KENYA did well also. But am a Nigeria I will say God bless all our athletes.

lomprico:
shameless rogues

This is actually nice from you they are more than shameless
I was expecting mass resignation

Shut up mr Minister
It was jst a further confirmation of what Buhari and his cronies have turned Nigeria to

MichaelsHope:
When he was appointed as the minister, I had thought he would change the narratives and bring the best out the ministry..


How do expect someone who share same thing with Dalung to fare better.



Sunday Dare SD

Solomon Dalung SD

Kuku add 'P'
Making SDP

This life no balance true true! Team USA went home with 113 medals!

Shameless country, instead of him to resign immediately he is boring us with epistle and making excuses....

10. First is the mishap resulting in 10 Team Nigeria athletes being ruled ineligible to compete for missing their mandatory Out of Competition Test, OTC. When notice of this ruling got to me, I immediately mobilized my team and the AFN leadership to see how the situation could be salvaged. We mounted a vigorous appeal process with Athletics Integrity Unit, AIU and had the team members complete the tests. However, timing became the critical issue . Despite our energetic appeal, the deciding committee made its announcement which gave no latitude to our team members for what was only an inadvertent lapse.

I don't know if anyone cared to finish the hogwash, but the excerpt is where I stopped reading. The Olympics-organizing body can NEVER come up with impromptu rules and tests. Of the 20 athletes disqualified from participating in Tokyo Olympics, 10 were Nigerians.

For God's sake, this is a game that should have taken place last year. These people had plenty of time to prepare our athletes for it, but they never took it seriously. Tomorrow, some nonentities will go to church or mosque, praying and fasting that Nigerians would win gold medals! How, please?

The man is acting as if he do not know what is going on in his ministry. Fool.

Thunder finish u

SmartPolician:
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10. First is the mishap resulting in 10 Team Nigeria athletes being ruled ineligible to compete for missing their mandatory Out of Competition Test, OTC. When notice of this ruling got to me, I immediately mobilized my team and the AFN leadership to see how the situation could be salvaged. We mounted a vigorous appeal process with Athletics Integrity Unit, AIU and had the team members complete the tests. However, timing became the critical issue . Despite our energetic appeal, the deciding committee made its announcement which gave no latitude to our team members for what was only an inadvertent lapse.

Lies

I'm a good Sprinter who can ran better than all the athletes in the Nigerian Athletics team but for money and favoritsm they will select incompetent mofos. At least I should bring a gold or bronze medal for the country instead of coming back empty handed.
Corruption has eaten dip in Nigeria

Thief thief ministry....you guys never wished any athlete will compete with the best in the final..wicked people...Ogbeni dare go n sit down

Sacking him isn't d issue here.
Most pple don't understand how to manage situation like this nd personally Sunday Dare did d right thing , it's just unfortunate that it was d athletes that it's affected.
The past administration can't sealed a deal with PUMA with an non-disclosure contract which means no one except them know d terms of the contract. To me, this is d height of corruption.
Let every contract u sign with any organisation be open, nd I also blamed PUMA. How on earth will u signed a non-disclosure contract with an administration if PUMA isn't even corrupt?

What about the phone issue. Foolish man

Disgusting. Using grammar to cover up his ineptitude, no atom of shame.

the boy that posted himself washing his Jersey, did not win any medal at the end of the day. he lose focus and he is mischievous.

Cash out..Only one thing is sure..after one month...Sunday Dare and his crew will start their contruction of numerous hotels all over the federation from the proceeds of a failed Olympic outing..stupid country

Expect this clueless government apparatchik to put a robust spin on what was an abject failure of Team Nigeria at the Olympics.
Why should the Ministry decide for 38 National Sports Federations what sort of kits they use or which kit manufacturer to patronize?
How could 10 athletes under your watch have missed their OTC tests and you claimed ignorance until they were banned?
Yes we reached a few finals on their own merit but don't you think that if these athletes had a lot more support from their respective sports federations in terms of sponsorship to local and international athletics events to sharpen their skills maybe we would have registered a lot more medals than two?
You're used to celebrating mediocrity and 'anyhowness' and I'm pretty certain you plan to take this shoddy approach to getting things done to Oyo to contest as governor come 2023.It will fail.

