The Deputy Editor, African Newspapers of Nigeria, Plc and immediate past Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Oyo State chapter, Mr Adeniyi Alebiosu will be conferred with the prestigious Veteran Journalist Award by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, (SWAN)
The award ceremony is lined up as part of activities marking the 60th anniversary of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, (SWAN scheduled to hold from 29th to 31st October, 2025 in Abuja.
A letter from the umbrella body of sports journalists in the country signed by its Secretary General Mr Ikenna Okonkwo, explained that the award will be conferred on Mr Alebiosu in recognition of his “outstanding contributions, professionalism and enduring service to the growth and integrity of sports journalism in Nigeria”.
The Association noted with satisfaction that Mr Alebiosu has, over the years, inspired generations of journalists through his commitment, mentorship and passion for the craft.
The award of recognition from SWAN NEC is the latest in series of awards for the renowned sports journalist who recently received a similar award of honour from Oyo State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists on Thursday, 16th October 2025 at the Dapo Aderogba Hall, Press Centre Iyaganku in Ibadan.
Mr Niyi Alebiosu, who served as the State Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria in Oyo State between 2016 and 2023, is currently the Public Relations Officer of the Paralympics Committee of Nigeria (PCN) as well as a member of Petitions Committee for the National Sports Federation Elections and Nigeria Football Federation Committee.
Mr Alebiosu whose experience and practice spanned over two decades, is widely traveled and had covered multiple editions of various national and international sports competitions including National Sports Festivals, All Africa Games, Olympics,Commonwealth Games,and the World Cup.
