From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar
The Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Cross River State chapter, Comrade Michael Akpang, has been appointed a member of the association’s National Media, Publicity and Marketing Committee.
A statement issued to journalists in Calabar by SWAN’s National Secretariat on October 12, 2026, said Akpang’s appointment was part of efforts to strengthen the association’s communication strategy, publicity, marketing and engagement with stakeholders in the sports and media industries.
The committee is chaired by SWAN Deputy Secretary-General, Samuel Ahmadu, with Cecilia Omorogbe as Vice-Chairman and Enitan Obadina as Secretary.
Other members include Cosmos Chukwuemeka, representing the South-East; Frank Idemudia Alapa of the North-Central; and Usman Abbas Shehu, popularly known as Osculator, representing the North-East.
According to the statement signed by SWAN Secretary-General, Ikenna Okonkwo, the committee is expected to coordinate media relations, improve the dissemination of official information and promote the association’s programmes and activities.
It will also explore marketing initiatives and strategic partnerships to enhance SWAN’s visibility, support its programmes and create greater value for members.
The establishment of the committee forms part of broader administrative measures approved by the association’s National Executive Committee to strengthen governance, improve institutional efficiency and advance the interests of sports journalists across Nigeria.
The National Secretariat added that SWAN President, Isaiah Benjamin, had congratulated the appointees and expressed confidence in their ability to contribute their experience and professional expertise towards achieving the association’s objectives.