The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has expressed its support for the inaugural South West Athletics Conference, set to commence on Thursday, July 4 to 5 in Abeokuta, the state capital.
AFN President Tonobok Okowa commended the region’s leadership for initiating this conference and encouraged other regions to follow suit. To facilitate the event’s smooth organization, the AFN has donated N1 million to the Organizing Committee.
Enefiok Udo-Obong, Secretary of the Organizing Committee, highlighted the conference’s objectives. One key aim is to elevate athletics activities in the South West region. Recognizing the region’s historical success in producing national athletes, the conference aims to rejuvenate talent development.
Over the past three years, the South West zone has been a hub for athletics competitions in Nigeria.
The conference seeks to create a program that fosters enthusiasm for athletics and nurtures local talent.
Experts in sports and athletics will collaborate to devise strategies for harnessing the abundant potential in the region.
Through this conference, a blueprint for athletic development will emerge, accelerating progress in the South West.
All stakeholders are invited to participate in the brain-storming sessions during the two-day event, hosted by the Ogun State Athletics Association under Chief Gbenga Abijo’s leadership.
