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FCT FA Chairman Mouktar Turbaned As Abegyi Bwaya in FCT

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1 year ago

May 26, 2025

Joel Ajayi
Philanthropist, Sports Icon and Chairman, Federal Capital Territory Football Association, Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed has been conferred and turbaned 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 Signed by the Head Media Committee FCT FA Uche Nwudoh Hillary on Monday in Abuja.

In a colourful ceremony held at the historic palace of the Royal Father, His Royal Highness Dr. Ibrahim Yaro (JP), the 17th Sa-Bwaya, Esu Bwari and Chairman Council of Traditional Rulers Bwari Area Council, FCT. he described the FCT FA Chairman, Mouktar, as a worthy son who has helped place the chiefdom on the global map with his giant strides in youth and sports development in Nigeria and particularly the FCT.

The revered Traditional Ruler, stated that, the title is in recognition of his good service record and hardwork in development and progress of Bwari Chiefdom and the FCT in general.

The title, “Abegyi Bwaya”, according to His Royal Highness Dr. Ibrahim Yaro (JP), the 17th Sa-Bwaya, Esu Bwari and Chairman Council of Traditional Rulers Bwari Area Council, FCT, means the Progress of Bwari.

The title, is no doubt a refection of the positive impact and immense contributions of Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed, towards the development of youths in Bwari, the FCT and Nigeria in general. He has indeed raised the bar for his contemporaries to follow.

His consistent leadership prowess and feats achieved in the Sports sector is worthy of mentioning and emulation, and has particularly inspired the youths to be diligent, resilient, and persevering as they strive to achieve their dreams and aspirations.

Mouktar said: I feel very honoured been conferred with this 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 and development, 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 my family for their homely support, the FCT FA Family, my board members past and present, friends, media, sports loving people of the FCT and Nigerians”.

The event attracted dignitaries from all works of life, sports administrators, business community, friends and families, well wishers, media, amongst others.

It will be recalled that, that His Royal Highness, the 17th Sa-Bwaya, Esu Bwari, on behalf of Bwari Traditional Council Kings Makers had earlier written to notify Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed the FCT FA Chairman, on his conferment of Traditional title as ABEGYI BWAYA (Progress of Bwari), Bwari chiefdom, FCT Abuja with effect from 1st January, 2025.

The letter noted that, the Traditional Title is in recognition of his good service record and hard work towards the development and progress of Bwari Chiefdom and FCT in general.

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Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman

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18 hours ago

November 12, 2026

The Gleamer

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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