By Ikemefuna Asika, Awka
Anambra State Police Commissioner, CP Aderemi Adeoye has described Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) as an association that has always played an important role in shaping commentaries, moulding opinions and galvanising support for national teams and also determine the way local teams are perceived across the globe.
Adeoye stated this when newly elected executives of SWAN Anambra State chapter led by Patrick Chimezie Anaso paid him a courtesy visit in his office at the Command Headquarters, Amawbia, Awka South Council Area.
The Police Boss pointed out that SWAN is an important body and pivotal pillar of journalism in Nigeria and that SWAN has done a noble service to the country for decades.
He called on the new executive to keep the flag flying and keep Nigerians informed about sporting activities.
” So with the antecedents of SWAN , I have no doubt that you will continue to play an important role in the society. I have no doubt in my mind that your administration will succeed, because you have all it takes”
He gave an assurance that the command would partner the Anambra State chapter of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria in its sporting activities during their 2023 SWAN week coming up in December, this year.
Adeoye also hinted that plans were on by his leadership, to collaborate with the sports journalists in organising a sporting games for all the security agencies in the State.
Earlier the Chairman of SWAN Anambra state chapter, Chimezie Anaso extolled the pivotal and traditional role the Police play in the security component of the Society and more specifically the way the Police Command in Anambra State has helped to provide an enabling environment for sports to thrive.
According to him, sports can only take place under a peaceful and tranquil environment, so, Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, Anambra Chapter is willing and ready to partner with the Anambra State Police command to evolve that.
He noted that while the Police takes care of the kinetic approach to security, SWAN wishes to extend her hand of collaboration in the area of non kinetic approach to ensure a peaceful society.
” It is important to mention Mr CP Sir that sports is not just an entertainment agent but a reformer and transformer of youths in many societies which if applied becomes profitable. Let me assure you and declare the willingness of SWAN, Anambra State chapter to collaborate with your command in the effort to evolve a peaceful, secure, and liveable Anambra State where sports lovers can play and compete without fear or hindrance.”
