Governor AbdulRazaq Praises Kwara Senior Squash Champions for Remarkable Achievements
The Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, on Tuesday hosted Kwara-born African Senior Squash Champions at the Government House in Ilorin to celebrate their remarkable achievements at the just-concluded African Squash Games in Namibia, as reported by The Informant247.
The champions, Issac Blessing, AbdulAzeez Rofiat, and Khadijat Abdulraheem, were accompanied by key figures who have supported their journey to success, including the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Bolakale Adisa Mogaji; the Director of Sports, Mallam Ibrahim Oladele Bako; President of the Kwara Development Group, Olaide Ahli; the Chief Coach of Squash, Coach Isiaka Mogaji; and Assistant Coach, Balikis Mogaji.
Governor AbdulRazaq, in his address, expressed his pride in the athletes, noting that their achievements are a testament to Kwara's growing status as a hub for sports excellence.
“The success of these champions reflects the hard work and dedication of not only the athletes but also their coaches and supporters. It also demonstrates the potential of our youth when given the right opportunities and environment,” he said.
The governor reiterated his administration's commitment to sports development, emphasizing ongoing investments in infrastructure and grassroots programs to nurture young talents across various sports disciplines.
Mallam Bolakale Adisa Mogaji, Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, praised the governor's unwavering support, which he said has been instrumental in the athletes' success. He highlighted the recent upgrades to sports facilities in the state and commended the collaboration between stakeholders in driving sports development.
The athletes expressed their gratitude to Governor AbdulRazaq, the Sports Commission, and their coaches for the unwavering support they have received. They also called for sustained investments in sports to ensure that Kwara State continues to produce champions on the international stage.
Other stakeholders at the meeting also lauded the governor's efforts in prioritizing sports development and pledged their continued commitment to supporting young athletes in the state.
The courtesy visit concluded with the champions displaying their medals, as the governor reaffirmed his commitment to deepening investments in sports and providing more opportunities for Kwaran youths to excel globally.
Cloud Tag: What's trending
Click on a word/phrase to read more about it.
Durosinlohun Atiku Bilikis Oladimeji Eleyele Adama Isa Ayo Salami UNILORIN Alumni Danladi Ahmed Shuaib Buranga Baaziki Sulaiman Magaji Nda Alaaya Ganiyu Taofiq Abatemi Usman Muhammad-Mustapha Suleiman Bilikisu Oniyangi CCEPE Ibrahim Labaika Share-Tsaragi Shuaib Olarongbe Pategi Jani Ibrahim Isaac Gbenle Just Law Forum Yoonus Lawal School Of Nursing Firdaos Amasa Ita-Ore Ilorin Muslim Community Akorede Oluwarotimi Boluwatife Adenike Senior Ibrahim Suleiman BIR Kwara University Of Education Oniye Ilorin East/South Federal Constituency Umar Ahmed Gunu Niyi Ogundiran Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia Rotimi Atere Saka Onimago Kpotum Mohammed Baba Kayode Issa Isiaq Khadeejah Kayode Oyin Zubair Shehu Salau NITDA New Model Police Station Alliance For Democracy Kwha.gov.ng Olupako PAACO-PCL Consortium Muhammed Abdullahi Lateef Ademola Olatunji Bolakale Kawu Agaka Rice Farmers Association Of Nigeria Kola Shittu Muhammed Taofeeq Abdulrazaq Nigeria Governors\' Forum Chikanda Oladimeji Thompson Oniwasi Agbaye Bolakale Kawu Haliru Yahaya Hamidu Olowo Kwara North Ilesha-Baruba-Gwanara Ilorin Durbar General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport Ilorin Olaitan Adefila Abdulhakeem Adelaja Amao Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission Taofeek Sanusi Roheemat Hammed Ibrahim Bio Ridwan Agboola Kwara 2023 Ayoade Akinnibosun

