Top dignitaries laud world-class Sportsville Award
The 6th Sportsville Award lived up to its billing on Friday night as Nigeria’s finest sports minds gathered in Lagos for a ceremony that drew widespread acclaim from dignitaries in
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The 6th Sportsville Award lived up to its billing on Friday night as Nigeria's finest sports minds gathered in Lagos for a ceremony that drew widespread acclaim from dignitaries in attendance.
Former WAFU President and CAF Executive Member Dr. Amos Adamu did not mince words in his assessment of the event, describing it as a world-class production.
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"I am honestly excited with what Frank Ilaboya and his team put together," he said, adding that the organisers deserved "big kudos" for their efforts.
The Chairman of the Brila Group, Dr. Emmanuel Izamoje, who chaired the ceremony, was equally effusive. "I salute the outstanding performance of your team — it shows proper planning on your part," he said. "Please, keep it up."
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NOC Secretary Tunde Popoola noted the steady upward trajectory of the event. "Sportsville Award is becoming bigger and bigger year after year," he said. "I can see a lot of improvement and technical quality in your outing. I am happy I didn't miss this gathering of the finest minds in Nigerian sports."
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SuperSports Nigeria General Manager, High Chief Felix Awogu, commended both the organisers and the selection process.
"The choice of awardees and the award presentation ceremony are quite commendable," he said. "Well done to you and your team."
The chorus of praise was echoed by Charles Anazodo, Deji Omotoyinbo and Yomi Opakunle, who described the event as a landmark moment for Nigerian sports journalism. Over 18 personalities were honoured across the ceremony's categories.
