Commissioner Canvasses Support For Sports To Boost Economy

Kwara State Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development,
Anthony Towoju has urged governments at all levels to adequately supports
development, in order to boost the nation’s economy.

Towoju, who made the appeal in Ilorin yesterday during an
interview with newsmen, said the country had the potential to attract foreign
revenue through sports.

He, therefore, urged all governments in the country to
encourage the youth to engage in sports, as a way of enhancing revenue
generation nationwide.

Towoju noted that there were several talents at the
grassroots which needed to be harnessed and groomed for international
competitions.

The commissioner also expressed concern that Nigeria did not
take sports development serious, saying that it was responsible for the
country’s woeful performances in international competitions.

On the dismal outing at the just-concluded London 2012
Olympics Games, he identified inadequate preparation, lack of motivation,
exposure and facilities as factors that were responsible.

He enjoined Nigerians to be patient with the Federal
Government in its efforts to overhaul the sports sector, for enhanced
performances.