Sports
NFF President Visits Gov.Umo Eno,Says Next Six Super Eagles’ Matches To Be Held In Uyo
The next six international matches of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, begining with the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against São Tomé and Principe on September 10, 2023, as well as the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International stadium in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom state capital.
The President of Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, stated this when he paid a courtesy call on the Governor of Akwa Ibom state, Pastor Umo Eno, at Government House, Uyo, Thursday.
He thanked the government for its previous support to the team, adding that the winning record as well as the conducive environment in the state informed the decision of the country’s football body to choose Uyo as the host city.
Accompanied by the South-South representative on the NFF board, Otuekong Nse Essien and some state FA Chairmen including the Chairman of Akwa Ibom state Football Association Normalization Committee, Prince Bonny Nyong, as well as other stakeholders, Gusau said that he was in the state to solicit the support and cooperation of state Government with regard to the hosting of these matches and announced that the Godswill Akpabio International stadium has been approved by both FIFA and CAF to host international matches in the country.
In his response, Governor Umo Eno assured the NFF President of the support and cooperation of the Government and people of state and stated that the Nest of Champions is an internationally acclaimed stadium whose maintenance contract with construction giants, Julius Berger, he has recently renewed.
Also in attendance were Akwa Ibom state Honourable Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports, Sir Monday Uko, the Chairman of Akwa United Football Club, Elder Paul Bassey and members of Akwa Ibom state Football Association Normalization.
Sports
NSC, NOC Task Journalists on Gender Equality in Sports Reporting
Joel Ajayi
The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, and the President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Engr. Habu Gumel and Chairperson of the NOC Women’s Commission, Professor Florence Adeyanju, have urged sports journalists to intensify awareness of women’s participation and achievements in sports.
They made the call on Monday in Abuja while speaking at the opening of a two-day seminar organised by the NOC Women’s Commission for sports journalists, aimed at promoting gender equality and improving media coverage of women in sports.
Olopade stressed that women could not be sidelined in Nigeria’s sports development, urging journalists to give greater attention to female athletes and their contributions to the sector.
In his remarks, Eng Gumel said the media had a significant role in shaping public perception of women in sports, noting that balanced and inclusive reporting would encourage more girls to participate and inspire women to take up leadership positions.
He described the seminar as a strategic initiative to change the narrative surrounding women’s participation and achievements in sports, while commending the Women’s Commission for its commitment to promoting gender equality.
According to him, the seminar was designed not merely to improve sports reporting but also to change the narrative surrounding women’s participation and achievements in the sporting sector.
He noted that the programmes had helped build capacity, provide mentorship and inspire women to contribute more effectively to sports development
The president described the journalists’ seminar as a strategic way to conclude the tenure of the current Women Commission, expressing satisfaction that its final programme focused on the media’s influence in advancing women’s participation in sports.
He urged participants to make the most of the seminar by engaging actively, asking questions and acquiring the knowledge needed to become advocates for women in sports journalism.
Earlier in her welcome addressed, the Chairperson of the NOC Women’s Commission, Professor Florence Adeyanju, called on journalists to use their influence to promote fairness, inclusiveness and equal opportunities for women and girls in sports.
Adeyanju observed that although sports had traditionally been perceived as a male-dominated field, many women had overcome barriers to participate and excel.
She noted that sports offered enormous benefits to girls, including improved skills, self-confidence and resilience, while opening doors to lifelong opportunities.
According to her, journalists’ reports, photographs and attitudes significantly influence public perceptions of female athletes, warning against coverage that prioritises physical appearance over sporting skills and achievements.
She urged participants to embrace modern sports reporting techniques that challenge stereotypes and remove barriers that have hindered women’s participation in sports.
Adeyanju also encouraged the journalists to share the knowledge acquired at the seminar and produce reports that would inspire future generations.
She expressed appreciation to Gumel and the NOC board for supporting the commission’s initiative.
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