Sports

Minister Donate 50 Copies Of Sunday Olishe Book To FCT SWAN

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4 years ago

November 11, 2021

Joel Ajayi

Minister of Youth and Sports Development Chief Sunday Dare has from his manaminity donated 50 copies of book writen by an Olympics Gold medalist and former Super Eagles Coach Sunday Olishe to Sports Writers Association of Nigeria Abuja FCT chapter

Chief Dare stated this on Thursday in Abuja at the MKO Abiola Stadium when he inagurated committee to chat a 10 years football development master plan for Nigeria.

Olishe used the opportunity to present a copy of book to the minister of Sports and Minister was led by spirit to donated 50 copies of the book to the FCT Sports writers

According to the minister, in my small suport as the Minister of Sports, I personally donate 50 books published by Sunday Oliseh to Sports Wroters Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Abuja Chapter

The book titled: “Audacity to Refuse” by the legendary Sunday Oliseh’s where he wrote on an untold insider story from being a young footballer in Nigeria to starring in some of Europe’s greatest clubs.

The book also shares the Oliseh’s rise to worldwide fame, while dealing with innumerable trials and tribulations.

It will be recalled that the Former Super Eagles Captain Sunday Oliseh formally launched his autobiography, “Audacity To Refuse” on Friday, April 30, 2021.08

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No crisis in NAWIS ahead of AFN elections on Monday

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13 hours ago

June 8, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Association of Nigerian Women in Sports (NAWIS), known for its orderliness since its establishment in 1990, continues to uphold its standards ahead of the upcoming Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) elections.

With members across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, NAWIS has consistently operated without external interference.

Over the years, its members have been nominated to various boards of national sports federations after meeting established criteria, including the payment of annual dues.

The association has attracted a strong base of respected sportswomen who have served the country with distinction, both during and after their active careers.

In preparation for the AFN elections, zonal elections were conducted on June 2 and 3, producing representatives for the national exercise.

While NAWIS initially planned to hold its election in Zaria, Kaduna State, the association’s headquarters, it was later rescheduled for Abuja on Monday, June 9, following directives from higher authorities.

Importantly, NAWIS has a set of strict guidelines that govern its electoral process, particularly the requirement for timely payment of annual dues. Failure to meet this condition results in automatic disqualification.

This guideline was the basis for the disqualification of Maria Wophil, who has reportedly not paid her annual dues since 2017. Her attempt to hurriedly settle outstanding debts just before the election was deemed non-compliant with NAWIS regulations.

Who is Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju?

Commonwealth gold medallist Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju is one of the leading contenders for the NAWIS representative position in the AFN.

She made history as the first African woman to run the 400m in under 50 seconds and brought glory to Nigeria by winning a silver medal in the 4x400m relay at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics.

Yusuf-Olukoju also claimed gold in the 400m at the 1991 All-Africa Games and silver in the 200m.

Based on nominations and her track record, Yusuf-Olukoju is considered the most qualified candidate. However, three other contenders have also shown interest, and the final decision will be made in the election slated for Monday, June 9, in Abuja.

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