NSC DG APPLAUDS OGUN STATE, BETKING FOR HOSTING NATIONAL WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP.(PHOTO).

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 NSC DG applauds Ogun State, BetKing for hosting National Wheelchair Basketball Championship The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has hailed the Ogun State Government and sports betting giant, BetKing, for their instrumental role in hosting the ongoing BetKing 3×3 National Wheelchair Basketball Championship at the Alake Sports Centre in Ijeja, Abeokuta. During a visit to the championship venue, Olopade expressed admiration for the rapid development of wheelchair basketball in Nigeria and praised the collaboration between the government, the private sector, and the sport’s governing body. “I fell in love with this sport 15 years ago,” Olopade said. “What I’ve witnessed here is truly impressive — it reflects the sport’s growth and the incredible work being done by the federation, particularly Seyi Johnson and other board members.” The championship, which runs from April 3 to 7, serves as a selection ground for players who will represent N...
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ANAMBRA SON, OKAFOR LEADS THE WORLD IN NAVAL ARCHITECTURE, MARINE ENGINEERING. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 *Anambra Son, Okafor Leads The World In Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering*


Paul Nwosu 


A Nigerian Naval Officer from Ogbunike, Anambra State, Lieutenant David Chukwudera Okafor has been selected among internationally recognized maritime professionals to serve as a judge for the 2023-2024 International Ship Design Competition.


Okafor is to design the 2023-2024 terms of reference for a RoPax ferry for the Niger River waterway in Nigeria that can accommodate 150-200 passengers and space for cargoes and 15-20 four-wheelers vehicles (which could include lorries and trucks) to ply from Onitsha Jetty to Idah Jetty and from Onitsha Jetty to Ndoni Jetty on the Niger River to address the issue of unsafe transportation of passengers and cargos in the region. 


The competition, being organized by the Worldwide Ferry Safety Association is aimed at preventing ferry fatalities and expanding safe ferries globally. It was initiated in response to the tragic record of ferry fatalities in parts of developing world .


Lieutenant Okafor, also a Marine Engineer with over a decade of experience in ship design, marine technology, and project management excels as a Naval Architect and Project Manager at Naval Dockyard Limited. He has been leading innovative marine projects, ensuring compliance with international standards, and optimizing production efficiency.


He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture from the State University of New York, Maritime College USA, a Master's degree in Engineering Management from the University of Hull, UK and he is pursuing a PhD in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, UK. He is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), and a member of COREN, NSE, NIIA, and SNAME among others. He has received several awards such as the Chief of the Naval Staff Commendation award certificate in 2023 for his contribution to the design and construction of Nigerian Navy Ships. 


Beyond his professional achievements, Lieutenant Okafor is committed to environmental sustainability and safety in marine projects.


 Okafor, who is balancing a successful career with a fulfilling family life as a husband and father is being celebrated in Anambra as role model.

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