Sports
Shock, grief as Gumel, Olympic family mourn Chamberlain Acquatic Federation president
Uche Hilary
It is with a heart shattered by grief that I on behalf of the board and the Olympic Movement in Nigeria, I bid farewell to Dr Chamberlaon Nnamdi Dunkwu.
Chamberlain as as he was widely known died in the early hours of Saturday.
To the world, he was the President of the Nigeria Aquatic Sports Federation; to the Olympic movement in the country, he was a visionary leader.
But to me, Chamberlain was quite simply a ‘son’.
Watching him lead with such infectious energy and clarity of vision brought me a pride that words can barely capture.
At 54, he was in the absolute prime of his life—just beginning to realise the bold transformation he imagined for Nigerian aquatic sports.
Chamberlain Nnamdi Dunkwu didn’t just manage a federation; he breathed life into it.
”His loyalty as a protégé and his passion for our athletes were unmatched.
”This is more than a professional void; it is a profound personal tragedy that leaves the entire Olympic family in shock.”
The circumstances that has added to the grief was that he died on a day his colleagues at the Olympic Movement, friends and political associates were awaiting his arrival at the Swimming Pool of at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja for the formal launch of ‘Swim to future’ he planned to personally sponsor.
”Chamberlain my son, go in peace. Your gestures life and dreams will not be forgotten,’’ noted Gumel.
Sports
Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman
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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