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The cycling tournament will be used to celebrate the 100 days in office of President Bola Tinubu.
The Cycling Federation of Nigeria (CFN) has revealed plans to organize the President Tinubu National Championship.
Former cyclist and CFN board member Femi Thomas hinted that the cycling tournament will be used to celebrate the 100 days in office of President Bola Tinubu, disclosing that the championship would highlight the numerous achievements of the president in sports when he was governor of Lagos State.
He added that the National Cycling Team is starting its preparations for the World Cycling Championship, which will take place in Glasgow, Scotland, from August 3 to August 13.
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He encouraged the government and corporate entities to assist the national team.
He said, “Team Nigeria has been in camp for over two months in Abuja and the federation is doing all within its power to ensure the country does well in Glasgow.
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“Cycling is gradually gaining ground in Nigeria, but more still needs to be done for it to measure up to international standards.
“Sponsors and government support are needed to aid the growth of the sport.
“Quality equipment, good athletes’ welfare packages and competitions are paramount in taking cycling to greater heights in Nigeria.
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“There is also need for partnership between the government and corporate bodies in putting in place the necessary measures to motivate cyclists to perform well.
“The championship in honour of the president is a good opportunity for every organisation to promote and project their brands. It will also open Nigeria up for organisations to invest in the country.
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“President Tinubu is a lover of sports, which he demonstrated during his time as governor of Lagos State.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR was inagurated on May 29th as the 16th President of Nigeria.
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