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FCT Agog As Richard Agbonifo Hand2Hand Athletics Championship Holds Nov 26

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The first edition of Richard Agbonifo Hand2Hand Athletics Championship will hold in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital on Saturday, November 26, 2022, organisers have announced. 


The championship will hold at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja training pitch.


Making the announcement on Tuesday in a media parley, the founder, Chief Executive Officer CEO and Chairman, Richard Agbonifo Hand2Hand Foundation, a Non-governmental Organisation based in Germany, Mr Richard Agbonifo, said that the one-day athletics competition will hold in the FCT with over 150 athletes expected to participate.


Mr Agbonifo who also spoke on the mission of the championship, disclosed that the Foundation is organising the competition as a channel for providing awareness campaign “against child labour, child hawking/trafficking and the neglect of children by the Nigerian system”


“This competition is an awareness campaign against child labour, child hawking and the neglect of children by the Nigerian system. Children are not labourers and they need guidance and encouragement in sports and education.


“The competition is not only to  seek out new talents in the world of track and field but to encourage young kids to go into sports. The competition is aimed at supporting the young athletes and creating continuous training exercise for them,” he said. 


On the age category and prizes to be won, Mr Agbonifo stated that the athletes will be below 15 years of age adding that various incentives such as training shoes, jerseys, and more will be giving to the athletes.


“The categories are generally between the ages 5 and 15. The plan is to make the competition an annual tournament and as time goes on expand beyond FCT.  Then, talented athletes from other states will participate. 


“We will be putting our concentration on only track this time around. We are using this to create awareness to the main cause of the foundation which is ‘helping kids to do sports and fighting against hawking, child labour and lack of attention be paid to our children in Nigeria.


“We are going to give the kids training shoes and jerseys, not just the winners but we will try to compensate all competitors with something, not cash rewards.”


While noting that the first edition is solely sponsored by the foundation, he stated that the organisers are open for partnership with corporate organisations, governments and individuals in the quest to create a better future for the Nigerian child. 


“Right now Richard Agbonifo Hand2Hand Foundation is the sole sponsor of this tournament. Hopefully in the future, we can get more to join the cause.


“We also use this opportunity to call on all Nigerians in governments and in diaspora; parents and family, friends and colleagues to join hand in this programme. We expect so much respect and discipline from our children and we forget that the best way to teach that is to lead by example and also let them know that they are respected and worth more than they know.

“The best resources any country has are not the things in the ground or natural resources,  but its people and if we don’t educate them, someone else will,” he concluded. 


Richard Agbonifo Hand2Hand Sports Foundation promotes and supports youth and children from Nigeria and other developing countries in the areas of sports and education. The foundation was founded by Richard Agbonifo, a German professional handball player from Nigeria in March 2022.


The Foundation also supports the financially disadvantaged children and youths through education-related scholarships, thus giving them a perspective for the future. Here, even small amounts can and always  makes a big difference.


Richard Agbonifo Hand2Hand Foundation is registered under the German and Nigerian laws

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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