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Minister Of Sports Sues For Utilization Of Sports For Social Cohesion And Reform
….Says it has power to rehabilitate and rejuvenate individuals at correctional facilities into society
Joel Ajayi
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh has commended the two-day workshop on sports-based intervention in prison settings, organised by the United Nations tagged “Drug and Crime for Nigerian Correctional Service inmates and the public.”
Represented by one of the Deputy Directors at the Ministry, Mr. Bamiduro Olumide, the Minister said that without doubt, the workshop provided an avenue for deliberations on ways to strengthen and enhance the delivery capacity of the Nigerian Correctional Service and the population it serves.
Speaking as a Special Guest of Honour at the event, he re-emphasized the need to use sports as a tool for behavior change, rehabilitation, and reintegration of individuals associated with crime, in order to assist them lead better lives.
Senator Enoh reiterated that sports are one of the major tools for social engagement, especially amongst youths – irrespective of sex, religion, and tribe.
“I am particularly delighted to associate with this event,” Senator Enoh said. “It has the capacity to give a platform to potential sports persons. Moreso, sports is a major tool for peace and conflict resolution.”
According to him, sports-based programs and activities are now modern and effective empowerment tools globally. It has the power to unite and foster togetherness, and progress amongst youths. While commending the German Government for partnering with the United Nations to organize the program, Senator Enoh assured them of the Federal Government’s interest in welcoming ideas and innovations that will further enhance both nations’ bilateral relationship.
Former Director General of the defunct National Sports Commission, Mallam Yakmut Al-Hassan was present at the workshop as a paper presenter and a consultant.
Some of the important papers delivered by presenters include Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (UNODC office, Vienna) and Prison and Penal Reforms (UNODC office, Nigeria).
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PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon Splashes Big Prize Money Ahead Of 14 November 2026 Race
Top Three Elite Finishers To Earn $8,000, $6,000 And $5,000 Respectively
The organisers of the highly anticipated PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon have announced an attractive prize package for athletes across every category ahead of the race on 14 November 2026 in Abuja.
The prize announcement has been welcomed by athletes and coaches, as the event continues to establish itself as one of the leading road races in Nigeria. The race offers local athletes the chance to compete against international runners in front of a home crowd, while also earning meaningful rewards.
In the elite category, first place earns $8,000, second place takes $6,000, third place gets $5,000, fourth place receives $4,000, fifth place goes home with $3,000, sixth place earns $2,000, seventh place takes $1,000, and eighth place gets $500.
In the Nigerian category, first place earns ₦2,000,000, second place takes ₦1,500,000, third place gets ₦1,000,000, fourth place receives ₦500,000, fifth place goes home with ₦300,000, sixth place earns ₦200,000, seventh place takes ₦100,000, and eighth place gets ₦50,000.
According to the organisers, the prize structure reflects the commitment of PremiumTrust Bank to the growth of athletics in Nigeria and to the encouragement of home based athletes. The separate Nigerian category ensures that local runners are properly recognised and rewarded for their performance.
The half marathon, which covers 21 kilometres, remains an important event for long distance runners. It serves as a test of endurance and preparation, and it provides a competitive platform for athletes building towards major national and international competitions.
The race is expected to draw elite athletes, club runners, corporate teams, fitness enthusiasts and supporters from across Nigeria and beyond. The turnout is expected to be high, given the interest already shown since registration opened.
Organisers have advised interested runners to register early through the official registration portal of the race to secure their participation, as arrangements are being put in place for timing, security, medical support and traffic management on race day.
The prize money is now confirmed, attention will shift to the athletes as they complete their final weeks of training and preparations ahead of the race day.
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