President of the Nigeria Arm Wrestling Federation, Engr. Samuel Olatunji Jackson, has described the official inauguration of the federation’s board by the National Sports Commission (NSC) as a historic milestone, declaring that authorities recognition has opened a brand new chapter for grassroots improvement and worldwide success.
Jackson, inaugurated alongside Secretary-General Ms. Dorathy Okpo Benard, expressed delight over the event, stressing that the popularity comes with higher duties and renewed willpower to popularise armwrestling nationwide.
“It is something of great joy that we finally have government backing. This is a major breakthrough for Nigerian armwrestling, but it also places enormous responsibility on us. Now that we have been officially inaugurated, we must get to work immediately,” Jackson said.
He disclosed that the federation would intensify efforts to determine a stronger presence throughout Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, specializing in grassroots expertise discovery, youth participation and sustainable improvement.
“Our priority is to make armwrestling attractive to every Nigerian. We must reach the grassroots, strengthen our state associations and create opportunities for young talents to embrace the sport,” he added.
Looking forward, Jackson revealed that Nigeria has already secured qualification for the African Games in Egypt, with one other alternative for added qualification anticipated in Madagascar in the course of the first quarter of subsequent yr.
“We have enough time to prepare properly. Our target is to win more gold medals than we achieved at the previous African Games. With early preparation, commitment and government support, Nigeria can achieve remarkable results,” he declared.
The federation president additionally counseled the National Sports Commission management, significantly Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, for strengthening sports activities administration and offering federations with a platform for progress.
Nigeria’s latest achievements at continental championships and para-armwrestling competitions have additional bolstered confidence within the sport’s medal-winning potential.
Jackson maintained that the federation’s new management would prioritise athlete welfare, technical improvement, sponsorship and worldwide publicity.
For Nigerian armwrestling, the inauguration represents greater than official recognition; it indicators the start of an bold journey in direction of higher continental dominance and world sporting excellence.
