Sports
FCT FA Boss Mouktar Wins 2025 Blueprint Sports Icon Award
Joel Ajayi
The Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA), Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed, has been honoured as Sports Icon of the Year 2025 by Blueprint Newspaper in recognition of his outstanding contributions to youth and sports development, particularly within the FCT education sector.
In a statement issued on Thursday by the media Adviser to the FA Chairman Uche Nwudoh Hilary in Abuja revealed that, the award was presented during the Blueprint Annual Public Lecture and Impact Series held in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city.
According to the organisers, Alhaji Mouktar was selected for his exemplary contributions and measurable impact on national development through youth empowerment and sports initiatives.
He was lauded for his steadfast commitment to human capital development, marked by numerous impactful projects and youth-oriented programmes.
Other prominent recipients at the event included the National Security Adviser, Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, and Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State—each recognised for their distinct contributions to national growth and progress.
In his acceptance speech, Alhaji Mouktar expressed gratitude on behalf of the FCT FA family and the sports-loving people of the Federal Capital Territory. He dedicated the award to Almighty Allah and to the people of the FCT.
“This award is a testament that our efforts are being seen and appreciated,” he said. “It also serves as a reminder that we must continue with purpose and determination to do even more for youth development—not just in sports, but also in education.”
He further thanked the organisers, adding: “This recognition is both an honour and a challenge to surpass our past achievements. Our country’s growth and economic improvement lie in investing in our youth.”
The Blueprint Impact Series is an annual platform that celebrates excellence in public service and honours individuals and institutions making significant strides in shaping Nigeria’s future.
Sports
NVBF seeks continuous partnership with Abia Govt after successful 2025 Nat Div 1 & 2
Joel Ajayi
The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) have expressed profound appreciation to the Government and people of Abia State for their outstanding support and collaboration during the successful hosting of the final phase of the 2025 National Division 1 and 2 Volleyball Leagues.
In a statement signed by Engineer Musa Nimrod, NVBF President, the federation commended Abia State for its warm hospitality and commitment to the development of sports, particularly volleyball.
Nimrod explained that the successful event was a result of the strong partnership between the federation and the state government.
He said, “The Board of Administration of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation, on behalf of the entire volleyball community in the country, wishes to express profound gratitude to the Government and people of Abia State for their noble collaboration in organizing the final phase of Division 1 and 2.”
He further highlighted that Abia State is gradually becoming a hub for volleyball in Nigeria.
Nimrod attributed the growth of volleyball to the government’s investment in youth and sports development.
He emphasised the NVBF desire to sustain and strengthen this partnership to further promote volleyball and empower young athletes across the nation.
“The federation remains grateful and looks forward to a more robust and progressive partnership with the Abia State Government in the future.”
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