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Senator Nwoko Reaffirms Commitment To Sports Development As He Plays Host To PFAN Delegation
Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the Distinguished Senator representing Delta North and Acting Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports, has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting programs and projects that enhance the development of sports in Nigeria.
Senator Nwoko made the pledge when he played host to the leadership of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN) during a courtesy visit at his Maitama residence on Friday.
Led by PFAN President Tijani Babangida, MON, the delegation sought the senator’s support in advancing the association’s key objectives, including the welfare of active football players and the sustained support of retired professionals.
During the visit, Senator Nwoko expressed his delight at hosting the PFAN executives, reaffirmed his commitment to supporting programs and projects that enhance the development of sports in Nigeria. He pledged to work closely with PFAN to ensure their objectives are achieved, stating the importance of player welfare and the broader growth of football as a unifying force in the country.
The PFAN leadership also expressed interest in partnering with Senator Nwoko’s Sports University, the first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, located in Idumuje-Ugboko, Delta State. The proposed partnership aims to nurture young football talents and provide robust educational opportunities for sports professionals.
Speaking on behalf of the association, Tijani Babangida noted the need for collaboration to strengthen the structures that support Nigerian footballers. He emphasized PFAN’s commitment to working with Senator Nwoko and other stakeholders to build a thriving ecosystem for sports development in the country.
The delegation comprised other prominent PFAN officials, including Clement Temile (1st Vice President), Edema Fuludu, MON (General Secretary), Magaji Boss (PFAN Commissioner, North West), Mustapha Mubdiyu (FCT Caretaker Committee Chairman), and Mrs. Rotimi Michael (FCT Caretaker Committee 1st Vice Chairman).
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