Sports
PH Ready For SWAN Full Council Meeting
Port Harcourt, the Rivers
State Capital is ready for the influx of the leadership of sports journalism in Nigeria as the umbrella body of Sports Journalists, Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, Swan get ready to storm the city for its 2015 National Full Council Meeting.
According to the chairman of the Local organizing committee, LOC for the event, Mr Honour Sirawoo, who is also chairman of Rivers SWAN, every arrangement has been put in place to ensure a peaceful and successful meeting of the association.
He said that the event scheduled to hold between the 25th and 28th of this month is the fulfillment of promise made to the National Executive Committee of the association by His Excellency Chief Nyesom Wike, the Executive Governor of Rivers State a few weeks ago when they paid him a courtesy visit.
Sirawoo noted that the development further underlines Chief Wikes administrations commitment towards Sports promotion and development, considering the huge amount of attention paid to the sector by his government within a short time in office.
He believes that his demonstrable interest is sports development will surely take the sector, tourism and recreation to the next level in the state.
Meanwhile, the Loc has within the week set up five sub-committees for efficient organisation of the Full Council meeting.
The National Executive Committee members and all chairman and secretaries of the states in the country victory FCT are expected to arrive on Tuesday next week, embark on visitations to different stakeholders on Wednesday and hold their meeting proper on Thursday at the main auditorium of Ernest Ikoli press centre, Moscow Road.
The opening ceremony is expected to be attended by several dignitaries including the state governor. Who is the Special Guest of Honour and the chairman, Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, His majesty, King Dandeson Douglas Jaja, JP, Jeki V, Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom, as the royal father of the day.
The National Division One and Division Two Volleyball Leagues organised by the Volleyball Federation of Nigeria and sponsored by Alex Otti has kicked off in Umuahia, Abia State.
The Championship features 34 teams from across the country, with about 22 States already participating in activities lined up for the ten-day event.
Addressing journalists at the Umuahia Stadium, the Referee Coach for the tournament and Vice Chairman Nigerian Volleyball Referees Association, Mohamed Mohamed, assured of fair officiating in the competition and advised the athletes to be more disciplined in the field of play, saying that volleyball is known to be a disciplined sport.
He also commended Governor Alex Otti for sponsoring the tournament for the second time.
“Last year, we were here, and we so appreciate the Abia State Government for sponsoring such a competition. The same thing happened this year too, we are here again.
The Coordinator, Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, has stated that the All Women 10km Race aims to connect through their communities, while creating empowerment opportunities.
The 10th edition with the theme: “One Run, a thousand Opportunities,” will come up on the November 8th, 2025, with the start point at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere and end at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Arena, Onikan.
This year’s edition of the Lagos Women Run marks a significant milestone, celebrating the program’s journey, the vibrant city of Lagos, and the incredible women who have been part of it since its inception.
It will focus more on empowering women, acknowledging their dedication, and ensuring the program’s sustainability by providing participants with opportunities they deserve.
Popoola added that the race has achieved remarkable success in making women happy and uncovering talents, serving as a platform for participants to train for bigger road races, which fosters a strong sense of community, allowing women of all ages to connect, network, and celebrate themselves.
The event’s non-discriminatory nature makes it a level playing ground, open to everyone regardless of social status, by promoting general well-being among women.
The Franco-Malian tactician made the bold declaration whilst speaking to Nigerian legend Segun Odegbami on 90 Minutes with Mathematical on Eagle7FM on Saturday, expressing gratitude to fans for their support.
“Thanks to the fans. Thanks to Nigeria. I am so happy that I have brought back the smiles on their faces,” Chelle said.
“We beat Benin because the fans pushed the players. I ask them this: They have to do this (for the playoffs)… I plan to do my best for Nigeria, and Inshallah, we will go to the FIFA World Cup.”
Chelle, who took charge of a struggling Nigerian side in January, has transformed the team’s fortunes after inheriting a squad on the brink of disaster. Nigeria were winless in their first four qualifiers, with three draws and one defeat threatening to derail another World Cup dream.
Under his leadership, the Super Eagles rallied to win four and draw two of their last six games, collecting 14 points from a possible 18. The highlight came earlier this month in Uyo, where Nigeria swept past Benin Republic 4-0 in a statement victory that reignited national belief.
However, the revival was not enough to seal automatic qualification. Nigeria finished among the four best runners-up in Africa and must now navigate a continental playoff in November for a spot in next March’s intercontinental tie.
The first challenge is a one-legged showdown with Gabon, with Cameroon or DR Congo potentially waiting beyond.
Chelle’s message to his players was uncompromising, saying, “Qualifying for the FIFA World Cup is not a war, but it is like a war… My players need to have a warrior state of mind… They have to be like sharks.”
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