By Jamila Abba
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has appointed the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Correspondent in Taraba State, Sani Sulaiman, as National Ex-Officio member of its National Executive Committee (NEC) and a member of the Independent Investigative Committee (IIC).
The appointments were conveyed in two separate letters dated October, 2026, signed by SWAN Secretary-General, Ikenna Okonkwo, ANIPR, on behalf of the National President, Isaiah Benjamin.
According to the letters, Sulaiman’s appointment as National Ex-Officio recognises his experience, commitment to sports journalism and capacity to contribute to the growth and development of the association.
He is expected to discharge his responsibilities diligently, uphold the SWAN Constitution and work with the National President, NEC members and other stakeholders to advance the association’s objectives.
His appointment to the IIC reflects the association’s confidence in his professional judgment, integrity and ability to contribute to the objective investigation of matters referred to the committee.
The IIC is responsible for examining complaints, gathering relevant information, conducting authorised interviews and presenting objective findings to promote accountability, transparency, fairness and institutional integrity within SWAN.
The Secretary-General said the appointments take immediate effect. He congratulated Sulaiman and expressed confidence that his contributions would strengthen accountability and institutional discipline within the association.
Sulaiman is the immediate past Chairman of the SWAN Taraba State chapter.
Editing By Safiyah Abdulkadir
