The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Barrister Nyesom Wike, will host a special reception on Thursday, January 16, 2025, to honour athletes who have recently achieved remarkable success while representing the FCT in various national sports competitions.
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In a statement released by the FCT Sports Department, the event aims to celebrate the athletes’ outstanding performances at the 2022 National Sports Festival and the 7th and 8th National Youth Games.
These competitions showcased the talents and dedication of FCT athletes, particularly the badminton team, whose historic performance at the National Youth Games earned widespread recognition.
The decision to host this reception reflects Minister Wike’s commitment to appreciating the sacrifices, patriotism, and determination demonstrated by the athletes, whose efforts have brought positive recognition to the FCT.
As part of his administration’s focus under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, Minister Wike has reiterated his dedication to sports development as a tool for youth engagement, talent discovery, and empowerment.
He aims to create an enabling environment for sports to thrive in the Federal Capital Territory, inspiring more young talents to excel.
This celebratory event underscores the FCT Administration’s recognition of the vital role sports play in fostering unity, growth, and progress within the region.
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