By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu
The Yobe State Council of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has commended the State Governor (Dr) Mai Mala Buni for his wavering commitment to sports development in the state.
In a statement Friday, Chairman of the Yobe State SWAN, Barr. Joel Duku, commended the Governor for his steadfast commitment to sports development in Yobe and across Nigeria generally.
The Governor recently approved a comprehensive refurbishment of the ‘August 27 Stadium’ in Damaturu, a project that is now nearing completion and is set to transform the venue into a state‑of‑the‑art facility capable of hosting continental and inter‑continental events.
According to Barr. Duku, the upgrades — including a new VIP stand, roofing of the popular side, a presidential lounge, an indoor sports complex, and an iconic fence and gate, have turned the stadium into a landmark that enhances the aesthetic appeal of Damaturu, the state capital respectively.
“These developments will further boost the morale of the players,” the statement continued, emphasizing that the revamped stadium will boost sports excellence, attract visitors, and stimulate the local economy, Joel Duku stated.
According to him, SWAN appreciates Governor Buni’s vision and urged for continued investment in sports infrastructure to nurture talent and promote national pride respectively.
