In a landmark move to promote excellence in women’s football, the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) and the Ratels Sports Development Foundation (RSDF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to sponsor and present the Player of the Match awards during the 2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership Super Six. The MoU,…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has felicitated with Christians on the celebration of Easter, signifying the resurrection of Jesus Christ from death after he was crucified. In a message, the SWAN President Mr. Isaiah Benjamin through the Association's Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Sunday, noted that the significance of the day represents love,…

SWAN Congratulates Kida On Appointment As NNPCL Board Chairman ….Commiserates With NTF Over Saidu's Demise The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida on his recent appointment as the Board Chairman of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). President of SWAN, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, in a letter to Engr. Kida,…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has commended the Board and Management of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for taking the initiative to organise Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) as a veritable means of harnessing grassroots talents within the region. President of SWAN, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, in a statement through the Association's Secretary-General Amb…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has felicitated with Muslim faithful across the country on the successful completion of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr. SWAN President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, through the Association's Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Sunday, said the sallah celebration signifies greater exploits ahead while calling for sustained prayers and commitment…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR on his 73rd birthday. In a statement on Saturday, SWAN President Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, through the Association's Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, eulogised President Tinubu for his years of great leadership exploits in Nigeria and beyond. While highlighting the virtues of the…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has pledged full media support for the upcoming African Women's Club Volleyball Championship, set to take place in Abuja from April 1-14, 2025. In a courtesy visit led by SWAN President Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, to the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), CG Bashir Adewale Adeniyi…

Members of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Lagos State Chapter met with the National Leadership of the Professional body with a view to find lasting solution to the lingering issues. The meeting which held inside the SWAN Chapter Secretariat located within the National Stadium Surulere, Lagos, had in attendance both Veterans and Young Sports…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has rolled out red carpet in celebration of it's immediate past National President Sir Dr Honour Kuru Sirawoo, on the completion of the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 46, and graduation from the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Plateau State at the weekend. The Theme…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has felicitated with Muslim faithful, as the Ramadan, a month-long fasting period begins, globally. President of SWAN, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, in a statement by the Secretary-General of the Association, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Saturday noted that Ramadan presents an opportunity for a high-level spiritual concentration. President Benjamin also…

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has entered a strategic partnership with Naija Disruptors LLC, marking a significant milestone in advancing sports media coverage, youth development, and global storytelling initiatives in Nigeria. While signing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at SWAN National Secretariat in Abuja, SWAN President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, underscored the importance of…

SWAN NATIONAL SECRETARIAT PRESS RELEASE Reminder AIPS Membership Registration/Renewal The International Sports Press Association (AIPS) registration portal for 2025-2026 cards is open The move is to enable old and new members revalidate and make fresh registration to ensure early pursuit of evolving Global/African championships in the international sports calendar for the current year. Consequently, the…