​2022 NSF: FCT Contingents depart as Perm Sec urge Athletes to win Laurels

By Sunny Canto

​Incredible and memorable day it was for team FCT athletes, officials, staffs as Mr. Olushola Adesola, the Permanent Secretary, arrived the camp yesterday to boost the contingents morale.

The renown Sports administrator, who represented FCT Minister and that of State, motived the campers to go for the best at 21st National Sports Festival, billed for November 28th till December 10th in Delta State; Nigeria. 

Speaking, "I recall during high school days, becoming a source of inspiration to others through Sports. Also, highlighted that some person are breaking stones, others earning a living as some intend building cathedrals" he said.

According to him, "What is good for others is equally good for me, because we are completing; while he advice them to build future with todays preparation and determination" he told.

Meanwhile, captain of the athletes, Muritala Muhammed (Basketball) player, said everyone is energetic, in high spirit also, expressed optimism toward winning more accolades, medals and laurels; adding "We're immensely grateful to the management for feeding, paying and creating an avenue for us to showcase our talents.

However, acting (FCT) Director, Mr. Lucas Isifanius while receiving the Minister, applauded his sporting legacy that has kept them growing during his serving days at Federal Ministry of Youths and Sports Development; he add "we hosted our participants after Edo 2020 festival and of course will do the same once they return victorious from Asaba 2020" he assured. 

Aside from talent discovering, cultural integration, uniting the Nation, the biggest sporting fiesta, will feature 33 events as thousand of athletes are anticipating towards vying for medals and laurels. 

In summary, the host: Delta State, intend showcasing their rich cultural heritage, hospitable lifestyle, exhibiting UZOR, the mascot and entertaining everyone in the 12 days mouth-watering games. 

 

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