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FORMER DG GOVERNORS FORUM, EARL OSARO ONAIWU, CONGRATULATES PDP GOVERNORS FORUM ON SUCCESSFUL MEETING

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10 months ago

August 25, 2024

Abuja, Nigeria – Earl Osaro Onaiwu, former Director-General of the Governors Forum, has congratulated the PDP Governors Forum on their well-attended and successful meeting in Taraba State.

Onaiwu praised the forum for their commitment to unity, development, and good governance, urging them to continue fostering a spirit of collaboration and cooperation.

“The PDP Governors Forum has once again demonstrated its capacity for unity and collective purpose,” Onaiwu said. “I commend the forum for their dedication to the principles of good governance and development. May this meeting mark the beginning of a new era of prosperity and progress for the PDP and Nigeria.”

Onaiwu also reminded the Governors that it is time to give back to the party that brought them to power. “As they bask in the glory of their achievements, they must not forget the vehicle that took them to their destination – the PDP. It is now time for them to help rebuild and strengthen the PDP by their full support, commitment, and loyalty.”

The meeting, which brought together Governors from across the country, was hailed as a major success, with attendees praising the forum’s renewed commitment to working together for the benefit of all Nigerians.

Onaiwu’s congratulatory message comes as the PDP Governors Forum continues to work towards a united front ahead of future elections.

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No crisis in NAWIS ahead of AFN elections on Monday

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12 hours ago

June 8, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Association of Nigerian Women in Sports (NAWIS), known for its orderliness since its establishment in 1990, continues to uphold its standards ahead of the upcoming Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) elections.

With members across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, NAWIS has consistently operated without external interference.

Over the years, its members have been nominated to various boards of national sports federations after meeting established criteria, including the payment of annual dues.

The association has attracted a strong base of respected sportswomen who have served the country with distinction, both during and after their active careers.

In preparation for the AFN elections, zonal elections were conducted on June 2 and 3, producing representatives for the national exercise.

While NAWIS initially planned to hold its election in Zaria, Kaduna State, the association’s headquarters, it was later rescheduled for Abuja on Monday, June 9, following directives from higher authorities.

Importantly, NAWIS has a set of strict guidelines that govern its electoral process, particularly the requirement for timely payment of annual dues. Failure to meet this condition results in automatic disqualification.

This guideline was the basis for the disqualification of Maria Wophil, who has reportedly not paid her annual dues since 2017. Her attempt to hurriedly settle outstanding debts just before the election was deemed non-compliant with NAWIS regulations.

Who is Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju?

Commonwealth gold medallist Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju is one of the leading contenders for the NAWIS representative position in the AFN.

She made history as the first African woman to run the 400m in under 50 seconds and brought glory to Nigeria by winning a silver medal in the 4x400m relay at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics.

Yusuf-Olukoju also claimed gold in the 400m at the 1991 All-Africa Games and silver in the 200m.

Based on nominations and her track record, Yusuf-Olukoju is considered the most qualified candidate. However, three other contenders have also shown interest, and the final decision will be made in the election slated for Monday, June 9, in Abuja.

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