In ensuring accurate reportage of sporting events, sports writers in Ogun state have been charged to continually uphold the virtue of integrity and mutual respect in the cause of performing their professional responsibilities.

 Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka, gave the charge during a training for Mass Communication students at Chrisland University, Abeokuta, organised by the Ogun State Sports Writers Association of Nigerian (SWAN), in commemoration of the 2024 World Sports Journalist Day.

Hon. Wasiu noted that news reports published by sports writers should reflect essence of sporting activities, urging them to renew their commitment to excellence and dedication, as well as display the spirit of sportsmanship in the discharge of their duties.

The Commissioner revealed that SWAN had redefined Sports Journalism through their concerted efforts, especially in training the students on advanced specialised sports writing, stating that the initiative would engender professionalism.

Earlier in his address, the SWAN Chairman, Mr. Micheal Ogunsiji said the reason for celebrating the Day was to create awareness of sports around the world, commending Journalists who had made immeasurable sacrifices for sports coverage and reportage.  

On his part, a former Vice President of SWAN, Deacon Kunle Oluwusi urged the students to be ready to face the challenges of the job, in order to succeed as sports writers in the future