President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday congratulated members of the Nigerian team to the recently concluded Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, for their sterling performance at the games.
Jonathan, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, particularly applauded the elating accomplishment of Blessing Okagbare who dominated the female sprint events, and other athletes who won medals for the country at the games.
According to him, the athletes’ impressive performance at the games which resulted in Nigeria placing 8th out of 71 participating countries is a further demonstration of the indomitable spirit of Nigerians and the great heights they can attain with hard work, commitment, dedication, courage and patriotism.
He assured the athletes and their handlers that his administration will continue to do its best to encourage them and support sports development in the country.
The President looked forward to receiving and honouring the medal winners and their coaches at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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