Otunba Segun Runsewe has heaped plaudits on the organisers of the annual Sportsville Special Recognition Awards, adding the initiators deserve commendation for coming up with this unique award.
The uniqueness of the award, according to the current President of Nigeria Golf Federation, is honouring those who have made huge contributions to Nigeria’s Sports Development in the past.
Runsewe who is listed in the ICON Category stated: “Whether you like it or not, there are persons that have made huge contributions to the level Nigeria’s sports is today. Many may have forgotten, but Sportsville didn’t forget.
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“This to me, this makes the award unique and I am very proud and excited of this honour.
“I am looking forward to grazing the occasion with my friends and associates, organizations like Sportsville deserve support and encouragement.”
Otunba Runsewe whose contributions to Nigeria sports development is well documented, was named alongside Dr Orji Uzor Kalu, the only Governor whose tenure Nigeria won the once elusive CAF Champions League, back-to-back, Chief Solomon Ogba, a thorough-bred administrator whose imprints remain indelible, and Rt Hon Victor Ochei, who brought life and vibes to Special Sports.
Former Nigeria international and erstwhile Green Eagles captain, Dr Segun Odegbami , is the Chairman of the ceremony fixed for Friday, March 1st, 2024 at EKO CLUB, Surulere, Lagos.