By Amaechi Agbo

Nigeria Taekwondo Federation, NTF, has rolled out drums to appreciate their sponsors who supported Nigeria’s contingent to the just concluded President Cup in Morrocco.

In an appreciation message, NTF technical director and three-time Olympian, Engr. Chukwumerije stated: “We asked Nigerians for support, and they gave it to us. Our trip was built on donations of N1,000 and more, from the common vendor on the street to the crème de la crème of Nigerian societies. Everyone was just giving enough to ensure the National Team got to Morocco. For this, we are very grateful.

“Without them, Nigeria’s presence would not have registered at this important continental championship – the 3rd WT President’s Cup [Africa Region], that had 620 registrations, 431 competitors from 52 countries. We would not have been in Morocco to make Nigeria proud; to fight for world ranking points, experience and to develop our youths, if these empathetic Nigerians did not contribute to support the National Team.

“We even attended the African Congress, engaged in the political process and got five Nigerians appointed into five different committees of the World Taekwondo Africa body. Imagine that; just because Nigerians of all walks of life supported us a little.

“We are certain that solid Investment in our today gives us a fighting chance for a better tomorrow. Thus, we are grateful to these individuals, whose combined contributions and investment made it possible for us to be Morocco. We are very grateful that they could relate with our dreams and our hard work at only a moment’s notice. May the Almighty replenish your pockets.”