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Sports and Youth Combo Will Be A Powerful Tool To Combat Crime And Restiveness in Nigeria- Dayo Israel
Joel Ajayi
APC Youth Leader, Dayo Israel in a bid to further unite the teeming youths of Nigeria and bring to fulfilment the Renewed Hope Agenda of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, says Nigerian youths should be encouraged to take up sports as a lucrative vocation that would immensely aid the FGs fight against restiveness, crime and unemployment.
Dayo Israel, who is the Leader of the Youth Wing of APC spoke with the media at the Nest Resource centre in Abuja, venue of the viewing party of the 2025 Community Shield where hundred of fans watched the match.
In his words, he said the recent huge incentives and national awards given by President BAT to Nigerian sports teams that excelled at recent international events,was testament to the massive benefits that were possible when youths and sports are effectively connected.
Speaking further, he urged youths of any political affiliation to take advantage of the hub in the Wuse 2 area of the FCT to network, interact and play games, an effective escape from the rigours of daily struggle aside the other activities to better the lives of the youths of our great country, Nigeria.
The English FA Community Shield match between Liverpool and Crystal Palace, which was eventually won by Crystal Palace on penalty shootout was attended by members of the National Assembly, youth stakeholders, the media and friends of the APC Youth Leader.
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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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