The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has formally inaugurated the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for its forthcoming 60th Diamond Jubilee Celebration, marking six decades of excellence in sports journalism. The inauguration took place at the Association’s national secretariat in Abuja.
SWAN President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, charged the LOC members to deliver on their mandate with dedication and unity of purpose. He emphasized that the success of the Diamond Jubilee rests largely on the LOC’s shoulders and assured them of maximum support from the national secretariat.
Mr. Benjamin noted that the LOC’s responsibility is significant and that their efforts will be handsomely rewarded and remembered for generations.
The LOC Chairman, Mr. Ben Ogbemudia, expressed gratitude to the national leadership for the confidence reposed in the committee and pledged full commitment to delivering a memorable 60th anniversary celebration.
He assured that the committee, comprising experienced professionals, would work tirelessly to ensure the event’s success.
The LOC also has veteran broadcaster Ms Anietie Patrick as Secretary.
Other members include On Air Personality Sylvanus Ofekun, Assistant News Director with Arise News Ferdinand Duruoha, Sports writing Guru/Online Publisher Niyi Busari and Ace Media Strategist/ Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi.
The Committee also includes Top Broadcast Official with Radio Nigeria and former Chairman, SWAN FCT Chapter, Ndubueze Chidoka, SWAN Chairman FCT/Ace Broadcater Kelechi Onwudiwe, and Chukwunonso Arinzechi of Democracy Radio.
Additionally, SWAN has set up a Special Awards Committee, headed by Sports Writing Guru Mr. Abdulgafar Oladimeji, to galvanize and scrutinize deserving awardees for the 60th anniversary. This committee comprises seven members, including former SWAN Vice President Ms. Chigozie Chukwuleta as Secretary.
The two-day event is scheduled for October 30 and 31, 2025, in Abuja, and will celebrate SWAN’s legacy, honor its past heroes, and project its vision for the future.
SWAN is poised to make the 60th anniversary celebration a memorable and impactful milestone in the history of sports journalism in Nigeria with these committees in place.
Source/SWAN
