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NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Felicitates with Muslim Faithfuls on Eid-el-Fitr

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2 years ago

March 30, 2025

Joel Ajayi

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithfuls across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

In his goodwill message, Olopade commended the dedication, discipline, and devotion demonstrated by Muslims throughout the month of fasting and prayer.

He emphasized the importance of reflecting on the values of compassion, unity, and generosity that the season promotes.

“As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, I encourage all Nigerians to embrace the spirit of peace, love, and tolerance,” Olopade said.

“The values of sacrifice and compassion that Ramadan teaches should continue to guide our actions, fostering harmony and unity in our society.”

The NSC DG also acknowledged the role of sports in promoting unity and inclusivity, highlighting its power to bring people from diverse backgrounds together.

He called on citizens to remain committed to fostering peaceful coexistence and supporting initiatives that promote national development.

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Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman

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20 hours ago

November 12, 2026

The Gleamer

The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Association (NVRA) has congratulated Tolu Oguntimehin on his election as Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter.

NVRA described his emergence as an opportunity to strengthen sports journalism and advance the welfare of members.

Oguntimehin emerged victorious at the FCT SWAN elective congress held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, defeating his challenger, Raphael Ekpang, by 88 votes to four.

In a congratulatory message, the Chairman of Nigeria Volleyball Reporters, Alhaji Ganiyu Oloyede described the election outcome as a testament to the confidence reposed in Oguntimehin by members of the association.

Oloyede expressed optimism that the new chairman would bring purposeful leadership, inclusiveness and renewed commitment to the development of sports journalism in the FCT.

He stressed that the responsibility of leading the association goes beyond occupying an office.

Oloyede noted that the new administration must prioritise members’ welfare, professional development, unity and the protection of their collective interests.

The NVR chairman also challenged the incoming leadership to create an enabling environment where sports journalists can thrive professionally, gain greater access to sporting events and contribute meaningfully to the growth of Nigerian sports.

He particularly welcomed Oguntimehin’s commitment to establishing a ₦200 million financial base for the association, describing the proposed initiative as an ambitious step towards building a financially stronger and more sustainable SWAN FCT.

Oloyede further emphasised the importance of collaboration among sports journalists, sports federations, government institutions and other stakeholders, maintaining that stronger partnerships would create more opportunities for members and improve the quality of sports reporting.

He urged the new executive to embrace transparency, accountability and open communication while ensuring that every member feels represented in the administration.

The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters reaffirmed its readiness to work with the new SWAN FCT leadership in promoting sports journalism, strengthening professional relationships and projecting Nigerian sports positively.

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