Minister charges Para-athletics team to be worthy ambassadors

Minister of Youth and sports Development Mr Sunday Dare has charged Nigerian  Para-Athletics team to Notwil, Switzerland  to be worthy Ambassadors of the country  as they seek to qualify  for the 2020 Paralympics  taking place in  Tokyo later in the year.

The Minister  gave the charge when he bade farewell to  the team for the Qualifiers on Sunday through  the Nnamdi Azikiwe International  Airport, Abuja. “Nigeria is solidly behind  your bid for  qualification  for the Para- Atheletics  event in Notwil,  Switzerland. There is no doubt about your abilities which you have always  proved over the years. You must be worthy  Ambassadors  of our dear country  by conducting yourselves  very well to  attain the best standards for Qualifiers. Dont be distracted, Nigerians  are solidly  behind you. You have always  made us proud and we are confident  that you will not disappoint  this time   by reaching the qualification threshold. We have done our bit, now the ball is in your court to  ensure that Nigeria’s flag flies high”

 10 Athletes will be seeking to qualify  in the Para-Athletics  event taking place from 11th -17th May 2021 at Notwil Switzerland.