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NOC Sports Administrators Course To Begin On Wednesday

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The Nigeria Olympic Committee, under the auspices of the International Olympic Committee, will be holding a-3-day seminar on sports administration for sports administrators/officers of Nigeria Association of Physical & Health Education and other sports organisations from Wednesday 19th to Friday 21st January 2022 in Lagos.

The sports administration course will equip sports administrators with the knowledge and tools that will help bring about changes and improvements in their sports organisations. 

A program will also help stakeholders develop, maintain solid and sustainable administrative structures that can deliver the support needed by the athletes and the administrators.

However, This edition of the programme will hold on virtual and physical space. 

The following Course Directors approved by the International Olympic Committee in Nigeria, Mr Emmanuel Nweri, Dr Esther Aluko and Dr Simon Ebhojaiye, will anchor the programme with other invited speakers such as Prof Fasan Clement, Programme Director of IOC Advanced Sports Management Course, Mr Olumide Oyedeji – Chairman, NOC Athletes Commission, Prof Abiodun Moronfolu, Dean, Department of Physical and Health Education, Lagos State University.

The course is the 3rd training by the Nigeria Olympic for NAPHER-SD members and will be declared open by Engr, Habu Gumel, President, Nigeria Olympic Committee.

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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