Minister of Science and Technology, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, said that sporting activities needed the deployment and active use of technology and Innovation, so as to achieve sustainable development.
Dr Onu said this when he received the Vice-president of Counseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM) and the President of the Organisation of Military sport in Africa, Brig. Gen. Maikano Abdullahi in his office on Monday morning.
The minister hailed the efforts of the Military in stemming the tide of Insurgency, banditry and other criminal activities that are prevalent in the country.
He further hailed the resolve of international military bodies, to embark on sporting activities.
He added that the sporting activities would create camaraderie and strengthen bonds between nations.
Dr Onu said that the Organisation of Military Sports in Africa (OMSA) under the stewardship of Brig. Gen. Maikano Abdullahi would improve Nigeria’s security fortunes and relationship with other African countries especially in the Sahel region.
Earlier the President of the Organisation of Military sport in Africa, Brig. Gen. Maikano Abdullahi, said his organisation “seeks the support and partnership of the Minister, in organising the first ever Sahel region military games.”
He said the competition would focus on football, golf and marathon race, to prove the strength and stamina of military officers and soldiers alike.
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