SWAN FCT Election: NUJ Suspended Ndubueze Chidoka For Insubordination,

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4 years ago

June 23, 2021

The Nigeria union of Journalists (FCT chapter) have suspended factional chairman of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, FCT Chapter, Mr Ndubueze Chidoka from its Executive Committee.

The suspension from his seat followed investigation which revealed that he breached election protocols during the June 4th Election.

The NUJ board suspended Chidoka with immediate effect as the representative of sports writers association body in FCT.

Mr Chidoka, it could be recalled was purportedly reflected as a factional SWAN FCT Chairman in a kangaroo election on June 4, 2021 held at a hotel in Katanmpe (Abuja).

Chidoka and his adherent went in violation of NUJ rules and refused to participate in the election conducted at the FCT NUJ Secretariat, Abuja.

In the election conducted, Comrade Bunmi Haruna was elected new SWAN Chairman for the next three years.

“NUJ FCT Chapter acknowledge that, following an investigation, there was a breach of election guidelines during the just concluded FCT election by the former FCT SWAN chairman,” NUJ statement read.

“The NUJ have suspended Mr Chidoka with immediate effect.”

Comrade Bunmi Haruna who won the FCT SWAN election will now replace the embattled former FCT SWAN chairman on the Nuj Executive Committee seat in the FCT.

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NSC Hails Nigerian Badminton Team as Eniola Bolaji Strikes Gold, Men’s Doubles Team Secures Bronze in Spanish International Tourney

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52 mins ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigerian contingent at the 2025 Spanish Parabadminton International, after another impressive outing that saw the team secure a gold and a bronze medal in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday.

Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji continued her dominance, winning her second gold medal in two weeks with a commanding 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) victory over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in the women’s SL3 final. Bolaji had won gold a week earlier at the Spanish International in Victoria, Spain.

In the men’s SL4 doubles event, Nnana Jeremiah and Eze Chukwuebuka delivered a strong performance, battling their way to a well-deserved bronze medal.

NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, commended the athletes for making Nigeria proud and praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, led by Francis Orbih, for ensuring the team’s optimal performance on the international stage.

“These athletes have once again showcased the resilience and talent that define Nigerian sports. Their success is a lucid indication of their hard work and the strategic leadership we demand from the Badminton Federation and other sports federations. We are proud of them and remain committed to supporting their journey to greater heights,” Dikko said.

Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, emphasized that the achievements align with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of strengthening grassroots sports while ensuring Nigeria competes favorably on the global stage.

“As part of our mandate under President Tinubu’s administration, we are committed to developing talent from the grassroots and supporting our elite athletes to bring home international laurels. The NSC will continue to back the strategic vision of sports federations as we work towards building a strong and sustainable sports ecosystem,” Olopade stated.

Since the National Sports Commission leadership took office, Nigerian contingents have continued to impress internationally including international successes in cricket and basketball recorded thus far. The NSC leadership stated that no stone will be left unturned until Nigerian sports reaches its full potentials.

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