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.
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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