Sports
Igali Applauds Ogun State, Olopade for Impressive NSF Performance as Bayelsa Shines
Joel Ajayi Commissioner for Sports in Bayelsa State and President of the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation, Daniel Igali, has praised the excellent organization of the National Sports Festival hosted in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
From the grand entry of athletes to the rich display of culture, exceptional entertainment, and captivating choreography, the atmosphere was electric—delivering a truly unique and memorable sporting experience.
Speaking at the swimming pool of the MKO Abiola International Stadium in Abeokuta on Thursday evening, Igali commended the seamless coordination of the entire event.
“The efforts of the organizing committee deserve the highest praise. It was evident that every segment contributed to unity and progressd of Nigeria.
“What we are witnessing in Abeokuta is more than a sports; it was a statement about Nigeria’s readiness to lead through sports to elevate talent in the country.
Meanwhile, Bayelsa State currently tops the medals table after five days of competition at the ongoing Gateway Games, with a haul of 30 gold, 12 silver, and 11 bronze medals—totaling 53.
Team Bayelsa demonstrated their dominance in weightlifting by clinching nine gold medals on the final day of the event, held at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Sagamu, further asserting their supremacy in the sport.
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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