The secretary-general of Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Israel Inwang has provided details of payments made to athletes and coaches at the track and field camp in Asaba, Delta State, in preparation for the Commonwealth Games.
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Sports247 reports that Inwang gave the breakdown of money paid the camp contingent while writing ‘to address a number of reports circulating in the public domain regarding the recently concluded phase one national camp.’
While stressing that the AFN ‘is committed to transparency, athlete welfare, and the integrity of Nigerian athletics,’ Inwang added that funding for the camp was formally approved and disbursed by the National Sports Commission (NSC).
Though the disbursement was made through the AFN’s treasurer, Inwang stated that it was done ‘in strict compliance with established financial procedures, without any diversion, misuse, or misappropriation of funds.’
Inwang further stated that all decisions were taken with the welfare of athletes as a primary consideration and secured through institutional negotiation, thereby allowing the federation to maximise comfort within its approved budget.
He added in part, “The AFN wishes to state clearly: allegations of inhumane treatment, absence of electricity, or neglect of basic welfare do not reflect the conditions of the camp. We welcome any independent verification by credible parties.
“Entitlements for the Asaba camp were as follows: Athletes: ₦100,000 Transport Allowance + ₦75,000 Camp Allowance; Coaches: ₦100,000 Transport Allowance + ₦100,000 Camp Allowance.
“The AFN acknowledges that some participants experienced delays in receiving their allowances during the camp period. These delays arose from a third-party processing issue that temporarily affected the timing of disbursements.”
Inwang concluded by emphasizing that the AFN acted swiftly to resolve any contrary matter as soon as it was identified and stewssed that all the athletes were prioritised in the payment queue ahead of officials.
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