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Okpala Tanya : Honourable Minister of Sports Development wades in

Sports Minister Senator John Owan Enoh has reached out to the father of Okpala Tanya,Nigeria’s former tennis sensation whose video went viral recently revealing the lamentable state of the one time tennis champion. The minister contacted Tanya’s father who briefed him on her current condition and the genesis of her problem . He also confirmed to the Sports minister that the Nigerian Tennis Federation paid for Tanya’s first rehabilitation many years ago when her condition became public knowledge

HON. AGNES ATSU. THE COMMISSIONER OF SPORTS DEVELOPMENT ASSUMES OFFICE OFFICIALLY

The Commissioner of Sports Development, Hon. Agnes Atsu, has assumed duty as the 1st Female Commissioner of Sports for the State Sports Commission in Calabar. Hon. Agnes Atsu who expressed gratitude to God for making the day a success promised to help the ministry achieve its potential via engagement in active sports. She appealed for unity and togetherness to help foster growth and development and move the ministry forward, while stressing that her administration will operate an open door polic

Paris 2024:Sports Development Minister Apologises To Nigerians

The Olympic Games, Paris 2024,have ended, and I accept that our performance should have been a lot better. It obviously fell short of our objectives, expectations, and hopes of Nigerians. I must apologize to our compatriots and reflect on what went wrong while looking forward to the Paralympic Games, Paris 2024(August 28 - September 8th). When I assumed office as the Minister of Sports Development in August 2023, I was confronted with the task of executing four international competitions namely

#100DaysinOffice: Senator Enoh's Vision Propelling Nigeria's Grassroots Sports Development

In a bold stride toward reforming Nigeria's sports landscape, Senator Owan Enoh has proven his mettle and capability to handle the Ministry of Sports Development, a ministry that attracts the eyes and criticisms of millions of Nigerians, owing to their passion for sports. With 100 days passing since his appointment as Nigeria's Minister of Sports Development, Senator Enoh has taken the enormous responsibility with vigor, vision, and vitality. The subsector of grassroots development, is an area t

7 SIGNIFICANT ROLES OF THE MEDIA IN SPORTS DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

By Ettah Emmanuel O. ( NaijablaseTv) The media plays a pivotal role in the development of sports by promoting, popularizing, and supporting various aspects of the industry. Its influence extends to fostering participation, generating revenue, creating role models, and providing comprehensive coverage that engages and informs audiences. PROMOTING SPORTS: The media acts as a powerful platform for promoting and popularizing various sports. Through coverage and broadcasting of sporting events, they

CRS COMMISSIONER FOR SPORTS DEVELOPMENT CHARGES TINAPA SPORTS CLUB ON COLLABORATION

The Cross River State Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Agnes Atsu has charged members of Tinapa Sports Club, Calabar to creatively collaborate with her ministry and other stakeholders towards developing sports in Cross River State. She made the charge when the leadership of the Club paid a courtesy visit to her office at the U.J Esuene Stadium today, Tuesday 19th December. In her words "my ministry is open to all windows of partnership with like-minded individuals and organizations towa

Dr. Ademola Are Commends Minister of Sports Development for Visionary Initiatives for Nigerian sport

Says sports sector is on the brink of a transformative period The president of the Nigerian Rugby Football Federation, Dr. Demola Are has extended commendations to the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, for his strategic vision and pivotal contributions to the country's sports development. He stated that Nigeria's sports landscape is on the brink of a transformative period, under the leadership of Senator John Owan Enoh. With the Minister dusting up the 10-year fo

Sports Minister Advocates Enhanced Bilateral Partnership with Turkey for Sports Development

By Ettah Emmanuel O. The Honorable Minister of Sports Development Senator John Owan Enoh on Thursday canvased for improved areas of cooperation and collaboration between Nigeria and Turkey in the areas of sports promotion and development for the mutual benefit of both countries. Receiving Hidayet Bayraktar, the Turkish ambassador to Nigeria and Imdat Karakoc the Deputy Head of Mission in audience during a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja, the minister observed that Nigeria and Turkey have

Sports Minister Pushes For Development Of Polo In Nigeria , Meets Federation Leadership

Ministry to provide support and boost social inclusiveness of the sport The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated his vision for the development of polo in Nigeria, following his meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Polo Federation (NPF). In his bid to rejuvenate and reinvigorate sports in the country, he has continued to meet different sports federations to drive a common vision. He identified polo as a sport which receives more attention, support an

Sports Minister Signs Three Groundbreaking MoUs in Quest to Bolster Sports Development and Funding

Says the Renewed Hope Agenda offers best opportunity for sports development Driven by his undiluted resolve to boost sports development in line with the Renewed Hope mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh signed three Memoranda of Understanding, on Friday in Lagos. Senator Enoh announced that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed with GTI Asset Management and Trust Limited to relaunch the Challenge Cup as the Preside

Boosting Grassroots Development: Sports Minister Embraces Southampton-Powered Community Hub.

