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Robert Akpenpuun Rejoices With Sunday Dare, As He Clocks 54 Years

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6 years ago

May 30, 2020

Robert Akpenpuun Rejoices With Sunday Dare, As He Clocks 54 Years

The Chairman, Vandeikya Local Government Football Council in Benue state, Mr. Robert Akpenpuun has congratulated the hard-working Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Sunday Dare, for clocking 54 years of age and wishes him many more years in the land of the living.

He described Mr. Dare as a change agent in the Nigerian sporting industry.

In a goodwill message, Akpenpuun said that the Sports Minister is a dedicated leader who is an inspiration to sportsmen and women across different generations and since he assumed the office, he has changed the face of sports positively.

He, however, prays for continued good health and sound mind, more success, more progress.

The message said: “I felicitate with you, your family, and the entire sports industry on the occasion of your 54th birthday.

“I, therefore, join your family and numerous well-wishers to pray for longer life and wish you more productive years as you continue to strive for a more prosperous Sports industry.”

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Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman

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16 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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