SWAN National Leadership Charges New FCT Executives on Unity, Transparency
Oru Leonard
The National President of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Mr Isaiah Benjamin, has charged the newly elected executives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter to prioritise unity, transparency and collective responsibility in their administration.
In a statement signed by the FCT SWAN Secretary, Taofeek Lawal, Benjamin gave the charge while welcoming the new executives, assuring them of the national leadership’s readiness to collaborate with the chapter in repositioning the association and advancing sports journalism in the FCT.
He described leadership positions as privileges that must be exercised with a strong sense of responsibility, urging the executives to work as a team, remain open to learning and ensure that all members are carried along in their activities.
The SWAN president emphasised the importance of teamwork, transparency and accountability, assuring the new leadership that the national body’s doors would remain open to enquiries, guidance and assistance whenever necessary.
Similarly, the SWAN Secretary-General, Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo, advised the executives to develop effective listening skills, remain proactive and lead by example.
He noted that the FCT chapter must remain active and relevant in promoting sports development through effective and professional reportage.
Okonkwo further urged the new leadership to make accountability a priority, stressing that sports journalists have a critical responsibility to ensure adequate coverage of sporting activities and hold relevant stakeholders accountable.
In his remarks, the SWAN Deputy Secretary-General, Mr Samuel Ahmadu, called for synergy, innovation and collective commitment among the executives.
He emphasised the need to prioritise the association’s visibility and relevance, encouraging the new leadership to maximise available opportunities, expand its reach and explore innovative ideas that would strengthen the chapter.
Ahmadu also urged the executives to work together and translate their electoral promises into tangible achievements.
Responding, the newly elected FCT SWAN Chairman, Mr Tolu Oguntimehin, expressed appreciation to the national leadership for its guidance and words of encouragement.
He assured that the new executives would put all hands on deck to reposition the FCT chapter, strengthen the association and improve its visibility.
Oguntimehin pledged that his administration would promote collective engagement and ensure that SWAN continues to play a meaningful role in sports development through professional journalism.
