By Ismaila Jimoh, Abuja
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barr. Nyesom Wike has told athletes representing the nation’s capital in the forthcoming 22nd National Sports Festival billed to take place in Ogun State to ensure they come back with laurels.
Wike stated this in Abuja while receiving the torch of unity, preparatory to the commencement of the festival, exoected to take place in Abeokuta from May 16 to 30th.
He charged the athletes to brace up and return with laurels as he was expecting outstanding performance from them.
The minister who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Chidi Amadi said: “ The National Sports Festival brings all states together in peace, unity and understanding. I charge you to go there with determination and ensure that you excel. Go out there and come back with results.
” You know your minister is a man of accomplishments, you must also accomplish your tasks and make us proud,” he charged.
Members of the National Sports Commission who brought in the torch were ushered in by Comrade Ango Abdullahi, FCT Mandate Secretary for Youth and Sports Development.
The FCT Troupe accompanied the torch with pomp as they danced in various Nigerian traditional costumes depicting Nigerian tribes.