[Who read this rubbish?






author=presidency post=104608206]On Nigeria’s Participation at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
 
Not wanting to add to the public distraction, I have deliberately waited until the end of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games before making any observations regarding the various reports on Nigeria’s participation in the quadrennial games.
 
2. This was out of respect for our athletes who had committed so much effort and made such considerable personal sacrifice in order to represent our nation as best as they could.  Overall, we should be proud of Team Nigeria and the effort they made. The bottom line is that these games should always be about the athletes and the spirit of friendly competition and excellence the Olympics are meant to engender.
 
3. Sadly, some people seem not to have embraced either the good cause of our national athletic pursuits or the collegial and noble spirit that the Olympics promote.
 
4. The rancour and confusion some people seem intent on sowing are terribly out of place given the impressive performance of our team and good spirit with which they performed. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics are now over, which means we can begin to honestly and objectively assess what was accomplished as well as what we must do to improve performance for future contests.
 
5. Nigeria succeeded with two (2) medals - a silver in wrestling won by Blessing Oborodudu and a bronze in long jump won by Ese Brume. Their performances were inspiring for they affirmed we can and should compete at the highest levels across the full range of sports events. Yes, we had wished and worked for more medals. But we must also put things in perspective. The medal outcome at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics stands as Nigeria’s best result in the last 13 years.
 
6. Moreover, the athletes of Team Nigeria did their nation proud. Many of them reached the finals of their respective sports and, competing with all they had, were in contention for medals until the final moment. Any one who saw their efforts would have nothing but the utmost respect for them, their coaches and all the technical staff that made Tokyo possible.
 
7. I thank President Muhammadu Buhari for his unrelenting support for Sports and Youth development and indeed for the opportunity to serve and lead our participation at these games. Team Nigeria placed 74th position on the final  Olympic medal table among 205 participating countries, despite our small contingent to the games. We were 8th among 52 African countries that participated. Team Nigeria excelled in many areas that engender hope for greater success in the future.
 
8. Nigeria had five Olympic finalists in 100 meters Hurdles Women, Short Put, Long jump, Wrestling and 100 meters men. Team Nigeria broke the 13 year old jinx of no medal in Long jump and 25 years of no finalist in the men’s 100 meters,  and secured a medal in wrestling for the very first time. Overall, our performance was good and more importantly it is headed in the right direction.
 
9. While the general trends and  overall performance was positive, I must mention two unfortunate incidents that occurred.
 
10. First is the mishap resulting in 10 Team Nigeria athletes being ruled ineligible to compete for missing their mandatory Out of Competition Test, OTC. When notice of this ruling got to me, I immediately mobilized my team and the AFN leadership to see how the situation could be salvaged. We mounted a vigorous appeal process with Athletics Integrity Unit, AIU and had the team members complete the tests.  However,  timing became the critical issue . Despite our energetic appeal, the deciding committee made its announcement which gave no latitude to our team members for what was only an inadvertent lapse.
 
11. The adverse decision was painful to accept. We had prepared carefully and eagerly for the Olympics with the expectation that each person, federation, coach and athlete would also complete the necessary preparations required of them. As Minister, I ensured that all necessary approvals were done so that all requisite tests and exams could be timely completed. For me this unfortunate incident is most painful because these athletes had prepared long and hard and also in view of the challenging circumstances due to COVID-19.
 
12. As the Minister I must bear some institutional responsibility for this lapse.  I also had to depend and expect that each person in the long and often technical chain will perform their role expeditiously and with precision. Unfortunately, somewhere along the line someone failed in their responsibility and  as Minister I bear the responsibility and brunt of criticsm.  But that is not enough. I must move to ensure that Nigeria never experiences another such moment. I have ordered a full investigation that will not only uncover what happened, but will also, recommend a process where such lapses can never occur in the future and initiate leveraging compliance monitoring technology to guardrail this.
 
13. I have personally apologized to the affected athletes. Here and now, I personally apologize to all Nigerians for this ineligibility episode. The AFN has also taken responsibility and apologized to the athletes and to Nigerians.
 
14. Already, a new Medical and Anti-Doping Commission has been set up to establish a fool proof system of testing and ensure Nigeria exits the A Categorization by WADA.
Also,Blessing Okagbare remains one of our best athletes who has served Nigeria well. We emphatize with her. Nigeria will monitor closely developments around her temporary suspension and appeal.  
 
