Sports
Minister Of Sports Development Enthused By Cyclers
Joel Ajayi
It has been very revealing what’s going on in our various sports communities, all targeted at growing grassroots sports and encouraging private sector involvement
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh was present at the Pitstop Lagos Criterium, a monthly cycling race organized by the Pitstop community to promote grassroots cycling, athleticism and Adopt a Youth initiative which seeks to shape responsible, dedicated, and exemplary youths through academic sponsorship, cycling, employment and mentorship by senior members of the cycling community.
The Minister stated clearly the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for Sports Development in the country, paying apt attention to the various sports and their Federations for proper development from the grassroots through to advanced levels.
“The race is highly appreciated, and we should be encouraged by the government’s presence,” he said.
Giving the Sports Minister a brief on the Pitstop Cycling community, Adebisi Adebutu a senior Pitstop mentor said the consistency of the event for the past four years has attracted major corporate sponsors such as Access Bank, Craneburg Construction and Ìlúbìrìn Lagos Island. Mentor Adebisi said :
“This has in turn spiked interest in cycling such that it has become the fastest-growing sport in the country attracting a wide demography from across professional and recreational cyclists. Cycling has developed this deep ecosystem that is providing hope and opportunity to the young people involved in the sport”.
He further mentioned that the cycling community has promoted the “adopt an athlete” initiative of the Sports Ministry which has seen so many athletes being supported by recreational riders.
The Honourable Minister of Sports lauded the Sponsors of the event and encouraged more Corporate Organizations, and the private sector to be encouraged to do more.
” Having me come here sends a signal on the Ministries Openness to collaborate with corporate organizations to develop grassroots sports and encourage greater private sector participation”.
Pitstop Lagos Criterium had 50 participants and three teams, team Access, team Craneburg, and team Ilubirin. The competitors did 23 laps on the Dolphin loop.
Isaac Gana emerged in 1st position and winner of the grand prize of one million naira. Team Access won the best team.
The event was graced by top members of the community who are also mentors including Adebisi Adebutu, John Adesioye, Busola Songonuga, and Femi Ehindero.
Sports
Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday
Cyril Ogar
Vipers Volleyball Club have felicitated with their captain, Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
In a statement signed by the Vipers VC Team Manager, Suraj Abiodun Jabar; the club described Mbah as a leader who has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the court.
The statement also praised the Nigerian international for her valuable contributions to the club.
The statement mentioned her role in guiding Vipers to a second-place finish at the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Club Championship in Ghana.
It read: “The management of Vipers Volleyball Club wants to celebrate Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
“She has been an asset to Vipers since joining the club, demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication and leadership.
“Her contributions to the growth and success of the team have been invaluable.
“We appreciate her efforts, professionalism and the positive influence she continues to have on her teammates. We wish her more successful years ahead, good health and greater achievements.”
The club concluded its birthday message by wishing the experienced player continued success as she leads the team towards achieving more honours.
Beyond her achievements at club level, Mbah won a bronze medal for Nigeria at the 2024 African Games in Ghana, further establishing herself as one of the country’s accomplished volleyball players.
She has also secured qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, adding another milestone to her growing career.
In their separate messages, board members of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, James Datuhun and Chinedu Onikeku (OLY) as well as Coordinator of Vipers VC, Samuel Onikeku wished the Nigeria international a glamorous birthday.
They hailed Esther Mbah for exhibiting a high level of leadership trait since joining the team.
The stakeholders prayed for good health and ultimately success as she prepares for the Beach Volleyball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
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