Basketball

Nasarawa Royal Father Endorses Mark D Ball Basketball Championship

Published

4 years ago

January 2, 2022

The Paramount Leader of Doma,HRH Andoma of Doma,Alhaji Dr.Ahmadu Aliyu Oga Onawo has endorsed the 2022 Mark D Ball Basketball Championship.

The championship recieved the blessings of the Royal Father when the Local Organising Committee LOC paid him a courtesy visit over the weekend at his palace in Doma,Nasarawa state.

An elated Andoma of Doma showered encomiums on members of the LOC for taking the bull by the horn to salvage the game from fighting administrators,especially those who have failed to administer the game properly.

“I feel so happy to hear that Mark D Ball Basketball Championship is going to happen this year,it shows that you people have decided to leave those fighting over power in their fight to rescue the game.The good news is, before they finishing fighting,the game would have gotten to an enviable heights.I am in support of Mark D Ball and we are going to seek sponsors for the championship.I will advise you people to continue in this path of developing basketball and stay away from those fighting for their selfish interest.”The Royal Father,Andoma of Doma stated.

Earlier,the Chairman of the LOC, Igoche Mark said they were in the Palace to inform of their plans for basketball and seek his blessings for Mark D Ball championship.

“Your Royal Highness Sir, as a stakeholder in the game,we are here to tell you of our plans for basketball and also seek your blessings for Mark D Ball Championship.Talents are scattered everywhere in the country, but the leadership tussle and maladministration of the game are the factors that have affected the game negatively; and that is what we are correcting at the moment.We don’t want the game to suffer anymore.”Mark stated.

The Mark D Ball Basketball Championship will dunk off at the MKO Abiola stadium on January 15,2022.

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Nigeria @ 65: Igoche Mark Pays Homage to Nigerian Athletes for Contributions

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1 week ago

October 1, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence anniversary on Wednesday October 1, Basketball Promoter and Initiator of Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, has commended the country’s athletes for their outstanding contributions.

In a heartfelt message, Mr. Mark praised active and retired athletes for consistently putting Nigeria on the global map through their dedication, hard work, and achievements. “Your dedication, hard work, and achievements have not only brought us pride but have also inspired a generation of Nigerians,” he stated.

The Sports Administrator urged the National Sports Commission to establish a platform to celebrate these athletes and recognize their invaluable contributions to Nigerian sports. He emphasized the need to honour their legacy and provide a framework for their continued involvement in sports after retirement.

To support athletes in transition, Mr. Mark recommended that “retirement plans be implemented to ensure a seamless transition into life after sports. This would enable athletes to plan for their future and maximize their post-athletic careers.”

Furthermore, he proposed a welfare package for retired athletes, including access to healthcare, education, and economic empowerment programs. “By doing so, we can show our appreciation for their service and ensure that they are taken care of,” Mr. Mark added.

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence anniversary on October 1, with the theme “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” Mr. Mark’s sentiments echo the sentiments of many Nigerians who believe in the importance of recognizing and supporting the country’s athletes.

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