15. The second issue had to do with the apparel provided for the team.
 
16. The Ministry’s responsibility and that of the 38 National Sporting Federations, NSFs of kitting are well spelt out. The production of general wears for Team Nigeria is always the responsibility of the Ministry of Youth and Sport Development. Procurement for the Competition Wear is the responsibility of the respective federations because of the fact that each sport requires specialized outfits. Boxing, Wrestling, Atheletics and each of the  federations need different gears. The Ministry provides budgetary support to the federations.
 
17. The quantity of competition wears given to each athlete is the decision of the particular federation. No complaints came to my notice until the Tik Tok Video posted by one of the athletes went viral. We Immediately stepped in to manage the situation. The Federation involved has been directed to provide a detailed explanation about the kit.
 
18. Team Nigeria was properly kitted for the games with a 9-item back pack using a local manufacturer in harmony with President Buhari’s policy on local content.
 
19. Before any federation which is a component of Team Nigeria however wears any brand, it must refer to the Ministry and the NOC for clearance and approval. The Ministry and NOC must be fully aware of the contract details by the Federation to protect the rights and freedoms of the athletes and ensure Nigeria’s interests are protected. In this situation, the Ministry wishes to state that the contractual arrangement between AFN and Puma prior to the Olympic Games has generated a lot of controversy between the former President of the Federation and the former Board members. I will not want to go into too much details on this issue because it is sub judice. Suffice it to say that the Ministry was not part of the agreement. The Tik Tok video on the issue was an attempt to create a media frenzy to embarrass Nigeria.  
 
20. Following from the above, the issue relating to the competition wears vis a vis the alleged arrangement with Puma is most unfortunate. I have demanded a proper investigation into this matter. Such an inquiry will unearth the truth about how some people tried to sabotage Nigeria’s participation and undermine the country and our Olympic athletes.
 
21. On assumption of office as Minister of Youth and Sports 2 years ago, I began a gradual reformation of the National Sports Federations, NSFs.  For years, a few of these federations were very badly run. These reforms will take time. There already is and will be stiff resistance from some quarters, which is what we are witnessing now. But we are resolute to establish better sport’s management, a legacy President Muhammadu Buhari is desirous of bequeathing to our sports development.  
 
22. There is much to hope for the future. In Tokyo, Most of our athletes were young and debutants – first time Olympians. They gave their all. If only we can support them in a sustained manner, they will give us future Olympic medals  and raise high the flag of Nigeria at all venues of international sports competition. We have started building a new generation of Young Nigerian athletes who will benefit immensely from the Nigerian Sports Industry Policy which will be placed before the Federal Executive Council for approval shortly. This policy will unleash the economic potential of our sports sector following President Buhari’s reclassification of sports as a business, away from recreation. This will be  the foundation for sustained sector growth and maximization of our human resources.
 
23. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics experience will move and challenge me to push our sports  to a higher level and seek a better condition for all our athletes.
 
24. Team Nigeria went to Tokyo 2020 and competed against the best in the world. Two Olympics medals and a statistical performance that has a place in the history of our Olympic participation despite being one of  our smallest contingents. We can perform even much better if we alI hold onto the lessons learnt.
 
25. I  remain grateful to all the athletes that so represented Nigeria well.
 
 
Sunday Dare
Minister of Youth and Sports Development
Abuja, August 9, 2021[/quote]

Save us the explanation and just resign

PUMA as a company policy doesn't deal with governmental entities like the Ministry of Sports because the normal thing is that it is the sporting federations like AFN that make arrangements for kits, training, sponsorship of athletes for competitions and so on. Most countries don't have a Ministry of Sports or even when they have one, they're restricted to setting policies to promote sports development in the country.
Do you know that Sunday Dare had to pay the shotput athlete who was shown laundering his only kit $1,000 to get him to remove that TikTok video?
.

Tobechuckwu:
Sacking him isn't d issue here.
Most pple don't understand how to manage situation like this nd personally Sunday Dare did d right thing , it's just unfortunate that it was d athletes that it's affected.
The past administration can't sealed a deal with PUMA with an non-disclosure contract which means no one except them know d terms of the contract. To me, this is d height of corruption.
Let every contract u sign with any organisation be open, nd I also blamed PUMA. How on earth will u signed a non-disclosure contract with an administration if PUMA isn't even corrupt?

