The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Association (NVRA) has congratulated Tolu Oguntimehin on his election as Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter, urging his administration to prioritise members’ welfare, professional development and financial sustainability.
Latest: Oguntimehin wins SWAN FCT chairmanship with 88 votes, unveils ₦200m financial target
Oguntimehin emerged victorious at the SWAN FCT elective congress held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. He defeated his challenger, Raphael Ekpang, by 88 votes to four.
Key Highlights
- NVRA congratulates Tolu Oguntimehin on his election as SWAN FCT Chairman.
- Oguntimehin defeated Raphael Ekpang by 88 votes to four.
- NVRA Chairman Ganiyu Oloyede urges the new administration to prioritise members’ welfare and professional development.
- The association backs Oguntimehin’s proposed ₦200 million financial base for SWAN FCT.
- NVRA pledges to collaborate with the new executive committee to strengthen sports journalism.
NVRA Chairman Hails Oguntimehin’s Victory
In a congratulatory message, NVRA Chairman, Alhaji Ganiyu Oloyede, described Oguntimehin’s victory as a reflection of the confidence members have placed in his leadership.
Oloyede expressed optimism that the new chairman would provide purposeful and inclusive leadership while strengthening sports journalism and advancing the interests of practitioners in the Federal Capital Territory.
He noted that the responsibility of leading the association goes beyond occupying an executive position, stressing that the new administration must prioritise members’ welfare, professional development, unity and protection of their collective interests.
The NVRA chairman also challenged the incoming leadership to create an enabling environment where sports journalists can thrive professionally, gain greater access to sporting events and contribute meaningfully to the growth of Nigerian sports.
NVRA Backs ₦200m Financial Plan for SWAN FCT
He particularly welcomed Oguntimehin’s commitment to establishing a ₦200 million financial base for SWAN FCT, describing the proposal as an ambitious step towards building a financially stronger and more sustainable association.
Oloyede further emphasised the importance of collaboration among sports journalists, sports federations, government institutions and other stakeholders, noting that stronger partnerships would create more opportunities for members and improve the quality of sports reporting.
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He urged the new executive committee to uphold transparency, accountability and open communication while ensuring that every member is carried along in the administration.
The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Association reaffirmed its readiness to work with the new SWAN FCT leadership to promote sports journalism, strengthen professional relationships and project Nigerian sports positively.
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