The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, has on behalf of the FCT Administration received the 2022 Torch for the
“It showcases the light of spirit, knowledge, and life; and by passing it from state to state or from person to person, it expresses the handing down of the fire of unity, sportsmanship, fair play, and friendship from one generation to the next,” she said.The minister charged all participants to use the sports festival to promote the message of peace and unity especially as the nation approaches another general election.
“We must pass it from our generation to the next generation after us. We must remain united, tolerate one another despite our differences, make friends across all divides, and create room for the survival of the next citizen across the street. That is the essence of this day’s event,” she said.She further expressed the confidence that the FCT contingents would return home with laurels, praying that the various athletes would gain global recognition.