By Sumaila Ogbaje
The Unity Advocacy Group (UAG) has hailed the Armed Forces of Nigeria for successfully hosting the Africa Military Games 2024.
The Convener of the group, Ifeanyi Aigbedion, gave the commendation while briefing newsmen on Monday in Abuja.
Aigbedion said the military under the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, through AMGA 2024, marketed the country by sending a strong message that it was safe for business.
“We join Nigeria’s National Ambassador for Sports Diplomacy, Segun Odegbami, to describe the games as a groundbreaking moment for Nigeria’s sports development, and a bold step toward reversing decades of neglect and underachievement in the sector.
“The turnout of 21 countries is an indication that the participating countries believe in the Continental leadership capacity of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
“The armed forces through AMGA 2024 has sent a very strong message that Nigeria is safe to come and do business.
“Through AMGA 2024, the AFN will also strengthen cooperation with other countries in fighting various forms of security challenges.
“AMGA 2024 made us begin to remember good old days Nigeria hosted international sporting events.
“The AFN not only hosted but won. We salute the CDS who said that the Nigerian Military will continue to recruit and develop sportsmen who will go on to win more laurels and medals for the country,” he said.
The AMGA took place in Abuja from Nov. 18 to Nov. 30, with Africa’s military athletes competing for laurels.
Nigeria came tops with 114 gold, 65 silver, and 55 bronze medals, while Team Algeria followed with 52 gold, 22 silver, and 21 bronze.
Kenya came third with 20 gold, 16 silver, and 12 bronze medals. (NAN)
