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NOC President Engr Gumel Congratulates Swimmer Adama On Silver Medal feat At World Junior Championships
Joel Ajayi
The President of the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC), Engr. Habu Gumel, has congratulated 17-year-old swimming sensation Abduljabar Adama for his groundbreaking silver medal performance in the men’s 50m butterfly at the World Junior Swimming Championships in Otopeni, Romania.
Adama impressed on the global stage with a time of 23.64 seconds, finishing just 0.10 seconds behind Great Britain’s Dean Fearn, who claimed gold with a time of 23.54 seconds.
This remarkable result marks Nigeria’s first-ever medal at a World Aquatics event, making it a historic achievement in the country’s swimming history.
In a congratulatory message sent on Sunday, Engr. Gumel described Adama’s performance as a major milestone and a proud moment for Nigerian sports.
“There is no doubt that sports in Nigeria are heading in the right direction,” said Gumel.
“I congratulate this young star and the entire Nigerian team for representing the nation with excellence and making us proud.”
He emphasized that Adama’s success has not only proven Nigeria’s potential in international swimming but has also paved the way for future athletes. “This medal shows the world that Nigeria can compete at the highest level in swimming. Abduljabar has not just won silver—he has opened the door for many more young talents to follow.”
Engr. Gumel also urged all stakeholders in the sports sector to work together in fostering development, noting that sports remain a vital tool for national unity, progress, and youth empowerment.
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LEADERSHIP Newspaper’s Salifu Usman Receives SWAN Fellowship In Recognition Of Sports Development Efforts
Salifu Abubakar Usman, Group Sports Editor of LEADERSHIP Newspaper, has been honoured with the Fellow of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) award, in recognition of his exceptional support for the association, professional journalism, and his significant contributions to sports development in Nigeria.
The esteemed accolade was presented during SWAN’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration, held in Abuja, marking 60 years of excellence in sports journalism across the nation.
Upon receiving the award, Salifu expressed profound gratitude, describing the honour as a source of inspiration and renewed motivation to further his lifelong dedication to sports reporting, promotion, and growth.
“This award gives me hope and motivation to do more. It’s a source of inspiration for me and my family, and I believe it will encourage me further in sports reporting and sports development in Nigeria,” he stated.
Salifu highlighted that this recognition serves as a morale boost following decades of hard work and impactful contributions within Nigeria’s sports community and beyond.
The SWAN Diamond Jubilee Celebration attracted prominent figures from sports administration, the media, and government sectors to celebrate individuals and organisations whose efforts have significantly advanced sports development and journalism in Nigeria.
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