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FEPSGA, LIFE WIRE OF PUBLIC SERVICE- ABDULRAHMAN.
FEPSGA, LIFE WIRE OF PUBLIC SERVICE- ABDULRAHMAN.
By: Our Reporter
The Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrasaq has confirmed that the Federation of Public Service Games ( FEPSGA) is the life wire of the Public Service in Nigeria.
The Gov who delivered a keynote address and thereafter declared the games officially open at the Ilorin Stadium today also said that this is the first time Kwara state is hosting since this annual games began in 1980.
He says the games brings together workers from various Ministries, Extra- Ministerial Depts and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federation of Public Service to partake in a series of games which offers a platform to strengthen unity, promote team spirit and excellent physical and mental health among Public Servants in Nigeria.
Speaking further, the Governor said the games also serves as an avenue to appraise officer’s contributions to Nation building, thereby planning for a sustainable future.
Meanwhile, the Head of Service of the Federation, Dr. Folasade Yemi -Esan, who is the Grand Patron of FEPSGA, represented by Mrs Titilayo Agbeyo, Director, Occupational Health Safety Environment, in the office of the Head of Service, appreciated the Governor and all dignitaries who were present, while assuring staff of government’s commitment to ensure that this annual games is held.
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The Perm. Sec, Interior. Dr. Shuaib Belgore who is also the Captain of the games performed the investiture on His Excellency, the Executive Gov. of Kwara State as Patron of FEPSGA.
The National President of FEPSGA, Comr. Aloku Amaebi earlier in his speech eulogies the people and Government of Kwara state who had hosted the National Youth Games of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development for five consecutive years, Amaebi said, Kwara was truly a peaceful and hospitable state who also meets the needs of the State Civil Servants, this singles the Governor out as one performing Chief Executive with whom the state Civil Servants are highly impressed with.
The colourful match past by the over ten thousand (10,000) participants from a good number of MDAs had the Ministry of Works and Housing taking the first position and winning the Gold Medal and a trophy, followed by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment occupying the second position with a Silver Medal and a trophy and the third position went to Team Ministry of Interior winning the Bronze Medal and a trophy.
FEPSGA, LIFE WIRE OF PUBLIC SERVICE- ABDULRAHMAN.
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Zuwaira Gambo Commemorates Youth-Led Football Tournament Advocating Peace
Zuwaira Gambo Commemorates Youth-Led Football Tournament Advocating Peace
… FC Yazuzu wins Borno Model Competition with a 3-0 victory
By: Our Reporter
The Hon. Commissioner for the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in Borno State, Hajjia Zuwaira Gambo, graced the grand finale of a youth-driven football tournament designed to promote peace and unity in the region. The event, a flagship of the Borno Model initiative, featured teams comprising repented insurgents and local youth, showcasing sports as a powerful tool for reconciliation and community building.
The final match saw FC YaZuzu, representing Hon. Zuwaira Gambo, clinch an emphatic 3-0 victory over FC Gen. Abdullahi Ishaq, which represented the Senior Special Adviser on Security to the Governor. The spirited competition and resounding cheers from spectators highlighted the community’s commitment to fostering harmony and rebuilding trust.
After presenting the championship trophy to FC YaZuzu, Hon. Gambo lauded the youth for their initiative and vision. She remarked, “This tournament transcends football; it symbolizes hope, unity, and a brighter future led by the youth of Borno. Your efforts are a testament to the resilience and potential within our communities.”
She extended gratitude to Gen. Abdullahi Ishaq for his pivotal support and emphasized how the event aligns with Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s vision for youth empowerment and sustainable social development.
The celebrations that followed the trophy presentation underscored the triumph of collective action and served as a poignant reminder of the transformative impact of youth-led initiatives in building a peaceful and unified Borno.
Zuwaira Gambo Commemorates Youth-Led Football Tournament Advocating Peace
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Nigeria did not Apologize to Libya over Super Eagles detention fiasco – Foreign Affairs Minister
Nigeria did not Apologize to Libya over Super Eagles detention fiasco – Foreign Affairs Minister
By: Michael Mike
The Nigerian government has said it at no time offer an apology to the Libya government over actions or inactions of the country’s national team during the fiasco of the detention of the Super Eagles at an airport in the North African country’s airport.
The Nigerian government made the clarification on Wednesday after it was reported in a Libyan media that it gave an apology.
A statement signed by Alkasim Abdulkadir,
the Special Assistant on Media and Communication Strategy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar read: “On October 15, 2024, the Libya Observer published an erroneous report to gain political leverage and cause disaffection amongst continental football administrators and fans.
“The publication by the Libya Observer, which misrepresents the phone correspondence between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and the East-based Government’s Foreign Minister, is a clear case of misinformation. The fact of the matter was that the CDA of the Government of National Unity was summoned to the Ministry to seek an immediate end to the unfortunate incident. However, not much diplomatic headway was made during the meeting with the Acting Charge of Affairs, Imad Mohammed Matooq Aboud, as they insisted that it was not under the jurisdiction of Tripoli, which they represented, but that of the Eastern Government in Benghazi.
This prompted the Minister to take immediate action by contacting the Foreign Minister of the Eastern Government, Abdelhadi Lahweej, to intervene and ensure that the detention ended. After that, the aircraft was given the necessary permits to fly, and aviation fuel was accessed.
Both Ministers agreed that the matter should be de-escalated immediately. Even when Lahweej insisted on rehashing the untruth about the treatment of Libyan players in Nigeria, Amb. Tuggar once again corrected the misinformation about the mistreatment of Libyan players during the Nigerian encounter. He did not apologise or regret the treatment of Libyan officials and players because the account was inaccurate.
“Lahweej proposed a joint statement, which the Ministry rejected because it erroneously misrepresented the facts of the incident. Above all, the federal government of Nigeria only shares a diplomatic relationship with the government of the National Accord and not with the Eastern government.”
The statement emphasized that: “Nigeria remains unequivocal in expressing its displeasure and disappointment with how the Nigerian Football Federation officials were treated in Libya. It calls on the Confederation of African Football to urgently ensure that its Disciplinary Board investigates the matter and imposes appropriate sanctions based on its statutes.”
Nigeria did not Apologize to Libya over Super Eagles detention fiasco – Foreign Affairs Minister
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Nigerian Government Says Super Eagles Was Placed in Detention
Nigerian Government Says Super Eagles Was Placed in Detention
By: Michael Mike
The Nigerian government has described the incident with the National team, the Super Eagles in Libya as a detention.
The government in a statement by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Eche Abu-Obe said it received with dismay the news of the unfortunate detention of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) officials and the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Al Abraq International Airport several hours after arriving ahead of Tuesday’s 2025 AFCON qualifier against Libya.
The statement said: “To resolve the incident, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, initiated a phone call to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Eastern Government, Dr. Abdulhadi Lahweej. This spawned a series of actions, culminating in steps taken to assuage the officials and reassure the players of their safety. Subsequently, the contingent departed for Nigeria.
“In ending the phone conversation, Amb. Tuggar commended the authorities’ actions in resolving the incident, and both Ministers appreciated the amicable resolution of the unfortunate situation in the spirit of African brotherhood.”
Nigerian Government Says Super Eagles Was Placed in Detention
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