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Fun and Excitement as Command Secondary School Suleja Holds Inter-House Sports Competition
…Vows to Strengthen Student Development Through Sports
By Bisi Oyebanji
Students of Command Secondary School Suleja thrilled spectators with their outstanding performances at the 7th edition of the annual Inter-House Sports Competition, held at the school premises in Suleja, Niger State.
The colorful event featured a variety of track and field activities, drawing students, teachers, parents, principals, traditional rulers, and other distinguished guests.
A major highlight of the competition was the march past, which showcased the students’ discipline, teamwork, and coordination.
Speaking at the 2025 edition of the competition, the Chairman of the occasion and the school’s pioneer Commandant, Major General M.M. Bunza (rtd.), reaffirmed the management’s commitment to student development through sports, as the school successfully hosted its 7th Inter-House Sports Competition.
He emphasized that the event provided a platform for students to showcase their athletic talents while fostering essential values such as teamwork, resilience, discipline, and fair play.
Highlighting the critical role of sports in shaping students’ character and preparing them for future challenges, Major General Bunza stated: “Command Secondary School Suleja has continuously instilled these virtues in its students. Sporting activities are among the many initiatives designed to develop resilience, teamwork, and determination in them. Today’s event is not just a competition; it is an opportunity for students to display their talents and hone their psychomotor skills.”
He further stressed that physical fitness enhances mental preparedness, helping students navigate academic challenges effectively.
“A physically fit student is also mentally prepared to handle academic challenges. Events like this reinforce the culture of physical fitness among students, which is crucial to their overall development.”
Commending the Commandant and the entire staff, Major General Bunza applauded their dedication to nurturing students into responsible and resourceful citizens. He urged them to remain committed to ensuring that the school continues to produce disciplined, intellectually sound, and physically fit future leaders.
In his address, the Commandant of Command Secondary School Suleja, Lt. Col. R. Aliyu, reiterated that the Annual Inter-House Sports Competition serves as a platform for fostering unity among participants and spectators, bringing people from diverse backgrounds together.
“Sports are one of the key domains recognized in education—cognitive, affective, and psychomotor. At Command Secondary School Suleja, we focus on developing all three aspects to ensure our students grow intellectually, build strong character, and maintain physical fitness.”
He reaffirmed the school’s commitment to identifying and nurturing sporting talents among students, while maintaining high academic standards.
“As the saying goes, ‘All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.’ This year, we have once again gathered in pursuit of sporting excellence, with this edition being an improvement on the previous ones. We are here to showcase talent and skills, to compete in sports—not in conflict.”
The Commandant commended the Central Organizing Committee and Sub-Committees for their dedication in planning the event, ensuring it had a meaningful impact on students’ overall development.
With this renewed commitment to sports, Command Secondary School Suleja continues to foster a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork, preparing students for future success in both academics and athletics.
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Authentic All Stars International of Bauchi Thank Finance Commissioner for Sallah Gift
Joel Ajayi
The President of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi Patrick Pascal (MON) has expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu, for his continued generosity and support to the group during the Sallah celebrations.
In a message to members, the president who is also the Bauchi State FA Chairman announced that the organization had received a Sallah cow from Dr. Yakubu Adamu as part of his goodwill for the festive season. The gesture follows a similar show of support during the last Sallah celebration, when the Commissioner gifted the group ₦700,000.
“I have been directed to inform all members that officials of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi have received a Sallah cow from Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu,” the message read. “Members may wish to know that the same Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu gave us ₦700,000 during the last Sallah celebration.”
The group extended its gratitude to Dr. Adamu, noting that his contributions reflect his enduring commitment to community engagement and social support, especially during important cultural and religious occasions.
Members of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi are expected to participate in the sharing and celebration of the gift as they mark the Sallah festival.
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