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SYDA Urges Government to Enlist MTN and Multichoice Support for Nigerian Rugby Development
Joel Ajayi
Sport & Youths Development Academy (SYDA), the esteemed marketing partner of the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation, has fervently appealed to the federal government to actively engage and encourage major multinationals, such as MTN and Multichoice, in bolstering sports development initiatives across the nation.
This impassioned plea was articulated by Segun Maku, the Chief Executive Officer of SYDA, subsequent to a high-level meeting with the top echelons of management, including the CEO of Group Africa Marketing (the exclusive marketing agency for MTN in South Africa).
Maku underscored the significance of leveraging partnerships with renowned South African agencies, particularly given the preeminence of rugby in the sports landscape of South Africa.
During these engagements, Maku shed light on the substantial patronage that rugby enjoys from multinationals like MTN and Multichoice in South Africa. Drawing parallels to the strides made by the current board, led by Dr. Ademola Are, Maku lamented encountering obstacles in securing similar support for rugby in Nigeria.
Expressing optimism, he proposed that the government enact policies compelling these multinationals to invest in and
foster the growth of sports, with a special emphasis on rugby.
In his concluding remarks, Maku passionately urged for the establishment of a conducive policy framework that would incentivize and oblige multinationals to contribute significantly to the advancement of sports, thereby creating a conducive environment for the growth of rugby and other sporting disciplines in the country.
It is noteworthy that Nigeria currently occupies the 8th position in Africa, as per the latest rankings released by rugby Africa subsequent to the Olympic qualifiers held in Harare, Zimbabwe.
This ranking serves as a poignant reminder of the untapped potential awaiting recognition and support in Nigeria’s rugby landscape, further emphasizing the urgency of collaborative efforts between the government and corporate entities to propel the nation to greater heights in the realm of sports.
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FCT Outplays Edo to Grab Handball Bronze at Gateway Games
By Joel Ajayi
Team FCT bounced back from their narrow semi-final defeat to hosts Ogun State with an emphatic victory over Team Edo to secure the bronze medal in handball at the 2024 Gateway Games.
In the third-place match played on Tuesday at the Alake Sports Complex in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the resilient FCT side dominated proceedings and overpowered their Edo counterparts with a convincing 30–17 win.
Displaying determination and teamwork, Team FCT shook off the disappointment of missing out on the final and ended the tournament on a high, earning praise from spectators and officials alike for their spirited performance.
Speaking after the victory, FCT Handball Coach Ayo Joshua attributed the success to the team’s resilience and strong desire to win a medal.
“We planned for gold but, unfortunately, we couldn’t achieve that. However, we are happy that we didn’t leave Ogun State empty-handed—we were able to secure the bronze medal,” he said.
“We have the best team, skillful players who follow instructions, and by the grace of God, come the next festival in Enugu, FCT Handball will come out even stronger.”
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