Director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade has added his voice to comments heralding this year’s Para-Games, scheduled to commence this Saturday in Abuja.
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Sports247 reports that Olopade tagged it as another platform for celebrating courage and breaking barriers, as it is expected to bring together many athletes with disabilities to compete in a wide range of sporting events.
A statement from the organizing committee also described the festival, which will be declaredDirector-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade has added his voice to comments heralding this year’s Para-Games, avenue for showcasing resilience, talent and the unifying power of sports.
Olopade, who is also expected to be among many other dignitaries at the opening ceremony on Saturday, said: “The event is about celebrating courage, breaking barriers, and inspiring a new generation of athletes.
“The National Para Sports Festival serves as a critical platform for talent discovery, athlete development, and preparation for international competitions, including qualifiers for events sanctioned by International Paralympic Committee.”
Sports247 gathered further that the Para-Games, which aligns with Nigeria’s effort at promoting inclusivity, equal opportunity and social integration through sports, will feature special events that cut across multiple disciplines.
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