By Our Correspondent
The Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission, Alhaji Muhammad Tukur Babangida, has congratulated Coach David Egbunu, head coach of the Kano State Gymnastics Team, on his appointment by the Nigeria Gymnastics Federation (NGF).
Egbunu was appointed Assistant Coach 1 for the Women’s Power Tumbling and Double Mini Trampoline category.
Babangida conveyed the congratulatory message when Egbunu paid him a courtesy visit at his office and presented his official appointment letter from the federation.
The chairman described the appointment as a significant achievement and a source of pride for Kano State. He said it reflected Egbunu’s professionalism, dedication and contributions to the development of gymnastics in Nigeria.
According to Babangida, the appointment also demonstrated that Kano State has highly skilled coaches capable of attaining prestigious positions and contributing to sports development at national and international levels.
He assured Egbunu that the Kano State Sports Commission would continue to support coaches and create opportunities for them to develop their careers and excel in their respective fields.
Babangida wished Egbunu good health, wisdom and success in his new assignment, urging him to continue promoting the image of Kano State and Nigeria through gymnastics.
In response, Egbunu thanked the chairman for his support, encouragement and confidence in him.
He pledged to remain committed to the development of gymnastics and to uphold the good name of Kano State and Nigeria wherever he represents them.
