The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, has
inaugurated a seven-member electoral committee ahead of its forthcoming
Triennial Delegates Congress.
The committee was inaugurated on Thursday, May 14,
2026, during the SWAN Full Council Meeting, which had members of the National
Executive Committee and state chapter leaders in attendance.
At the meeting, the Council also approved a one-month
extension for the association’s Triennial Delegates Congress following an
appeal. With the extension, the congress is now expected to hold between July
and August 2026.
SWAN President, Isaiah Benjamin, inaugurated the
electoral committee and charged its members to conduct a credible, transparent,
free and fair election in accordance with the association’s statutes.
The committee is chaired by Hembadoon Orsar, while
Jacob Onjewu Dickson will serve as secretary.
Other members of the committee are Bisi Ogunleye, Bala
Bawaji, Chimezie Anaso, Emmanuel Akpan and Bushrat Yusuf.
Speaking on behalf of the committee, Orsar promised
that the panel would protect the integrity of SWAN and ensure that the election
process meets the association’s standards
The Council also commended members for their unity,
cooperation and continued commitment to the growth of the association.
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