Says Ministry remains open to partnerships to create sustainable pathways for aspiring athletes The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has stated that the Ministry is dedicated to fostering grassroots development to guarantee the future of the sports in the country. He made the statement during the visit of the Southampton Powered Community Hub delegation to his office on Wednesday. The Hub is affiliated with Southampton FC of England. Senator Enoh emphasized the

Sports Minister Excited About Young Talents Emerging From National Youth Games

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has expressed his delight over the number of emerging talents being discovered at the ongoing National Youth Games, taking place in Asaba, Delta State. Senator Enoh stated that the Games is staying true to its purpose of providing a platform for young talents to be unearthed. He noted that talents are not in short supply in the country, what is needed is the platform for visibility. He stressed that the ministry is not oblivio

13th All Africa Games:Minister of Sports Development Charges Athletes to Conquer Africa

Says Nigeria is solidly behind them… The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh on Tuesday the 5th of March charged Nigeria’s contingent to the All Africa Games taking place in Ghana to conquer Africa. Addressing the athletes onboard the aircraft scheduled to take them to Ghana for the tournament shortly before takeoff at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja, the Minister assured them that the entire nation was solidly behind them. He further stated that alth

Minister of Sports Development Unveils W.A.I.F.A.R Agenda to Revitalize Sports Sector

In a dedicated effort to fortify and enhance the sports landscape in Nigeria, the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has revealed a comprehensive six-point agenda known as W.A.I.F.A.R to drive sports development in the nation. In a meeting with the Permanent Secretary and all directors of the Ministry to commemorate his 100 days in office, Enoh unveiled the strategic framework that will guide sports development from the new year. He said that the objective of the agenda is to

THE NEED FOR GRASSROOTS SPORTS DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Sports hold a unique position in society, transcending cultural, social, and economic boundaries. In Nigeria, a nation with a rich sporting heritage, the need for grassroots sports development is imperative. This essay explores the significance of grassroots sports development in Nigeria, highlighting its potential benefits for the nation's youth, physical well-being, and global sporting competitiveness. a. Nurturing Young Talent: One of the primary reasons for investing in grassroots sports dev

CROSS RIVER STATE SPORTS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC MEETING.

The State Commissioner for Sports Development and her team from the Ministry of Sports have organized a pivotal Strategic Partnership Meeting for sports development, in Cross River State, held at the Ministry for Finance in Calabar. In his welcome address, the Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Mike Odere underscored the historical significance of sports in Cross River State and emphasized the need for a transformation in service delivery across all MDAs to rejuvenate the state's sports sector. He u

Senator John Owan Enoh Honourable Minister of Sports Development. The Progress So Far

The progress so far. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's qualitative leadership was demonstrated in the demerger of sports from other sectors. For the first time in the nation, a Federal Ministry of Sports Development was established to explore the potential in the sports sector, potentials which will impact significantly on the nation's growth.Along the lines of creating employment opportunities, curbing insecurity , contributing to the Nations GDP etc Senator John Owan Enoh the Honourable Minister o

Sports Minister Tasks Senior Ministry Officials on Development Plan for Discovered Talents

_Says it cannot be business as usual_ Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, on Tuesday charged Heads of Department of the Ministry to come up with strategic plans that will define the growth path of talents discovered at the recently concluded National Youth Games in Asaba, the capital of Delta State. Senator Enoh who chaired an interactive meeting with senior officials of the ministry alongside Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry stated that such s

AFCON2023: MINISTER OF SPORTS DEVELOPMENT SENDS A HEARTFELT MESSAGE TO THE SUPER EAGLES OF NIGERIA

The Honorable Minister of Sports Development,Senator John Owan Enoh on Thursday the first of February sent a heartfelt message to the Super Eagles of Nigeria as a compatriot. The Nigerian National Team the Super Eagles is expected to play the National team of Angola , Palancas Negras today the second of February 2024 , in the Quarter Finals of the ongoing African Cup of Nations, Cote D’Ivoire 2023. Senator John Enoh’s succinct Letter congratulated the Eagles on their victory at the round of s

8 REASONS WHY SPORTS TOURISM IS A SIGNIFICANT AVENUE FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - Ettah Emmanuel O.

Sports tourism can stimulate economic development by generating revenue, creating jobs, promoting local culture, improving infrastructure, and attracting global attention to a destination, ultimately benefiting both the host region and the broader tourism industry. Team Cross River State Patronizing a local food vendor in Abi LGA, Cross River State on their way back from the National Youth Games Delta 2023 1.REVENUE GENERATION :Hosting sports events, tournaments, and competitions attracts specta