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Budapest 2023: Enoh Receives Team Nigeria, Commends Their Patriotism

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2 years ago

August 30, 2023

Joel Ajayi

As the World Athletics Championship comes to an end in Budapest, Hungary, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh has said that Nigerian Athletes who participated in the Competition deserve our commendation for their patriotism, especially in the face of the challenges that confronted them during the Tournament

The Minister disclosed this at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja when he received the Officials, Athletes, and Coaches on their arrival from the Games

Enoh who advised the Athletes not to be weighed down by their inability to hit the target stated that as a nation, we still celebrate you because we know that you have put in every effort to make Nigeria proud

He explained that no greater honour could have been given to these athletes who went out to represent Nigeria in far away Budapest than coming out fully, not only to receive them back home but also to welcome them to appreciate their earlier efforts, aimed at raising the nation’s flag high

You may not have done as expected but as our representatives, we need to welcome you back, even if that serves as a motivation for you in preparation for future competitions Enoh said

The Minister expressed optimism that under his watch, the next events that will require athletes to travel to other countries will be more rewarding, both in terms of early camping, adequate training, and quicker release of funds.

Now that the game is over, he said, it is now time for us as a Ministry to examine the challenges faced at the World Championship to address them for more effective performances and podium finishes in subsequent global completions

Senator Enoh informed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is passionate about the development of sports in the country, not only as recreation but also to provide opportunities for economic empowerment, job creation, security, and poverty alleviation, among others

The Minister who assured of continuous Stakeholder engagements, called on philanthropists and sports-loving Nigerians to join hands with the Ministry in her bid to fulfil her mandate to enhance the socio-economic growth of the nation.

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Tangerine APT Pension Crowned New Kings of PFA Games 2025

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6 hours ago

November 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi
Joel Ajayi Tangerine APT Pension stormed the 2025 Pension Fund Administrators Games and snatched the crown with a commanding 66 points—ending FCMB’s reign and announcing themselves as the new champions of corporate sporting excellence.

From the first whistle to the final scoreboard, Tangerine APT played like an organisation possessed. They dominated volleyball and snooker, showcased brilliant tactical depth to finish second in chess behind Norrenberger, secured second place in team bonding behind Premium Pension, and held their own across the board—fourth in football, sixth in table tennis, fifth in scrabble, and eighth in e-sports, press conference, discipline and grooming. Every point mattered, and Tangerine APT grabbed them with fire.

Defending champions FCMB, despite flashes of brilliance, simply could not summon last year’s magic.

They finished second overall with 63 points—just three points behind the new champions. FCMB were first in scrabble, second in football, third in table tennis and e-sports, fourth in snooker and team bonding, and fifth in volleyball, chess, and press conference/discipline/grooming. A brave defence, but not enough to stop the Tangerine wave.

Rounding off the podium is NPF Pension, finishing third with 57 points after a spirited campaign. They claimed gold in football, second in table tennis and e-sports, third in volleyball, fourth in scrabble, sixth in press conference/discipline/fanfare/most coordinated, seventh in chess, and eighth in snooker and team bonding.

The rest of the table saw fierce competition:4th – Norrenberger Pension: 52 points, 5th – Premium Pension: 47 points, 6th – NNPC Pension: 45 points, 7th – Access Arm: 41 points
In Others position 8th – Trustfund Pension: 29 points 9th – PENCOM: 28 points and 10th – NUPEMCO: 25 points.

With the dust settled and the cheers still echoing, one truth stands tall:Tangerine APT Pension has ushered in a new era—bold, dominant, and unforgettable.

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