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SWAN felicitates Sports Journalists, others on Nigeria's 63rd Independence Day

Press Release ...thumps up Agu-Ejidike for rewarding NYG athletes As Nigeria marks 63rd Independence Anniversary, President of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, has called on members to remain hopeful and committed in the service to the fatherland through professional discharge of duties. In a statement on Sunday October 1, 2023, signed by SWAN Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, Mr. Benjamin said as members of Fourth Estate of the Realm, Sports Writers have

CRS SPORTS COMMISSIONER REINVIGORATES SPORTS.

By: Blessing Bassey The Cross River State Sports Commissioner for Sports Development has taken a commendable step towards rejuvenating sports in the state by officially inaugurating the Pelicans and Rovers Football Club Committee, in Calabar. Hon. Agnes Atsu said the development represents a concerted effort to rectify the decline in the state's sporting reputation and to underline the vital role of sports in our everyday lives, hence focusing on these historic football clubs, it aims to not onl

Sen. Prince Otu's 100 Days in Office: Hon. Agnes Atsu Presents Laurels Won by Athletes"

Presentation of Laurels won within His Excellency, Sen. Prince Basset Otu"s 100days in Office, by Athletes in Cross River State Ministry of Sports Development. His Excellenc's passion and resolve to reinvigorate Sports in Cross River State is yielding results already. The Athletes are in high spirit because of the passion of His Excellency. They assured me that the lost glory would return. We are making efforts to address their Welfare conditions, which was very low before His Excellency mounted

SPORTS COMMISSIONER INAUGURATES REVENUE REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Sports Commissioner, Hon Agnes Atsu, has taken a significant step toward revitalizing the sports sector by inaugurating a Revenue Review Committee. She said the committee's primary purpose is to comprehensively assess, review, and re-develop various aspects of the sports industry, as their aim is not only to enhance the overall quality of sports in the region but also to explore income-generating opportunities. The Commissioner said the move signifies a commitment to bolstering the financial

VALENTINE OZIGBO CELEBRATES NEW YAM FESTIVAL WITH NDI ORAUKWU

Valentine Ozigbo, a prominent leader of the Labour Party and a 2021 Anambra Gubernatorial Candidate, was in Oraukwu in Idemili North LGA of Anambra on Saturday, September 9, 2023, to celebrate the New Yam Festival of the people of Oraukwu Kingdom. While speaking to journalists at the ceremony, Mr Ozigbo expressed his delight at being a part of the festivities, describing the Oraukwu New Yam Festival as not only "a time-honoured tradition but also a symbol of unity among the people of Oraukwu and

Sports Minister to Begin Assessment Meetings with All Sports Federations on Tuesday

_Says room will be given for crises to be settled in national interest_ Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh will commence engagements with all sports federations in the country on Tuesday, as he continues to holistically assess the state of affairs of all federations. The efforts are part of a series of strategies the minister is employing to reposition sports in the country. He stated that part of the process will involve the withdrawal of all sports cases in court, to give r

CYP INTERNATIONAL PEACE CONFERENCE coming up in OCTOBER

Int’l Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Commends Nigeria's Mission on Anthem, Endorsed for Global Use

IHRC Commends Nigeria's Mission on Anthem, Endorsed for Global Use The Transnational Intergovernmental Organization - International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has commended its Mission in Nigeria led by the Ambassador at Large and Head of Diplomatic Mission, H.E. Ambassador (Dr.) Duru Hezekiah on his innovative insight in introducing the IHRC Anthem to the organization. The Secretary-General Prof Rafal Marcin Wasik in a statement made on Tuesday through the Organization's Editor-in-Chief Fid

SUPER EAGLES SUPPORTERS CLUB DECORATES AGNES ATSU AS PATRON

The Commissioner for Sport Development, Hon Agnes Atsu has expressed her delight to members of Super Eagles Supporters Club over their visit to the Ministry of Sports Development, she described the visit as important and critical, and assured the members of the supporters club of her commitment to their vision and missionas it is inline with her goal of advancing sports especially football. She said the place of sports in human development cannot be over emphasized especially as it relates to

RT. HON. HILARY BISONG DEDICATES NEWBORN TWINS TO GOD.

