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By: Peter Akinbo
Stakeholders from the South-West Archery Zone convened at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja to issue a call for reforms within the Nigeria Archery Federation February 17.
Led by the Chairman of the South-West Zone, S.A.K Shobayo, and secretary, Akintimehin Tundebabs, the meeting addressed critical concerns regarding the forthcoming Zen Archery Lagos National Open Championship and the impending Federation Congress slated to usher in a new executive board.
The communiqué released following the meeting outlined a series of grievances and demanded urgent action to address the state of archery in Nigeria.
The South-West Archery Zone highlighted several key issues, expressing dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs within the Nigeria Archery Federation. The major issue among their concerns was the need for transparency and accountability in the upcoming Federation Congress, scheduled for March 8 in Lagos.
The zone also expressed the importance of holding the election in Lagos to ensure the success of the Zen Archery Lagos National Open Championship and to facilitate continued development within the sport.
Additionally, stakeholders raised the alarm over the alleged failure of the outgoing executive board whose tenure ends March 10, citing a range of deficiencies, including the president’s absence from key events, lack of support for athletes, non-participation in national sporting events and inadequate efforts to promote and advance the sport.
The South-West also voiced concerns about the federation’s suspension and potential ban by the international body, attributing it to the ineffective performance of the outgoing president and the executives.
The communiqué called for a recommitment to the development and unity of archery in Nigeria, emphasising the critical need for effective leadership within the Nigeria Archery Federation.