The former Vice chairman of Lobi Stars of Makurdi, Mike Okpe Idoko, has lauded the leadership of the Sports Association of Nigeria (SWAN) for honouring him alongside other eminent Nigerians at the 60th anniversary of the association.
Idoko, in a statement, said he’s most delighted that the umbrella body of sports journalists considered worthy of the award in a society where people are mostly rewarded with scorn after they devoted all their energies to the development of sports in the country.
Idoko was among the eminent Nigerians who were honoured for their Outstanding Support to Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) and Contribution to sports development in Nigeria.
“I especially found this award soothing, because it’s coming while I’m still living and at a time people reward genuine efforts with scorn and disdain,” Idoko said.
The one time General Manager of Sunshine Stars of Akure stressed that he would forever cherish the award, adding that it’s a motivation to do more.
“To the glory of God, I want to dedicate the award to my family and players and coaches who have passed through me. I want to assure SWAN that this award will spur me to rededicate my life to the development and promotion of sports, especially football in Nigeria,” he said.