It is indeed a season of Thanksgiving to God for his wonderful deeds, as the family of *Rt. Hon. Hilary Ekpang Bisong* , Member Boki II State Constituency, Cross River House of Assembly, on 1st September dedicated their newborn set of twins, a bouncing baby boy and girl, to God. While expressing their Joy during the celebration, the obviously elated couples said God has blessed the family unceasingly. They announced that no miracle is greater than waiting on the Lord for many years in expectatio

Team Cross River Resume Camping For The Forthcoming National Youth Games Delta 2023

Team Cross River State preparing for the National Youth Games coming up in Delta on the 7th day of September 2023 resumed camping on the 28th day of August 2023 at the U. J. Esuene Sports Stadium. For the past 10 years, athletes of the state for National games do not have the opportunity to be invited to camp for effective preparation which always hindered the success of the team at any National sporting event. With the newly sworn in Commissioner of Sports Development Hon. Agnes Atsu on her r

Calabar Fitness Festival Coming on 2nd September 2023 @ Calabar Stadium- ETTAH EMMANUEL O.

His Excellency Mr. Valentine Ozigbo Celebrate His Beloved Anambra State @ 32

Dear Ndi Anambra, As we mark the 32nd anniversary of our great state, it is with immense pride and gratitude that I reflect on the journey that has led us here. Anambra State, indeed, the 'Light of the Nation,' lives up to its name thanks to the contributions, sacrifices, and indomitable spirit of Ndi Anambra. I salute the great sons and daughters of Anambra, those who have brought honour to our land through various sectors, including business, education, healthcare, governance, sports, entertai

Minister of Humanitarian Affairs ( Dr Betta Edu to Deploy GPS in Palliative distributions.

PUBLISHED BY : ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, has vowed to deploy technology such as GPS, in distributing fuel subsidy palliatives and other poverty alleviation items to Nigerians across the country. The minister, who disclosed this during an interview with ARISE NEWS on Wednesday, said the present administration would involve the private sector and development partners in eradicating poverty in the country. She said: “As it concerns the pa

Amb.Elajoe CEO Dark Cypha Ent. Partner@ AfroFutureTech Will Be Speaking @ BAO Meta Conference 2023

The inaugural *Business Africa Online®️* - * _BAO (META) Conference_ *, an immersive marquee conference for the media, entertainment, tech and art community which is scheduled to take place at *The Wheatbaker Hotel®️ Ikoyi* on *August 24, 2023* . *BAO (META) Conference®️* will welcome over 300 of the most respected and impactful business executives, practitioners in technology, media, entertainment, and art to discuss Winning at the Intersection of Creativity, Tech and Capital at this 1-day even

NNL Media Release: NNL boss, Aluo visits NPFL strategic partners, GTI

ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Chairman of the nation’s second- tier league the Nigeria National League (NNL), Mr George Aluo on Monday paid a courtesy call to the Group Managing Director (GMD) of GTI Abubakar Lawal. GTI, an Investment Banking outfit, it would be noted, are the strategic partners of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). According to NNL media, the visit is one of the moves being made by the new NNL chairman to reach out to corporate bodies and other stakeholders in a bid to reposi

Nigeria 400m Duo fail to Advance to next round @ World Athletics Championship 2023

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. In the World Athletics Championship (WCH) qualifiers, Nigerian athletes Dubem Nwachukwu and Imaobong Nse Uko both secured 6th place finishes in their respective events, the Men's and Women's 400m. Unfortunately, their times were not sufficient to progress to the next round. Imaobong Nse Uko finished with a time of 52.24s in the women's 400m, and Dubem Nwachukwu recorded a time of 45.60s in the men's 400m. Despite their efforts, the focus remains on other Nigerian athletes ai

I Will Build a Church For God For His Blessings Upon Me And My Family - Rt. Hon. Hilary Bisong

* _•DONATES MILLIONS FOR THE BUILDING OF CHURCH_ * *•Host Creme de la Creme Cross River Gov, NASS Members and other dignitaries to a sumptuous Boki New Yam festival* By *Mark Eneng* Chief Whip of the Cross River House of Assembly and Member Representing Boki 2 State Constituency, *Rt Hon Hilary Ekpang Bisong* , has said that the best form of appreciation to God, is building a house for him, which is the Church. He made the declaration at the Thanksgiving Mass commemorating the Boki New Yam festi

NEW YOUTH AND SPORTS' COMMISSIONER, HON. ANGO, RESUMES, PROMISES TO WORK FOR PROGRESS OF THE STATE

The newly-appointed Nasarawa State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Jafaru Ango(Marafan Yakanaje Uke), resumed at his duty post on Wednesday morning, with a promise to work assiduously to ensure that the State attains higher heights in youth and sports development. The Commissioner who arrived the Ministry a few minutes past 8am, was received by the Permanent Secretary, Chief Barr. Isaac Danladi, alongside Directors of the Ministry. The Management Members expressed their desir