The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) will this weekend begin activities marking its 60th Anniversary and Awards Ceremony with special religious services across the country.
In a statement signed by the Chairman and Secretary of the SWAN @60 Media and Publicity Committee, Chimezie Anaso and Hembadoon Orsar, they announced the events will begin with a Jumat Prayer on Friday, October 24, followed by a Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
The statement noted that the prayers and thanksgiving would take place simultaneously in all SWAN state chapters and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
“The National Leadership of SWAN under the presidency of Mr. Isaiah Benjamin invites government functionaries, sports lovers, members of the association, and the general public to join SWAN members in thanking God for a successful 60-year journey,” the statement said.
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It added that the prayers will also serve as an avenue to seek divine blessings for the safety of members and greater success for Nigeria’s sportsmen and women.
“It will also be an opportunity for us to collectively pray for the protection of members, better sports fortune for Nigeria’s athletes, and a more prosperous sports sector,” the committee explained.
The SWAN Diamond Jubilee and Award Ceremony will feature the association’s Full Council Meeting, comprising the National Executive Council, Zonal Vice Presidents and Secretaries, as well as State Chairmen and Secretaries.
“All anniversary activities, including the awards, will hold at the National Stadium, Abuja, between October 29 and 31,” the statement concluded.