Cross River Swan lauds Gov Otu over ongoing facelift in Sports sector

By: Our Reporter, Calabar 


Members of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, (SWAN) Cross River State chapter have lauded the efforts of the state governor, His Excellency, Senator Bassey Otu in repositioning the state for sporting glory.

The Chairman of the SWAN Election Committee, Comrade Isoni Isoni made the commendation during a visit to the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Nsa Gill in Calabar.

Isoni noted that the impact of the Otu administration in revitalizing the sports sector was noticeable in the systematic support provided for state athletes to participate in various national and international sports events.

He also lauded Otu for facilitating the upgrade of facilities at the Calabar Golf Club, which will enable the Club meet international standards.

He said the Association was confident that within the shortest possible time, the State will regain its lost glory in sports.

He expressed appreciation to the Governor for increasing the monthly subvention to the Rovers of Calabar, saying “this will motivate the Team for better performance”.

The SWANECO Chairman informed the Chief Press Secretary of the forthcoming SWAN Delegates’ Conference in the State which will feature the election of a new Executive Council for the State Chapter of the Association.

Earlier, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Nsa Gill, in his response, expressed delight over the visit, assuring that he was prepared to give the necessary support for a successful Delegates Conference.

Gill advised members of SWAN in the State to ensure that they comport themselves in a matured manner and elect a new Executive Council that will move the Association to the next level.
He thanked the Association for the words of encouragement for the Governor, assuring that the Governor will do more for sports in the State. 

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