*Says renewed mandate a reflection of trust, confidence members have in his leadership
The President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod has congratulated Mr. Isaiah Kemje Benjamin over his reelection as the President of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN).
Engineer Nimrod, who is also a patron of SWAN, expressed this in a statement dated August 30, 2026, made available to sports writers in Kaduna.
“I, Engineer Musa Nimrod, Patron of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, SWAN, warmly congratulate Comrade Isaiah Kemje Benjamin on his reelection as National President of SWAN during the association’s elections held on Friday, 28th August 2026 in Kaduna.
“This renewed mandate is a reflection of the trust and confidence that members of SWAN have in your leadership, vision, and commitment to the growth of sports journalism in Nigeria,” he said.
Nimrod explained that his first term laid a solid foundation of unity, professionalism, and advocacy for sports writers.
“I am confident that this second term will build on those achievements and bring greater progress to the association and to the practice of sports reporting in the country.
“As Patron, I assure you and the newly elected executives of my continued support as you work to advance the welfare of members, uphold ethical standards, and project Nigerian sports positively at home and abroad.
“Once again, congratulations. I pray that your tenure will be peaceful, impactful, and memorable,” he said.