“I understand The Importance of All Sports and The Impact They can have on Individuals”- Patrick Pascal
Oru Leonard
Recently, the Nigerian sporting world was abuzz with the just concluded 2025 Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Super Cup and the ongoing 20th Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Games (NOGIG), and Mr. Patrick Pascal was at the forefront of it all. As a former player of volleyball, basketball, and football himself, he understands the importance of all sports and the positive impact they have on individuals and society.
Mr. Patrick has been generously supporting various sports in Bauchi, including sponsoring small competitions and tournaments, showing his commitment to developing sports at the grassroots level. For him, all sports are equal, and he takes pride in seeing young athletes grow and succeed, whether it is in football or other sports.
Under his leadership, the Bauchi State Football Association has focused on nurturing young talents and providing them with a platform to showcase their skills. He believes in the power of sports to not only bring joy and unity but also shape the future of young individuals and potentially even represent their country.
But Pascal vision goes beyond football. He recognises that sports, including football, are also a business, and it is essential to invest in them to see growth and succes. The increasing popularity of football and other sports in Nigeria has opened up opportunities for players and clubs to thrive, and Pascal is determined to tap into this potential and elevate the level of sports in Bauchi.
For Pascal, the future of the Bauchi State Football Association is bright, with a focus on developing and nurturing young talents, supporting other sports, and seeing them all as a business. His passion for sports and his commitment to uplifting the community through sports made him a prominent figure in the Nigerian sporting world, and he continued to be a source of inspiration for many.
In conclusion, Mr. Patrick Pascal, chairman of Bauchi State Football Association, is not just a leader in football but a lover of all sports in his state who have set an excellent example for other sports enthusiasts and leaders, emphasising the importance of unity, community awareness, and investing in sports for a better future. With his leadership, the Bauchi State Football Association is headed towards a bright and successful future.
(NSC Media)
