Minister Defends Pre-Olympic Camping In Germany

Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has yet again defended the choice of  Germany  as the pre-Paris  2024 Olympic camp for Team Nigeria,  adding the city of Saarbrucken has climatic similarities with what is expected in Paris coupled  with its proximity to the French capital.
He further noted  that  the foreign leg of camping was to help fine-tune technical preparations as well as mental  and physical preparations of the athletes  for the rigours of Games.
“The choice of Saarbrucken is strategic,”  Senator Enoh was quoted in a release  authored by his special assistant media, Diana-Mary Nsan. “The city’s climate is similar to what our athletes will experience in Paris, and its proximity to the French capital allows for an easy transition. We believe this will give our athletes the best possible preparation.”
He expressed strong belief in Nigeria’s contingent and their ability to deliver podium performances against the rest of the world.
“Our athletes are training hard and are focused on achieving podium performances. We have high expectations, and I am confident that Team Nigeria will make the nation proud,” Enoh emphasized. “Local camping is also in full swing for our Paralympic team, ensuring they are equally well-prepared.”
Currently, basketball, boxing, table tennis, badminton, wrestling, weightlifting, and canoeing teams are in Saarbrucken.
The contingent has been sweating it out in the German city for about 10 days and will complete its two-week training tour before jetting out to Paris for the Games.
“Our athletes have shown tremendous dedication and resilience. Their hard work and the support from the government and Federations give me confidence that we will see excellent results,” He added.