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Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Green White Green (GWG) Sports Center, Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, has extended a remarkable gesture of support to Team Nigeria at the ongoing ITTF-Africa Championships in Tunisia.
Hon. Gombe, who visited the Rades Multi-Sports Complex, treated the Nigerian contingent to a sumptuous meal as part of his effort to motivate and encourage the athletes to excel at the prestigious continental event.
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“As a proud Nigerian, I’m deeply moved by the success of our teams across all sports,” Gombe said. “This table tennis team holds a special place in my heart. Seeing these young men and women represent our country inspires me to support and encourage them.”
The former Chairman of the Gombe State Athletics Association explained that his visits to the competition venue were driven by his desire to inspire the players to give their best for the nation.
“I’ve visited the venue twice to cheer them on, and I felt they needed an extra boost of motivation,” he said.
“That’s why I decided to host them to a meal to lift their spirits and help them stay focused. I’m truly impressed by their discipline and the way they’ve conducted themselves under the guidance of our legend, Segun Toriola. This is my humble token of support, and I wish them success in all their matches.”
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Reacting to the kind gesture, the President of ITTF Africa, Mr. Wahid Enitan Oshodi, expressed appreciation to Hon. Gara Gombe, describing his action as a morale booster for the team.
“We sincerely thank Mr. Gara Gombe for taking the time to visit the team over the past two days, cheering them on and encouraging them,” Oshodi said.
“His generous act of hosting the team to a delightful meal in Tunis is both inspiring and uplifting. He has proven himself to be a true friend of table tennis and a passionate supporter of Nigerian sports.”
About Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe:
Hon. Gombe is the Chairman and CEO of Green White Green Sports Center, a leading advocate for youth and sports development in Nigeria.
He is known for his contributions to grassroots sports, his leadership in athletics administration, and his commitment to promoting Nigerian athletes on international platforms.