In a deliberate move to fortify and enhance the sports landscape in Nigeria, sports development minister, Senator John Owan Enoh has revealed a six-points agenda known as ‘W.A.I.F.A.R’ to drive Nigeria’s sports development.
The minister unveiled his six-points agenda while meeting with the permanent secretary and all directors of the Ministry to commemorate his 100 days in office, saying the strategic framework will guide sports development from the next year.
According to him, the objective of the agenda is to rejuvenate and restore sports to its lost glory, consolidating its significance within Nigeria’s cultural and competitive landscape.
“This agenda is meticulously designed to bolster growth and excellence within the country’s sports sector,” the Minister said.
“We must key into President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda and strive to propel the sports industry to newer heights. President Tinubu’s genuine enthusiasm for sports underscores his unwavering commitment to fostering an environment where the sports sector not only flourishes but also reaches unparalleled success.”
He charged all departments within the Ministry to work towards actualizing all aspects of the agenda, with renewed vigor and passion.
Enoh, who also highlighted some notable achievements accomplished within his first 100 days, described his six-points agenda – ‘W.A.I.F.A.R’ – as a pivotal step towards transforming the sports industry, heralding a new era of innovation, empowerment, and sustained excellence.
W- Welfare: activating and enabling a welfare system that caters to serving and retired athletes as well as an annual recognition platform.
R- Reorganization of sports federations for impact. Sports governance and effectiveness of sports federations.
A- Activation of grassroots sports development; early age (under 18) sports and revitalization of school sports.
I – Infrastructure, development. Investment in building and revamping stadiums, as well as focus on grassroots sports facilities.
F- Funding for sports development. Exploring collaborative funding models between the government and the private sector
A- Activation of grassroots sports development; early age (under 18) sports and revitalization of school sports.
R- Reorganization of sports federations for impact. Sports governance and effectiveness of sports federations.
