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President Bola Tinubu has described sports as a powerful tool for youth development and economic growth of a nation.
Tinubu said this while declaring open the maiden edition of the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) holding in Uyo on Wednesday.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Sports festival is organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in commemoration of its 25 anniversary.
The President, represented by the Chairman, National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, said the NDDC has reinforced its commitment to harnessing sports as a vehicle for empowerment and sustainable development.
“I commend the NDDC for their foresight in supporting this event.
“Sports is not just about competition, they are powerful tool for youth development, community engagement and economic growth.
“By investing in event of this magnitude, NDDC has reinforced its commitment to harness sports as a vehicle for empowerment,…
Source: News Agency of Nigeria
