Sports
NOC Boss Charges Coaches to Upgrade Skills, Develop World-Class Athletes
Joel Ajayi
President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Ahmed Gumel, has urged coaches to continually upgrade their knowledge and skills to enable Nigeria produce world-class athletes.
Gumel made the call at the opening of the Badminton Technical Coaching Course Level 2, on Friday in Abuja where he commended the organisers, technical experts, coaches and participants for their contributions to the success of the programme.
He stressed that sporting success goes beyond the talent and determination of athletes, noting that the quality and commitment of coaches are equally crucial to developing athletes capable of competing at the highest level.
“The success of any sporting system depends not only on the talent and determination of athletes, but also on the quality, knowledge and commitment of the coaches who guide and develop them,” Gumel said.
According to him, coaches play a central role in talent identification, skill development, character building and preparing athletes for elite competition.
He emphasised that continuous education and capacity development were essential to the growth and sustainability of Nigerian sports.
Gumel reaffirmed the NOC’s commitment to collaborating with national sports federations and other stakeholders to promote coach education, athlete development, Olympic values and sporting excellence.
He also appreciated the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Badminton Federation of Nigeria for their collaboration and support towards the successful organisation of the course.
Addressing the participants, the NOC president urged them to maximise the opportunity provided by the training and apply the knowledge acquired towards developing badminton in Nigeria.
“You have a responsibility not only to develop champions, but also to develop responsible, disciplined and productive citizens,” he added.
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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