Sports
Hon. Omidiran Champions Staff Wellness as FCC Sports Club Decorates Her Patron
Joel Ajayi
The Executive Chairperson of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has called for periodic exercise and a stronger culture of sporting activities among staff as a pathway to promoting healthy living and teamwork within the Commission.
Honorable Omidiran made the call when members of the FCC Sports Club paid her a courtesy visit at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja, where she was also formally decorated as the Patron of the FCC Sports Club.
Welcoming the delegation, the FCC Chairperson commended the club for promoting sports among staff and emphasized the role of sporting activities in building discipline, unity and teamwork within institutions.
“Sports teach discipline, unity and selflessness. When you play as a team, you learn to think beyond yourself and work for the success of others. These are values we also need in our daily work and in the way we serve the nation,” she said.
She stressed the importance of integrating periodic exercise into staff routines, noting that a healthy workforce is critical to productivity and effective service delivery.
“We must encourage periodic exercise among staff. It is important for our health and overall wellbeing. A healthy workforce is more productive, focused and better positioned to deliver on the Commission’s mandate,” Omidiran stated.
The Executive Chairperson also highlighted the need for inclusive sporting activities that can accommodate staff across different age groups.
“Sports is not only for the young. As we grow older, we can move from one activity to another—walking, golf or other games that keep us active. What matters is that we remain engaged, healthy and connected,” she added.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Sports Manager of the FCC Sports Club, Jamilu Musa Abdullahi, thanked the Executive Chairperson for receiving the team and accepting to serve as the club’s Patron.
“We believe sports can bring staff together, strengthen teamwork and promote a healthy lifestyle within the Commission. Our goal is to create opportunities for staff to connect beyond the office while building unity through sports,” he said.
Other members of the FCC Sports Club delegation included Jummai Nankat (Assistant Sports Manager), Obi Chukwutem (Secretary General), Linda Samuel (Assistant Secretary), Yahaya Adamu Ano (Treasurer), John Akerejola (Accountant), Maxwell Ibe (Welfare Officer) and Ubong Okon (Assistant Welfare Officer).
Sports
Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman
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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