Sports
New Committee To Supervise FCT Sports Associations Elections Inaugurated
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has inaugurated the 2026 FCT Sports Associations Screening Committee, mandating it to oversee the electoral process for sports associations within the territory.
The inauguration, held on Wednesday, was conducted on the minister’s behalf by the Director of Sports for the FCT, Luka Istifanus.
He noted that the committee is composed of individuals with established credibility and integrity, tasked with ensuring a transparent and credible election process as various sports associations prepare for leadership transitions.
“We have the approval of the Honourable Minister to constitute and inaugurate this committee, which will lay the groundwork for free, fair, and credible elections into the FCT sports associations,” Istifanus said.
In his acceptance speech, the committee chairman, Godwin Bamigboye, expressed gratitude for the trust placed in the members and assured stakeholders of the committee’s commitment to discharging its duties responsibly and in accordance with established guidelines.
Bamigboye added that, beyond supervising the elections, the committee would also explore opportunities to strengthen sports governance in the FCT. This includes advocating for the elevation of the FCT Sports Department to the status of a full-fledged commission.
Other members of the committee include Secretary Clinton Agbor, Dr. Charles Agadu, Iyiola Ogundele, Esther Whobba, Niyi Busari, Hon. Albert Atiwurcha (representing FCT sports associations), and Uche Uwudoh.
The committee is expected to play a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth, credible, and transparent transition of leadership across the territory’s sports associations.
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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