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DG NSC Bukola Olopade celebrates Kunle Soname as he clocks 59
Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Bukola Olopade, has sent his congratulations to Nigeria’s foremost Sports Investor and Business Man Kunle Soname, as he celebrates his Birthday.
The Philanthropist and entrepreneur who owns Nigeria Professional league club Remo stars, marks his 59th birthday today, as the sporting family in Nigeria and beyond stands still to honour his unwavering success.
The DG said ” I want to wish my brother and friend, Kunle Soname, a very fruitful and happy birthday as he adds another year today “.
” Soname is one of Nigeria’s leading entrepreneurs and Sports investors who has continued to invest massively in the growth of Nigerian Sports in various capacities. His type is very rare to find because of all the things he does to promote, develop and sponsor the sports ecosystem in Nigeria”.
” Soname is a major contributor to the Sports Economy of the country and I am delighted to say he is a rare gift to the country’s sports family, and we are proud to associate with him and all that he is doing”.
” Once again I want to wish you all the best in your family, business, and personal endeavors and I pray for more fruitful and healthy years ahead”, he added.
Kunle Soname is unarguably one of Africa’s biggest Sports investors owing and managing different chains of Sports investments.
From owning Nigeria’s Top League side Remo stars, Nigeria Women Football league team Remo Stars Ladies, Nigeria second tier club Beyond Limits to also having a football club in Portugal,amongst other investments, the billionaire Sports Mogul has continued to expand his business empire beyond ordinary possibilities.
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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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