Sports

Gov. Uba Sani Allocates Land for Mini Stadium, As Hon Ekene Adams Sets To Establish Sports Academy In Constituency

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2 years ago

January 25, 2024

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has sanctioned the allocation of 25 hectares of land for the establishment of a mini stadium to host a Sports Academy within the Chikun/Kajuru Federal constituency.

This initiative stems from the efforts spearheaded by Honourable Ekene Abubakar Adams, Chairman of the House Committee on Sports.

Ekene Adams shared this milestone through an update on his official Facebook page.

The astute football administrator disclosed that the Federal Ministry of Youths and Sports Development has incorporated the project into its 2024 budget, signaling imminent commencement.

It will be recalled that during his campaign leading up to the 2023 Elections, the Member representing Chikun/Kajuru Federal constituency pledged to establish a Sports Academy in the region, underscoring his commitment to fulfilling electoral promises.Kaduna State

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Team Nigeria Jets to Cairo for 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships

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20 hours ago

October 7, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Excitement is high as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting contingent departed Nigeria on Tuesday, October 7, for the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, from October 9 to 18, 2025.

The milestone event marks the first-ever World Championships to be hosted on African soil, symbolizing a new era for the sport on the continent.

The first batch of Team Nigeria athletes left the country on Tuesday amid cheers and well-wishes from officials, fans, and supporters.

The second batch of the contingent is scheduled to depart tomorrow, October 8, from Lagos, completing the full team that will represent the nation at this landmark competition.

Speaking ahead of the departure, officials expressed confidence in the team’s readiness and determination to uphold Nigeria’s longstanding reputation as a force to be reckoned with, in global para powerlifting.

The National Sports Commission (NSC) reaffirmed its full support for the athletes, emphasizing the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence in sports.

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