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CGC Adeniyi Donates Bus to Wrestling Federation, Says Its Token of appreciation Athletes’ sacrifices
By Joel Ajayi
The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and newly elected President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has donated a brand-new bus to the Federation to support the smooth movement and logistics of athletes.
Adeniyi made the donation during his visit to the national wrestling team’s camp on Saturday at Package B of the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja, where athletes are fine-tuning preparations for the forthcoming Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia.
Presenting the keys of the new bus to the Federation’s Secretary, the NWF President described the gesture as his first official assignment since assuming office.
He explained that the move was part of his commitment to enhancing athletes’ welfare and providing better support systems for the national team.
He recalled that the decision to provide the bus was inspired by a tragic accident involving the team last year while returning from a tournament in Bayelsa an incident that claimed lives and left the team’s vehicle beyond repair.
“Since that incident, I made up my mind to replace the vehicle to ease the Federation’s transportation challenges.
“This bus is a token of appreciation for the sacrifices of our athletes and a step towards improving their welfare.”
CGC also used the visit to interact with the wrestlers and coaching crew, commending their commitment, discipline, and readiness for the Games. He stressed the importance of integrity and fair play in sports, urging the athletes to uphold Nigeria’s image with pride and honesty.
“We do not want to achieve glory through foul means,” he said. “My charge to you is simple — go out there, compete clean, and win clean. I would prefer a disciplined athlete to an indisciplined winner.”
The NWF President expressed confidence in the future of Nigerian wrestling, noting the rise of young, vibrant talents poised to take over from celebrated champions like Blessing Oborududu and Mercy Genesis.
He assured that under his leadership, the Federation would provide better welfare packages, increased exposure, and long-term support for athletes, even beyond their active competition years.
“We will be bold and intentional about improving athletes’ welfare,” he pledged. “We want to help them transition into other areas of the sport coaching, officiating, administration, or even sports journalism — because we value their contributions and believe in their potential.”
NWF Boss also revealed plans to extend similar corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives to other sports bodies, including the National Sports Commission and the Nigeria Football Federation, reaffirming his belief in sports as a vital tool for youth empowerment and national development.
He encouraged the wrestlers to remain focused and disciplined as they prepare for international competition, saying: “Soar high, compete clean, and make Nigeria proud both on and off the mat.” He said
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World Athletics, AFN Set for Press Conference Ahead of Abuja City International Half Marathon
Joel Ajayi
With only 10 days remaining before the commencement of the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon, the organising committee has confirmed that the World Press Conference for the marathon will hold on friday, 5th December, where officials from World Athletics, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), event partners, and other distinguished dignitaries are expected to be in attendance.
It was stated that the briefing will highlight final race arrangements, athlete participation, technical details, safety measures, and other relevant information for the international and local sporting communities.
The organisers also announced that media accreditation has officially opened, encouraging journalists, photographers, broadcasters, and digital media practitioners to apply through the designated online link:
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They emphasised that early accreditation would ensure seamless processing ahead of the event.
The PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon is projected to attract top-tier competitors and deliver a world-class road-running spectacle, reinforcing Abuja’s growing reputation as a hub for major international sporting events.
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