Aftermath Tokyo Olympics: Team Nigeria arrives ceremoniously

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4 years ago

August 12, 2021

The last batch of Team Nigeria to the Tokyo Olympics games in Japan arrived this morning in company of some staff of the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development.

The athletes and officials touched down exactly 1:45pm local time at the Nnamdi Azikwe international airport in Abuja and were welcomed by well wishers of the country.

Team Nigeria were colourful on arrival and many of the athletes are very happy to be back in the country after an impressive outing at the Tokyo Olympics Games.

Many of the athletes expressed joy at the opportunity given to them to represent their country at the Olympics.

Few days ago, the nation’s medalists (Ese Brume) bronze and (Blessing Oborududu) silver were the first to athletes to received a huge welcome from fans, families and friends when they arrived.

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Airwarrior Basketball Club Chairman, Celebrates Sallah with Journalists in Abuja

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13 hours ago

June 7, 2025

The Gleamer

The event, filled with camaraderie and appreciation, provided an opportunity for Alhaji Solademi to acknowledge the vital role of the media in national development and the promotion of sports in Nigeria.

In a warm gesture of unity, oneness, togetherness and goodwill, the Chairman of Air Warriors Basketball Club, Abuja, Alhaji Abddulmajid Solademi, hosted a group of Basketball Journalists on Saturday at his residence in celebration of the Sallah festivities in Abuja.

The gathering that shows the importance of love, peace, and unity values which is crucial not just for the advancement of basketball, but for the overall progress of the nation.

However, the Sallah is a time to reflect on our shared humanity,” he said. “It’s a moment to support one another and to uphold the values that bring us together, rather than divide us.”

Guests at the event shared stories, enjoyed meals, Asun Rice, Oriental rice, Jollof Rice, Swallow in variety with a lot of drinks that mede them to engaged in meaningful discussions on the development of sports in Nigeria, with a special focus on grassroots basketball.

Many attendees praised Solademi for his unwavering support for the sporting community and his ongoing commitment to using sports as a powerful tool for youth empowerment and social transformation.

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