Sports
Wike Set To Reward Athletes 2022 National Sports Festival
In his usual way not allow hardwork and sacrifice go down in vain, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has approved the reward of athletes who have done FCT proud during the 2022 National Sports Festival.
It will be recalled that the past administration could not honour the due to reason best known to them, but after a prolonged delay from the past administration, the present administration under the able leadership of the FCT Minister, Wike has graciously agreed to reward the athletes for their effort.
In a statement issued by the Director of Sports FCT department Mr Luka Istifanus revealed that, FCT Minister in his magnanimity has said that rewarding athletes is what they deserve as they have worked hard to represent the FCT.
“FCT in 2022 hit a milestone like never before when they emerged 9th position which has never been done by the FCT team in the past National Sports Festivals.
“Athletes are elated to have a sports loving Minister like his Excellency Nyesom Ezenwo Wike who rewards hardwork and excellence.
“We have enjoyed good attention from the Minister since he assumed office,he understands that Sports is a key factor in the FCT and the country,he is always concerned about the welfare of the athletes that is why he approved this reward for them to keep representing the FCT with a winning mentality.”
He also highlighted that the FCT is preparing really well for the 2024 Gateway Games taking place in Ogun state in January 2025.
However, the award ceremony is scheduled for sometime in December 2024.
On the other hand, athletes has also appealed to the People’s Minister, to extend the gesture accorded to the senior elite athletes of the National Sports Festival to the U-15 as well that represented the FCT at the National Youth Games in 2023 and 2024 as they came 7th and 9th on the table respectively.
Sports
Lagos Women Run: Excitement Builds Ahead of Saturday’s TBS Race
Joel Ajayi
Participants from different walks of life are eagerly looking forward to the Lagos Women Run scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.
The participants have expressed excitement about the opportunities and experiences the annual event promises to offer.
Our correspondent reports that, in addition to runners from within Lagos and other parts of Nigeria, some athletes are expected to travel from outside the country to participate in the race.
The organisers are already making preparations for the large number of registered participants, while the possibility of accepting late entries will depend on the timing and other arrangements.
The Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, said participants should expect an improved experience compared with previous editions.
“We have to continue to get better, as that is the driving force for us as organisers. We will be bigger and better with every edition,” Popoola said.
The 2026 Lagos Women Run will hold on Saturday, November 14, with Tafawa Balewa Square serving as the starting point.
Participants are expected to arrive at the venue by 6:30 a.m. for the event.
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