Sports

FCT FA Chairman Mouktar Honoured With Chieftancy Title In FCT

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2 months ago

January 5, 2025

Joel Ajayi

Philanthropist, Sports Icon and Chairman, Federal Capital Territory Football Association, Alhaji Adam Mohammed Mouktar has been conferred with a Chieftaincy Title, “Abegyi Bwaya” by His Royal Highness Dr. Ibrahim Yaro (JP), the 17th Sa-Bwaya, Esu Bwari and Chairman Council of Traditional Rulers Bwari Area Council, FCT.

In a letter personally signed by the Royal Father to FCT FA Chairman, Mouktar, the Traditional Ruler, stated that, the title is in recognition of his good service and hardwork in development and progress of Bwari Chiefdom and the FCT in general.

The title, “Abegyi Bwaya”, means the Progress of Bwari, which no doubt is a refection of the positive impact his immense contributions have made towards the development of youths in the Bwari, the FCT and Nigeria in general. He has indeed raised the bar for his contemporaries to follow.

His exemplary leadership and feat achieved in the Sports sector is worthy of emulation, and has particularly inspired the youths to be diligent, resilient and forward thinking in a bid to achieving their dreams.

Mouktar said: I feel very honoured been confered with such a prestigious title. This is a huge motivation for me. This title is given to the most important people in the society. I didn’t see this coming as I have always seen myself as a tool in the Hands of Allah. I am passionate about society and human development especially in the area of job creation, skills acquisition, youth empowerment, among other things.

“As I look forward to achieving more with the support of all, let me humbly thank the Esu Bwari and the entire good people of the chiefdom for this great honour. I must also appreciate the FCT FA Family, my board members past and present, friends, media, sport loving people of the FCT and Nigerians”.

The letter reads:

Alhaji Adam Mohammed Mouktar

FCT FA Chairman,

FCT, Abuja

CONFIRMATION OF TRADITIONAL TITLE AS ABEGYI BWAYA

(PORGRESS OF BWARI)

In my capacity as His Royal Highness, the 17th Sa-Bwaya, Esu Bwari and on behalf of Bwari Traditional Council Kings Makers, I hereby wish to confer on you a Traditional title as ABEGYI BWAYA (Progress of Bwari), Bwari chiefdom, FCT Abuja with effect from 1st January, 2025.1.5

The Traditional Title is in recognition of your good service record and hard work towards the development and progress of Bwari Chiefdom and FCT in general.

I will appreciate if you will kindly accept the Title in Written for record purpose.

Accept my Congratulations and best wishes.

His Royal Highness

Dr. Ibrahim Yaro (JP)

17th Sa-Bwaya, Esu Bwari

Chairman Council of Traditional Rulers Bwari Area Council

FCT Abuja

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NSC Hails Nigerian Badminton Team as Eniola Bolaji Strikes Gold, Men’s Doubles Team Secures Bronze in Spanish International Tourney

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47 mins ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigerian contingent at the 2025 Spanish Parabadminton International, after another impressive outing that saw the team secure a gold and a bronze medal in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday.

Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji continued her dominance, winning her second gold medal in two weeks with a commanding 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) victory over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in the women’s SL3 final. Bolaji had won gold a week earlier at the Spanish International in Victoria, Spain.

In the men’s SL4 doubles event, Nnana Jeremiah and Eze Chukwuebuka delivered a strong performance, battling their way to a well-deserved bronze medal.

NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, commended the athletes for making Nigeria proud and praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, led by Francis Orbih, for ensuring the team’s optimal performance on the international stage.

“These athletes have once again showcased the resilience and talent that define Nigerian sports. Their success is a lucid indication of their hard work and the strategic leadership we demand from the Badminton Federation and other sports federations. We are proud of them and remain committed to supporting their journey to greater heights,” Dikko said.

Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, emphasized that the achievements align with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of strengthening grassroots sports while ensuring Nigeria competes favorably on the global stage.

“As part of our mandate under President Tinubu’s administration, we are committed to developing talent from the grassroots and supporting our elite athletes to bring home international laurels. The NSC will continue to back the strategic vision of sports federations as we work towards building a strong and sustainable sports ecosystem,” Olopade stated.

Since the National Sports Commission leadership took office, Nigerian contingents have continued to impress internationally including international successes in cricket and basketball recorded thus far. The NSC leadership stated that no stone will be left unturned until Nigerian sports reaches its full potentials.

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