UNILAG and LASU to Co-Host Best Ever FASU Games
The last time Nigeria hosted the FASU Games was 20 years ago in Bauchi State, in 2004. This year's event carries the theme "Lagos 2024, Unite, Compete, Excel."
The Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, has expressed confidence that the upcoming 11th All-Africa University Games (FASU), to be co-hosted with the University of Lagos (UNILAG), will be the most remarkable edition yet.
Speaking at the Pre-FASU Games seminar held at LASU in preparation for the event scheduled from September 20 to September 29, Prof. Olatunji-Bello emphasized the significance of collaboration between the two universities in ensuring the success of the games.
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The last time Nigeria hosted the FASU Games was 20 years ago in Bauchi State, in 2004. This year's event carries the theme "Lagos 2024, Unite, Compete, Excel."
Addressing attendees, Prof. Olatunji-Bello stressed the importance of unity and teamwork in organizing the games, urging participants to prioritize the interests of the state and the competition above individual rivalry.
She highlighted the merger of the organizing committees of UNILAG and LASU as a pivotal step towards hosting a memorable event, emphasizing the celebration of African diversity and talent that the FASU Games represent.
The Vice Chancellor expressed optimism about Nigeria's performance in the competition, emphasizing the commitment of both universities to make history and emerge victorious.
The seminar served as a platform to refine ideas and plans for the upcoming games, reinforcing the shared goal of delivering a world-class sporting event that showcases the best of African university sportsmanship and talent.