SWAN President leads other national officers to inspect convention venue, appreciates Delta government

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By Usman Shehu in Asaba

The National President of Sports Writers Association (SWAN), Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, on Monday led other National Executive Committee (NEC) members to inspect the venue meant for SWAN National Convention.

A press release made available to sports journalists in Asaba by the Secretary General of the Association, Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo,said the Convention is slated for Tuesday September 17, 2024, inside the VIP Lounge, Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba by 2 pm.

According to the release, shortly after inspecting the venue, the SWAN President expressed appreciation to Delta State Government for the organisation of the ongoing National Youth Games (NYG).

President Benjamin said the SWAN Convention will take a deep look into the various activities of the 2024 NYG and come up with far-reaching recommendations.

“The venue for SWAN Convention is very much in good condition. Our aim is to ensure that sports development remains alive. The NYG presents opportunity for young sporting talents to be discovered for future exploits.

“At this level, the issue of desperation to win at all cost shouldn’t be the focus,” he said.

Earlier, the SWAN President had addressed the sporting media covering NYG inside the media centre at the stadium, where he told sports journalists to remain professional in their conduct at all times.

Among NEC members who joined both at the inspection and media briefing were the SWAN Southwest Vice President, Mr. Ayodeji Ogunsakin, Southeast Vice President, Mr. Ikemefuna Asika, Northeast Vice President, Mr. Ahmed Kagana Amshi, Northwest Vice President, Mr. Kabiru Idris, National Treasurer, Amusan Olufemi, National Welfare Secretary, Mr. Augustine Ajayi, three National Ex-Officio – Alhaji Idris Malikwa Garu, Alhaji Usman Abbas Shehu and Mr. Abiodun Ogundipe.