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Former president Goodluck Jonathan has advocated for retirement funds for Nigerian Athletes.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed the struggles Nigerian athletes face after their active careers.
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Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for a 25,000-capacity stadium in Yenagoa, Jonathan emphasised the need for a well-managed fund to provide lifelong financial security for retired athletes.
What Jonathan said
Jonathan has called for the establishment of retirement funds to support Nigerian athletes who have brought pride to the country.
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"We must make sure that anybody who made the country proud should be taken care of until that person dies, and that will encourage young men and women to invest 100 per cent of their skills and lives into sports," Jonathan said.
Jonathan expressed regret over not initiating such a program during his presidency, noting that many Nigerian athletes who have won international medals are often left to struggle financially after their retirement.
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"I always feel sad when I see people who have promoted the name Nigeria and gone for international games, either the Commonwealth or Olympics, and win medals, immediately after, there are all kinds of ceremonies, but after that, they are forgotten," he said.
The former President urged the chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC) to consider the idea, which could also be implemented at the state level.
He stressed that the fund should be managed by reputable individuals to ensure transparency and accountability.
Jonathan also commended Governor Douye Diri's vision and leadership, expressing hope that the stadium project would be completed within the 24-month target.
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The stadium, which is part of activities marking Governor Diri's five years in office, is expected to boost sports development in the state.
Overall, Jonathan's call for retirement funds for Nigerian athletes highlight the need for a more sustainable and supportive system for the country's sports heroes.
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