The sporting spirit of sports writers will be well demonstrated in Kaduna when eight media organizations gear up to battle for glory in the inaugural edition of the SWAN President Kaduna Media Cup, organized by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kaduna State Chapter.
According to a statement jointly signed by SWAN Chairman Shehu Abdullahi and Secretary Okpani Jacob Onjewu Dickson, the tournament draw was conducted over the weekend at Murtala Square, resulting in two competitive groups.
Group A features:
- Nigerian Television Authority (NTA)
- New Nigerian Newspapers (NNN)
- Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)
- Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN)
Group B includes:
- Desmims Independent Television (DITV)
Opening Day Fixtures – October 12
- 2:00 PM: NTA vs NNN
- 3:00 PM: DITV vs Correspondents Chapel
- 4:00 PM: NUJ vs FRCN
- 5:00 PM: Freedom Radio vs Invicta FM
The organizers have emphasized strict screening protocols to ensure fair play. “Please you are advised to come 30 minutes before kickoff for screening to prevent fielding of mercenaries. All players are to come along with their ID cards and one match ball,” the statement read.
The SWAN President Media Cup, which was in honour of the serving president Isaiah Benjamin promises to be a thrilling showcase of camaraderie, competition, and media excellence on the pitch.
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