Abuja witnessed a powerful display of unity and compassion as thousands joined the 2026 International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, blending fitness with impactful humanitarian outreach.
Led by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, the event began with a Presidential Peace Walk from Unity Fountain to Eagles Square, drawing participants from across society and promoting national cohesion.
Top sports stakeholders, including Mallam Shehu Dikko, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, and Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, were in attendance, alongside key partners.
At Eagles Square, participants engaged in an energetic aerobics session, before the outreach moved to the IDP Camp in Apo, where sporting activities brought joy to residents.
The initiative also delivered relief materials and cash support to families, reinforcing the day’s impact.
Adeboye commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support for grassroots sports, noting that the initiative goes beyond celebration to restore hope and uplift lives.
The event reflected the global theme, “Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers,” showcasing sport as a tool for unity, inclusion, and national development.
