The Nigeria Mixed Martial Arts Federation, NMMAF has held a National Technical Workshop in conjuction with the Rivers State Sports Council to enlighten athletes, coaches and officials on the latest development in the Sport and in preparation for upcoming events.
The President of the Federation Ambassador Henry George speaking after the event said the workshop is in preparation for the upcoming National Championship and part of efforts to enlighten athletes.
“It is a national workshop, the essence of the workshop is to educate the coaches, athletes officials and refrees to educate them on the Sport of Mixed Martial Arts and prepare them for upcoming events such as African championship, National Championship and World championship that are coming up.
He also explained, “It is to keep athletes, officials ready and abreast with the latest development, it is totally for the developmental aspect of the Sport.”
The workshop which took place in Port Harcourt, Rivers State over the weekend was mainly held for developmental purposes of the Sport in the country and in line with the rules and laws of the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation, IMMAF.