The Vice President Africa Taekwondo Union and a and a member of the LOC for the 2026 COAL CITY GAMES, Chief Jonathan Nnaji, has asserted that hosting the 23rd National Sports Festival will enhance sports development, improve and upgrade of sporting facilities in Enugu state.
Speaking after the inauguration of the LOC for COALCITY GAMES Nnaji who is also an Executive member of the Nigeria Olmypic Committee, and Vice President Nigeria Penthalon Federation , expressed happiness with the commitment of Governor Peter Ndubuisi, towards sports development, noting, that it is the second time a South – Eastern State will be hosting National Sports Festival.
He said:”The event will boost the economy of the State, increase revenue , boost tourism , hospitality industry, improve infrastructure and talent development. Just as I said, the Governor has been emphasizing on moving from #4 billion revenue to $30 billion. It will also promote national unity and integration through sports.
” It is an opportunity for Enugu state to promote it’s tourism and culture.
It is going to expose Enugu as potential in international event hosting and collaboration.
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” Enugu hosting the festival can have lasting impact on infrastructure and sport culture,, apart from winning medals.
” I am excited being an indigene of Enugu State, my State having a sports loving Governor, ” he noted.
Nnaji further stated that one year is long enough time to upgrade and host a successful festival.
” I believe that 1 year is enough. We have to work hard, do extra-miles to achieve great results. I believe that with the kind of team we have and the Governor, heavens will be our limit,’ he continued.”When we say we are going to host to win, we will look for our best athletes who will give us results.
“The Commissioner is a vibrant young man who listens to ideas. I think Enugu is going to be the best.”