..Banks on “big pocket and contacts to revive Wrestling.
Veterans Wrestlers of Nigeria President, Morris Atula paid a special visit to National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman, Malam Shehu Dikko Thursday, seeking his being endorsed as next President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation.
Atula, former Nigeria Commonwealth and World Wrestling Champion told Dikko that he has the required large pocket and contacts for Nigerian Wrestling to be among the best in the world.
Atula who recently relocated to Nigeria after four decades in Europe said,” I have the local and International partners ready to contribute to revival of our Wrestling. I have the; exposure , passion and contacts to generate and develop the talents begging for exposure. Beside knowing what the Federation need immediately, I’m certain of sponsorship from abroad, Companies and Sports loving individuals. I’m also confident that state Governors all over the country would appreciate our drive and fully support our programs “.
While appreciating the appointment of Dikko and Bukola Olapade as NSC Chairman and Director General, Atula said he, Veteran Wrestlers are inspired to play key roles in revival of Wrestling.
“It’s a case of matching big pocket with passion , experience and technocrats I have worked hard to rule the Wrestling World and got lot of experience doing business in different parts of the world. I personally appreciate the outgoing board hence the NSC leadership should flag off this positive and bold move to fully develop Wrestling ,” said the Edo Wrestling Association chairman as he vowed a special health care program alongside regular training and competitions in all 36 States of the nation, including the FCT.
