“Those of you who have participated in international competitions since my coming on board in 2018 will attest to it that the ministry under my watch is not owing any athlete.” Nigeria Sport
The athletes have also been buoyed by the Federal Government, which has been splashing cash to winners in appreciation of their efforts.
In the 4x100m relays, it was mixed fortune for Nigeria as the women won the gold, while the men played second fiddle to Ghana.The women, led by Blessing Okagbare, ran 44.16 seconds to win ahead of South Africa and Kenya , while the men ran 38.59 seconds behind Ghana with South Africa coming third in 38.80 seconds.
For the men, Nigeria’s Chidi Okezie won the bronze medal with Botswana’s Scotch Leungo winning the gold ahead of South Africa’s Phora Thapelo .Yesterday witnessed a cash rain on the athletes and their officials when the Federal Government fulfilled its promise to reward outstanding performers in Morocco.
“As a Ministry, we shall continue to fulfill the commitment of government to each and every one of you in line with the approval of Mr. President.”
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