Sports
Iyiola Challenges FCT Athletes to Raise the Bar, Win More Medals
Joel Ajayi
The Deputy Director of Sports, FCT Administration, Mr Iyiola Ogundele, has charged athletes representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to remain focused and strive for more medals in upcoming competitions.
Ogundele state this on Monday in Abuja when the FCT Traditional Sports Association presented medals won by the territory’s athletes at the recently concluded National Open Championship in Dambe, Kokuwa, Ayo, Abula and Langa to the sports management.
The championship, organised by the respective federation in collaboration with the National Sports Commission (NSC), was held in Abuja from August 14 to 18, with FCT athletes winning two gold and two silver medals.
Ogundele commended the athletes, coaches and officials for their performances, assuring them that their hard work and commitment would be recognised and rewarded.
He said the FCT Administration remained committed to promoting grassroots sports development through the identification, nurturing and training of young talents capable of representing the territory and Nigeria at national and international competitions.
The Deputy Director, however, identified the movement of athletes to other states as one of the major challenges facing the FCT sports sector, noting that athletes developed through its grassroots programmes were often approached with better incentives and opportunities.
He said that the FCT was exploring partnerships with security agencies and other organisations to create employment opportunities for outstanding athletes and encourage them to remain with the territory.
According to him, discussions had been held with the Nigeria Police Force on possible absorption of qualified athletes into its sports department, while similar engagements were being considered with the Nigeria Customs Service. He added that the Federal Road Safety Corps had previously provided opportunities for some FCT-developed athletes.
Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the FCT Traditional Sports Association, which is awaiting inauguration by the FCT Minister, Malam Iliyasu Abdu said the association’s priority was to catch young talents early and build a strong grassroots development structure.
He said the association would participate fully in competitions, including upcoming events in Lagos, adding that traditional sports had enormous potential for private-sector investment if properly developed and promoted.
He urged stakeholders not to relent in nurturing grassroots athletes, expressing optimism that the FCT would continue to produce champions capable of excelling at national and international levels.
Sports
Lagos Women Run: Excitement Builds Ahead of Saturday’s TBS Race
Joel Ajayi
Participants from different walks of life are eagerly looking forward to the Lagos Women Run scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.
The participants have expressed excitement about the opportunities and experiences the annual event promises to offer.
Our correspondent reports that, in addition to runners from within Lagos and other parts of Nigeria, some athletes are expected to travel from outside the country to participate in the race.
The organisers are already making preparations for the large number of registered participants, while the possibility of accepting late entries will depend on the timing and other arrangements.
The Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, said participants should expect an improved experience compared with previous editions.
“We have to continue to get better, as that is the driving force for us as organisers. We will be bigger and better with every edition,” Popoola said.
The 2026 Lagos Women Run will hold on Saturday, November 14, with Tafawa Balewa Square serving as the starting point.
Participants are expected to arrive at the venue by 6:30 a.m. for the event.
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