Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-02-12 03:36:52
The Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) has successfully completed a two-day badminton outreach training in partnership with the Cross River State Ministry of Education and the UNHCR Ogoja Zonal Office. The training was conducted for Physical and Health Education Teachers from 16 secondary schools and took place on February 8 and 9, 2024.
The event was aimed at promoting the sport of badminton and providing professional development opportunities for teachers in the field of physical and health education. The training aimed to equip teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach and promote badminton within their schools and communities.
In other sports news, the Super Eagles of Nigeria fell short in their bid to win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), losing 2-1 to the host nation, Ivory Coast. Despite their defeat, the Super Eagles started the tournament on a positive note and made significant progress throughout the competition.
In response to the team’s performance, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has announced that the ministry, through the National Orientation Agency (NOA), has begun mobilizing Nigerians to galvanize support for the Super Eagles. This initiative aims to build public enthusiasm and support for the national football team.
Additionally, Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has expressed his support for the Super Eagles ahead of the finals for the 2024 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), offering words of encouragement to the team.
The Super Eagles are set to face hosts Côte d’Ivoire in the finals, with the goal of becoming the third team to defeat an AFCON host in the final. The team previously secured a 1-0 victory against the Elephants during the group stage. The upcoming final presents an opportunity for the Super Eagles to claim their fourth AFCON trophy.
Overall, these recent developments in Nigerian sports demonstrate the national commitment to promoting both the development of various sports, such as badminton, and the support of the national football team. Through partnerships and initiatives, Nigeria is working to advance sports and the athletic achievements of the country.
