Ebonyi sports council seeks partnership with SWAN for sports growth
The Ebonyi Sports Council has announced plans to work closely with the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in Ebonyi to boost sports development in the state. Alep David, the Acting Director of Sports, acknowledged SWAN’s significant role in promoting local sports achievements. He highlighted the importance of collaboration, especially in cricket and football. Leaders from SWAN expressed readiness to support the council’s initiatives and called for further cooperation.
Match highlights
- Alep David praised SWAN for its contributions to sports promotion and policy in Ebonyi.
- He credited SWAN with helping revive football in the state, notably through the Abakaliki Football Club’s recent success.
- Cricket was identified as the state’s most promising sport for winning medals at regional and national events.
- The council promised to support SWAN’s planned zonal cricket championship.
- Chukwuemeka Opara, former SWAN chairman, announced that the zonal cricket championship will commence in April.