This makes no sense. So even if you got local kits, you could not procure enough for each athlete?

Shame

presidency:
On Nigeria’s Participation at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
 
Not wanting to add to the public distraction, I have deliberately waited until the end of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games before making any observations regarding the various reports on Nigeria’s participation in the quadrennial games.
 
2. This was out of respect for our athletes who had committed so much effort and made such considerable personal sacrifice in order to represent our nation as best as they could.  Overall, we should be proud of Team Nigeria and the effort they made. The bottom line is that these games should always be about the athletes and the spirit of friendly competition and excellence the Olympics are meant to engender.
 
3. Sadly, some people seem not to have embraced either the good cause of our national athletic pursuits or the collegial and noble spirit that the Olympics promote.
 
4. The rancour and confusion some people seem intent on sowing are terribly out of place given the impressive performance of our team and good spirit with which they performed. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics are now over, which means we can begin to honestly and objectively assess what was accomplished as well as what we must do to improve performance for future contests.
 
5. Nigeria succeeded with two (2) medals - a silver in wrestling won by Blessing Oborodudu and a bronze in long jump won by Ese Brume. Their performances were inspiring for they affirmed we can and should compete at the highest levels across the full range of sports events. Yes, we had wished and worked for more medals. But we must also put things in perspective. The medal outcome at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics stands as Nigeria’s best result in the last 13 years.
 
6. Moreover, the athletes of Team Nigeria did their nation proud. Many of them reached the finals of their respective sports and, competing with all they had, were in contention for medals until the final moment. Any one who saw their efforts would have nothing but the utmost respect for them, their coaches and all the technical staff that made Tokyo possible.
 
7. I thank President Muhammadu Buhari for his unrelenting support for Sports and Youth development and indeed for the opportunity to serve and lead our participation at these games. Team Nigeria placed 74th position on the final  Olympic medal table among 205 participating countries, despite our small contingent to the games. We were 8th among 52 African countries that participated. Team Nigeria excelled in many areas that engender hope for greater success in the future.
 
8. Nigeria had five Olympic finalists in 100 meters Hurdles Women, Short Put, Long jump, Wrestling and 100 meters men. Team Nigeria broke the 13 year old jinx of no medal in Long jump and 25 years of no finalist in the men’s 100 meters,  and secured a medal in wrestling for the very first time. Overall, our performance was good and more importantly it is headed in the right direction.
 
9. While the general trends and  overall performance was positive, I must mention two unfortunate incidents that occurred.
 
10. First is the mishap resulting in 10 Team Nigeria athletes being ruled ineligible to compete for missing their mandatory Out of Competition Test, OTC. When notice of this ruling got to me, I immediately mobilized my team and the AFN leadership to see how the situation could be salvaged. We mounted a vigorous appeal process with Athletics Integrity Unit, AIU and had the team members complete the tests.  However,  timing became the critical issue . Despite our energetic appeal, the deciding committee made its announcement which gave no latitude to our team members for what was only an inadvertent lapse.
 
11. The adverse decision was painful to accept. We had prepared carefully and eagerly for the Olympics with the expectation that each person, federation, coach and athlete would also complete the necessary preparations required of them. As Minister, I ensured that all necessary approvals were done so that all requisite tests and exams could be timely completed. For me this unfortunate incident is most painful because these athletes had prepared long and hard and also in view of the challenging circumstances due to COVID-19.
 
12. As the Minister I must bear some institutional responsibility for this lapse.  I also had to depend and expect that each person in the long and often technical chain will perform their role expeditiously and with precision. Unfortunately, somewhere along the line someone failed in their responsibility and  as Minister I bear the responsibility and brunt of criticsm.  But that is not enough. I must move to ensure that Nigeria never experiences another such moment. I have ordered a full investigation that will not only uncover what happened, but will also, recommend a process where such lapses can never occur in the future and initiate leveraging compliance monitoring technology to guardrail this.
 
