commitment to establishing a ₦200 million financial base for the association, describing the proposed initiative as an ambitious step towards building a financially stronger and more sustainable SWAN FCT.
Oloyede further emphasised the importance of collaboration among sports journalists, sports federations, government institutions and other stakeholders, maintaining that stronger partnerships would create more opportunities for members and improve the quality of sports reporting.
He urged the new executive to embrace transparency, accountability and open communication while ensuring that every member feels represented in the administration.
The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters reaffirmed its readiness to work with the new SWAN FCT leadership in promoting sports journalism, strengthening professional relationships and projecting Nigerian sports positively.
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