It is said the future of the world belongs to the youth and it is from the youth and not from the old that the fire of life will warm and enlighten the world. This indisputable statement has found expression in the intriguing story of Nigeria’s fast rising queen of the track, Imaobong Nse Uko. […]
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Babajide Sanwo-Olu
The leadership of the Lagos State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria has commended the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. BabajideSanwo-Olu, over his continued support for sports and quality leadership.
Lagos SWAN Executive Committee, under the leadership of DeboOshundun, applauded the latest announcement which saw the official hand over of a 3-bedroom flat at the Babatunde Raji Fashola Housing Estate, Iponri, to the First Olympic Gold Medalist in Nigeria and in Africa, ChiomaAjunwa-Okpara (MON), in fulfilment of a 25-year-old pledge by the then Governor, OlagunsoyeOyinlola.
The gesture, according to the association, will not only encourage others to strive for greatness, but is also a testimony of the labours of our heroes not being in vain.
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Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa (2nd left) with the state’s contingent during the opening ceremony of the Edo 2020
National Sports Festival in Benin City.on Tuesday
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Popular Nigeria musician, Timi Dakolo, got the 2020 Edo National Sports Festival under way with the opening ceremony in Benin City on Tuesday. Dakolo performed a series of his hits, with his hit track ‘One Nation’ the standout of the show.
The beautiful Ogbemudia Stadium was a delight to behold with beautiful images adorning everywhere. The official mascot of the Edo 2020 is Erin, which in Edo language, means ‘strength.’
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