By Andrew Abah, Abuja
Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh has assured that all sports under his watch will be given equal attention as he welcomed Nigeria’s contingent that participated at the Gymstars International Championship in Malta.
The team of young gymnasts represented Nigeria in the 15-nation championship. The Nigerian TIG team of seven young gymnasts, led by Coach Tony Asuquo clinched 23 medals in total, in Cottonera, Malta.
Addressing the team, the Minister congratulated the contingent on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for making Nigeria proud.
He also thanked the TIG Gymnastics club for the promotion of gymnastics in Nigeria, urging them to stay true to their mission.
“On behalf of His Excellency, the President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I congratulate you all for the enormous feat. I regard this as very tremendous efforts,” Enoh said. “Your private efforts have benefited our country a great deal. It’s amazing what you all have done in far away Malta.”
“I am here to encourage the efforts you’re making as youngsters at the early age. We will ensure that no sports suffers neglect, as our attention will be spread across all sports, with special attention for the grassroots.” READ ALSO:
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“While education is important, we also want to help budding stars grow their talents and fulfil their potentials. We want kids to grow up knowing that, even as a gymnast, they can get to the world stage and do great things. As minister of sports, I will remain very interested and committed to the growth of our youngsters.”