13. I have personally apologized to the affected athletes. Here and now, I personally apologize to all Nigerians for this ineligibility episode. The AFN has also taken responsibility and apologized to the athletes and to Nigerians.
 
14. Already, a new Medical and Anti-Doping Commission has been set up to establish a fool proof system of testing and ensure Nigeria exits the A Categorization by WADA.
Also,Blessing Okagbare remains one of our best athletes who has served Nigeria well. We emphatize with her. Nigeria will monitor closely developments around her temporary suspension and appeal.  
 
15. The second issue had to do with the apparel provided for the team.
 
16. The Ministry’s responsibility and that of the 38 National Sporting Federations, NSFs of kitting are well spelt out. The production of general wears for Team Nigeria is always the responsibility of the Ministry of Youth and Sport Development. Procurement for the Competition Wear is the responsibility of the respective federations because of the fact that each sport requires specialized outfits. Boxing, Wrestling, Atheletics and each of the  federations need different gears. The Ministry provides budgetary support to the federations.
 
17. The quantity of competition wears given to each athlete is the decision of the particular federation. No complaints came to my notice until the Tik Tok Video posted by one of the athletes went viral. We Immediately stepped in to manage the situation. The Federation involved has been directed to provide a detailed explanation about the kit.
 
18. Team Nigeria was properly kitted for the games with a 9-item back pack using a local manufacturer in harmony with President Buhari’s policy on local content.
 
19. Before any federation which is a component of Team Nigeria however wears any brand, it must refer to the Ministry and the NOC for clearance and approval. The Ministry and NOC must be fully aware of the contract details by the Federation to protect the rights and freedoms of the athletes and ensure Nigeria’s interests are protected. In this situation, the Ministry wishes to state that the contractual arrangement between AFN and Puma prior to the Olympic Games has generated a lot of controversy between the former President of the Federation and the former Board members. I will not want to go into too much details on this issue because it is sub judice. Suffice it to say that the Ministry was not part of the agreement. The Tik Tok video on the issue was an attempt to create a media frenzy to embarrass Nigeria.  
 
20. Following from the above, the issue relating to the competition wears vis a vis the alleged arrangement with Puma is most unfortunate. I have demanded a proper investigation into this matter. Such an inquiry will unearth the truth about how some people tried to sabotage Nigeria’s participation and undermine the country and our Olympic athletes.
 
21. On assumption of office as Minister of Youth and Sports 2 years ago, I began a gradual reformation of the National Sports Federations, NSFs.  For years, a few of these federations were very badly run. These reforms will take time. There already is and will be stiff resistance from some quarters, which is what we are witnessing now. But we are resolute to establish better sport’s management, a legacy President Muhammadu Buhari is desirous of bequeathing to our sports development.  
 
22. There is much to hope for the future. In Tokyo, Most of our athletes were young and debutants – first time Olympians. They gave their all. If only we can support them in a sustained manner, they will give us future Olympic medals  and raise high the flag of Nigeria at all venues of international sports competition. We have started building a new generation of Young Nigerian athletes who will benefit immensely from the Nigerian Sports Industry Policy which will be placed before the Federal Executive Council for approval shortly. This policy will unleash the economic potential of our sports sector following President Buhari’s reclassification of sports as a business, away from recreation. This will be  the foundation for sustained sector growth and maximization of our human resources.
 
23. The Tokyo 2020 Olympics experience will move and challenge me to push our sports  to a higher level and seek a better condition for all our athletes.
 
24. Team Nigeria went to Tokyo 2020 and competed against the best in the world. Two Olympics medals and a statistical performance that has a place in the history of our Olympic participation despite being one of  our smallest contingents. We can perform even much better if we alI hold onto the lessons learnt.
 
25. I  remain grateful to all the athletes that so represented Nigeria well.
 
 
Sunday Dare
Minister of Youth and Sports Development
Abuja, August 9, 2021

They named Tik-Tok twice.... soon they will ban tis-tok for embarrassing Nigeria

As for the other things written...APC cabinet members are liars so i conclude he is lying

Then, just so he could celebrate himself, he says this is the best we have done in the last 13 years; what stop at 13 years? Why not 17 years or 21 years. Simply because it was worse than those years!

