Nigerian athlete and global Champion in 100-metre hurdles, Oluwatobi Amusan has been appointed as Ogun State Sports Ambassador.
Governor Dapo Abiodun who announced this when he played host to the current World, Commonwealth and African champion at his Oke Mosan Abeokuta office also presented the sum of five million naira and a house to the star athlete.
Governor Abiodun described Amusan as a role model for the girl child and a point of contact for other youths in the country to renew their hope in hard work, persistence, faith and diligence.
Governor Abiodun who urged youths in the sector to ensure a seamless combination of their Sporting activities and education without any clash of interest gave the assurance that the Ijebu Ode stadium would be made available and in good shape, for the star athlete to train during her stay in the country.
In a remark, the World Commonwealth and African 100 meters Champion, Tobi Amusan who commended Governor Abiodun for his support, also called on other tiers of the government and development partners to do more for athletes.
Bolanle Adesida
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