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SWAN to FIFA, CAF: Nigeria Needs Total Football Governance Reset

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The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has demanded a comprehensive restructuring of Nigerian football governance, insisting that the current vacuum provides an opportunity for a fundamental institutional reset rather than another temporary administrative adjustment. SWAN made the demand in a 18-page position paper presented by its President Mr. Isaiah Benjamin to the joint FIFA/CAF…

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Blueprint Newspapers congratulates SWAN Secretary-General Ikenna Okonkwo on re-election

NewsSeptember 1, 202665Views0Likes0Comments
The management of Blueprint Newspapers has congratulated the Secretary General of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo, on his re-election to the national executive committee of the association. The management conveyed the congratulatory message when Okonkwo presented his Certificate of Return to the newspaper’s management at the Blueprint Newspapers head office…

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SWAN 2026 Triennial Congress: Kaduna Set as Sports Journalists Converge

Press ReleaseAugust 23, 2026107Views0Likes0Comments
Preparations have reached an advanced stage in Kaduna as the state gets set to host the 2026 Triennial National Delegates Congress of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), with sports journalists and delegates from across the country expected to converge for the landmark gathering from August 26–28, 2026. The Congress, themed “Harnessing the Power…

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SWAN Names Media Sub-Committee for 2026 Triennial Delegates Congress

Press ReleaseAugust 23, 202687Views0Likes0Comments
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has constituted a three-member Media Sub Committee for its 2026 Triennial National Delegates Congress scheduled to hold in Kaduna from August 26 to 29, 2026. The committee is chaired by Samuel Ahmadu, Managing Editor of SavidNews and NigeriaFootball.ng, while Austine Agbo Emmanuel, Blueprint Correspondent and Assistant Secretary, SWAN…

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NLO Chief Shola Ogunnowo Offers Study Scholarships To Nigeria Sports Journalists

NLO, Press ReleaseJuly 30, 202682Views0Likes0Comments
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Nationwide League One (NLO), Olushola Ogunnowo, has offered study scholarships to selected Sports Writers to study Sports Journalism at a private university in London, United Kingdom. The scholarship offer is to assist members of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to proceed to undertake Level 5 International Study…

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Diplomatic Conference 2.0: SWAN Congratulates Abdulgafar Oladimeji

Press ReleaseJuly 27, 202681Views0Likes0Comments
Sports Journalists under the aegis of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated the news editor and publisher of Sahel sports newspaper, Mr Abdulgafar Oladimeji, on his induction into the Diplomatic Assembly. The SWAN President, Comrade Isaiah Benjamin, speaking at SWAN National Secretariat, at the MKO Abiola stadium in Abuja, in his congratulatory message…

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SWAN Commends NSC Leadership for Prompt Reward of Commonwealth Games Medallists, Urges Athletes to Sustain Winning Momentum

Nigerian Sports, Press ReleaseJuly 26, 2026139Views0Likes0Comments
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has commended the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko, and Director General of the Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, for the transparent and prompt disbursement of cash rewards to Team Nigeria athletes who have won medals at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. SWAN…

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SWAN, Byblos Seal Partnership For Reduced International, Domestic Airfare Costs

Press ReleaseJuly 9, 2026173Views0Likes0Comments
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has signed a strategic agreement with Byblos Travels and Tours Nigeria Limited, aimed at providing affordable travel opportunities and logistics support for sports journalists. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in Abuja, is expected to significantly reduce the financial burden on sports journalists through discounted airfares, visa advisory…

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WORLD SPORTS JOURNALISTS DAY ADDRESS BY THE NATIONAL PRESIDENT OF THE SPORTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (SWAN), MR. ISAIAH BENJAMIN

UncategorizedJuly 2, 2026128Views0Likes0Comments
Theme: Celebrating Excellence, Integrity, and the Power of Sports Journalism Distinguished members of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, esteemed colleagues, respected stakeholders in the sports industry, members of the media, our partners, ladies and gentlemen, It is with immense pride and a deep sense of responsibility that I address you today as we commemorate…

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SWAN Celebrates National Patron Adeniyi on Tenure Extension As Customs CG, Hails Impactful Reforms

UncategorizedJune 21, 2026110Views0Likes0Comments
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), CG Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, on the extension of his tenure by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing the decision as a recognition of his exemplary leadership, professionalism and contributions to national development. In a congratulatory message signed by…

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