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Over 1,000 Schools Battle for Glory in 2nd Edition of National Principal’s Cup
All is set for over 1,000 schools across Nigeria to jostle for glory and honour, as the National Principal’s Cup, revived by the Sports Minister Sunday Dare, enters its 2nd edition.
The championship kicked off from the state level on Thursday, the 24th of November 2022, before moving to the zonal finals.
This 2nd edition, aims to replicate the success of the first edition that was held in 2021. The first edition, amongst other successes, produced a player Onuche Ogbelu who went on to represent Nigeria’s U-20 men’s National Team, the Flying Eagles, where he helped the team win the WAFU U20 tourney.
During the first edition of the National Principal’s Cup, he represented eventual football champions, FOSLA Academy and has now gone on to sign for NPFL side, Nassarawa United.
Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare stated that his administration will continue to prioritise grassroots development, as it remains the fulcrum of his mandate.
Dare said, “we are glad about the 2nd edition of the National Principal’s Cup, as we have had to plan amidst our very tight schedules in the Ministry with the National Sports Festival in sight.”
“However, we have a clear vision to keep unearthing and nurturing talents. For our sports to keep growing, the production pipeline must keep churning out talents.”
After the State finals, the competition will go to the zonal level between December 11-15th, before the national finals is held between 18 – 22nd January, 2023.
Sports
NVBF President, Engr Nimrod Urges Families to Embrace Healthy Living at HOBA Novelty Sports
Joel Ajayi
President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has called on Nigerian families to adopt healthy living habits through regular participation in sporting and fitness activities.
Nimrod made the call on Sunday during the third edition of the Hoba Development Association, Abuja Chapter, novelty sports event held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
He noted that physical activities such as sports are vital to fostering family bonds, community interaction, and overall well-being.
“The rate of health-related incidents such as slumping is increasing, but regular exercise helps improve the health of both parents and children,” he said. “Events like this bring families together, allowing parents and children to interact and know each other better.”
Also speaking, the stand-in Chairman of the Hoba Community, Barrister Nathan Naandeti, highlighted the significance of the annual novelty games, describing them as a unifying platform for members of the community.
“It’s something we do every year to promote unity, togetherness, and fitness among our people. Sports is part of who we are,” he stated.
Men, women, and children from the Hoba community participated in various sporting activities, including volleyball, badminton, football, and aerobics—all aimed at encouraging relaxation, fitness, and bonding among families.
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