In 2004, 2 medals, in 2008 5 medals, in 2012, no medals, in 2016, 1 medal...so for convenience, he uses last 13 years...IDIOT

Isobug:
I'm a good Sprinter who can ran better than all the athletes in the Nigerian Athletics team but for money and favoritsm they will select incompetent mofos. At least I should bring a gold or bronze medal for the country instead of coming back empty handed.
Corruption has eaten dip in Nigeria

To qualify for the Olympics you have to have run a certain number of meets and achieved a certain time during the preceding 4 years , and even then that gets you to the preliminary stage

Saying you are faster than our sprinters does not cut it. For 100m your time has to be below 10s to stand a chance of reaching the fina

Plus the meets you have to go for are all overseas, and you must go for a certain number yearly.That costs money. A lot of money. You eventually need sponsors

Yes i know nepotism. But the afn and sports ministry won't look at you unless you run at a set global minimum.

Adegoke who ran in the final was running less than 10s in the preceding year consiststently. That's why he was in the team for 100m.He was also a top 50 100m runner. Like all the finalists

Imagine him blaming the athlete that made the video on tiktok that "it was an attempt to embarrass Nigeria". You guys at the ministry are the embarrassment to Nigeria. All the athletes wanted was their full kit so that they don't need to "wash and wear".

Beancounter94:


To qualify for the Olympics you have to have run a certain number of meets and achieved a certain time during the preceding 4 years , and even then that gets you to the preliminary stage

Saying you are faster than our sprinters does not cut it. For 100m your time has to be below 10s to stand a chance of reaching the fina

Plus the meets you have to go for are all overseas, and you must go for a certain number yearly.That costs money. A lot of money. You eventually need sponsors

Yes i know nepotism. But the afn and sports ministry won't look at you unless you run at a set global minimum.

Adegoke who ran in the final was running less than 10s in the preceding year consiststently. That's why he was in the team for 100m.He was also a top 50 100m runner. Like all the finalists

Bros I know all these and I also actually run below 10s in 100m and below 22s in 200m. Just showing my frustrations. Thanks anyway

He should just get the hell out of there abeg.


Assess? Iffai hear!!?


He's Celebrating two medals cos its 13yrs ago we last did such??

If he becomes Governor, he'd probably do one Celebrating cos it was in pa Adesina's time it was last achieved. Mediocre Sports minister


They pushed to finals cos its their careers and not cos you put in any reasonable effort.


22 athletes, 60officials


That's the Entourage. Pot bellied oldies enjoying vacation!!!


Shame on Sunday Dare!!


We're too far into the 21st century to be speaking this essay of 2000 words instead of acting 2000ways!!!

I pray a sport lover that makes youths feel like family, without fear or prejudice, or crappy treatment, emerges.


The streets of Nigeria has enough to rep and finish on Olympics podiums.


Once more, shame to this Sports Administrators and better days for frustrated athletes that had to go through this treatment. We need learn from the Jamaicans especially. One school is renowned for producing sprinters. Let's do this!!

Ministry of sports should reflect and focus on Birmingham 2022.
Tokyo Olympics was an embarrassment and total scandal. Athlete’s support, motivation were low and investment nonexistent.

I wonder what the ministry is doing about the Nike litigation.

It was a shame not to see Nigeria progress in the traditional track and field events.

Congrats to Ese Brume for the bronze. I believe that Tobi Amusan can do better. She competed against the best and sadly none of the top 3 tripped over the hurdles. Odunayo would be a champion if she works hard and compete.
Enekwechi would do well as the world’s best would be absent.

2022 is just around the corner. Let them make hay while the sun shines.

14. Already, a new Medical and Anti-Doping Commission has been set up to establish a fool proof system of testing and ensure Nigeria exits the A Categorization by WADA.
Also,Blessing Okagbare remains one of our best athletes who has served Nigeria well. We emphatize with her. Nigeria will monitor closely developments around her temporary suspension and appeal.


A whole Minister of the most populous black nation in the world that can not make a full statement without blunder....excuse upon excuse, we had all the chances in the world to avoid this embarrassment. Those athletes tried there best but politics here and there is the reason for this failure. Oga Minister , in a saner country, you ought to have resigned by now, instead of all this Epistle.

Mtcheeeewwww Nigerian athletes that were disqualified...which useless press release dem Dey release