President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed concern over decreases given the country’s lengthy history of sporting success and the potential of its large youthful population.
Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister for Sports and Social Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, at the official opening ceremony of the 8th National Youth Games holding at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State, saying athlete development is not just about sports performance, but it is also about developing social and ethical skills.
Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister for Sports and Social Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, at the official opening ceremony of the 8th National Youth Games holding at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State, saying athlete development is not just about sports performance, but it is also about developing social and ethical skills.“As I observed last year, the National Youth Games has proven to be a cost-effective and reliable tool to promote national unity and advance development and peace agendas of both the national and sub-national governments.
“It is equally imperative that states give priority attention to school sports programmes. There should be compulsory inter-house sports competitions in primary and secondary schools as well as the consolidation of school sports festivals.
“It is our joy and pride to host this event for the second year in a row. Delta State, as you know, is synonymous with sports in Nigeria.
“We are happy to continue to provide the space and opportunities for the nation’s youths to showcase their talents and ensure that there is a standard program for athletes’ progression in the