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 Kaduna Targets ₦120bn IGR In 2026 — KADIRS Chairman   Kaduna State has set an Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) target of ₦120 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, with the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) expected to play a central role in achieving the target. The Executive Chairman of KADIRS, Jerry Adams, FCTI, FNIM, FCE, CNA, disclosed this during the Service’s Annual Performance Review, Work Plan, and Strategic Retreat.  He explained that although the state government approved ₦74 billion as KADIRS’ official revenue target, the Service raised its internal benchmark to ₦80.09 billion to motivate staff to exceed expectations. He further stated that the proposed 2026 budget by the Kaduna State Planning and Budget Commission stands at ₦117.28 billion, with KADIRS expected to generate ₦74.28 billion, while Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are projected to generate ₦43.24 billion. According to Adams, the retreat was convened to strengthen implement...

SECOND NATIONAL PARA-GAMES KICKS-OFF DECEMBER 8-14TH, 2023 IN ABUJA.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

PRESS RELEASE 

SECOND NATIONAL PARA-GAMES KICKS-OFF DECEMBER 8, 2023 IN ABUJA


The Honourable Minister of Sports Development Senator John Owan Enoh has  said that arrangement has been concluded for the successful hosting of the Second Edition of the National Para-Sports Festival scheduled to take place between  8 - 16 December, 2023 in Abuja.

The Minister who disclosed this today in his office at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja, stated that the  Second Edition of the Para-Sports Games is aimed at giving people with disability (PLWD) in sports a sense of belonging and opportunity to exhibit all potentials in
 them.

Senator Owan Enoh stated further that the cardinal objective of the  Games is the promotion of keen and healthy competition amongst Para Athletes under an atmosphere of sportsmanship and friendly interaction with a view to enhancing and strengthening national unity, peace and stability in the country as well as in the identification of Para Athletes that could represent the country at international competitions.

The creation of the Federal Ministry of Sports Development by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Administration to drive the industry, Senator Owan Enoh said, was another demonstration and commitment of the Federal Government towards ensuring that sports cater for the growing needs of our teeming youth of all categories with no discrimination.

He added that organising and hosting of the National Para-Sports Festival by the Ministry  was based on the impressive performances of the athletes at various national and international competitions over the years.

With this development, he said, *it is expected that attention will be focused on other Para Sports that have not had the opportunity of showcasing their talents, let alone participating in major sporting events either locally or internationally*

The Minister who has passionate support for Para-Sports, explained that it has become necessary to create dedicated medium to coordinate, promote and manage the development of Para – Sports in Nigeria.

This he said, will make it possible to utilize sports as a veritable tool for accelerated social integration and inclusion of persons living with disabilities, in line with the Ministry’s deliverables on eight priority areas of Government of which the Federal Ministry of Sports Development was committed to its full implementation  so as to provide our teeming youth with employment 
opportunity, alleviate poverty amongst them with a view to ensuring peace and stability in the nation.

Senator Owan Enoh stated further that the Ministry firmly believes that, with adequate attention and investment, Para- Athletes will not only enjoy new phase of life and livelihood but also contribute to our Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as well as enhance Nigeria’s chances of winning more medals at future International Competitions and Games.

He disclosed that thirty-six states of the Federation including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are expected to participate in this year's competition with over three thousand (3000) athletes

The Minister therefore called on corporate bodies, all well-meaning Nigerians  and relevant stakeholders to support the efforts of the government 
and invest in Para Sports Athletes, stressing that the Ministry remains committed to providing new opportunities for Para-Sports development in Nigeria.

The sports that will feature in the Second Edition of the Games include Para Powerlifting, Wheelchair Tennis, Para Badminton, Wheelchair Basketball, Para Athletics, Para Soccer, Para Canoe, Para Swimming, Para Shooting, Para Table Tennis, Sitting Volleyball, Amputee Football, Para Taekwondo and Para Karate.

Signed
Mohammed Manga *FCAI*
Director, Press & Public Relations

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