Nasarawa Governor congratulates Teenage tennis sensation on heroic feat in Lagos

Posted : 26 August 2024

Thrilled by the outstanding performance of 12-year-old tennis player, Shuaibu Ismail, at the just-concluded Adewale Isa Junior Tennis Tournament held from 13th-17th August at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, has extended his warmest congratulations to the Nasarawa State-born tennis prodigy.

It is recalled that young Ismail defied all odds to navigate his way to the semi-finals of the championship, reserved for athletes aged 12-16, with nearly sixty participants drawn from across Nigeria. He clinched a bronze medal.

The Governor acknowledged Ismail's achievement in making the state proud.

Governor Sule, who adopted the youngster over three years ago and took on the sponsorship of his tennis career, has applauded his talent and ingenuity.

At one of the receptions held for the tennis prodigy at the Nasarawa State Government House in Lafia, Sule disclosed that "Ismail's remarkable performance and commitment to the sport have brought both glory and honor to the State, making the people proud."

In another forum, the Governor acknowledged the hard work, perseverance, and passion of the Nasarawa Eggon-born boy whose exceptional skills and talent on the tennis court are paying off through his accomplishments, describing it as a testament to the bright future of tennis in Nasarawa State.

The son of Nasarawa State Tennis Coach, Shuaibu Usman, Ismail has participated in dozens of Junior Tennis Championships, both in Nigeria and abroad, under the Governor's sponsorship, with impressive results.

The Nasarawa State's number one citizen sees young Ismail as an inspiration to many athletes in the State and believes that the youngster will achieve even greater heights, like the feats attained by tennis greats Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Andre Agassi in the near future.

Determined to make Nasarawa State the home of sports in Nigeria, Gov. Sule said he would continue to distinguish himself and his administration by creating enabling environments for the growth and development of sports and talent. He promised to provide adequate and constant resources while ensuring the renovation of existing sports infrastructure and constructing new ones to meet global standards.

He also promised to reward hard work and excellence, regardless of where it originates, believing that this will encourage stakeholders to go the extra mile and make a greater impact in their chosen fields, thereby making the State proud.

Gov. Sule's instant response to the athlete's achievement in Lagos is a prelude to even greater things to come for Nasarawa State's sports athletes and key stakeholders.

While teenage tennis sensation Ismail continues to strive for success and excellence, it is hoped that he will receive the honor of the Governor's invite to present his 'golden' bronze to the State's Chief Executive, in appreciation of the numerous investments made in him.

Nasarawa Governor congratulates Teenage tennis sensation on heroic feat in Lagos

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