The Chika Chukwumerije Sports Foundation (CCSF) is set to host a one-day self-defense workshop for girls today at Springhall British School in Abuja.
Chukwumerije, a medalist from the Beijing 2008 Olympics, noted that the taekwondo and Olympic enlightenment workshop has received an overwhelming number of registrations.
“We planned just for 50 participants but we have been caught off guard and overwhelmed by the interest in the workshop, especially the self-defense classes. We have just 25 slots for the self-defense workshop but over 80 girls have signed up and 65 persons for the taekwondo & Olympics workshop.“
Tagged ‘Inspire the Future‘ the closed workshop is part of a range of sporting activities across various schools in Nigeria being organized by the French Embassy to showcase its dynamism in the period of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Using the Olympian platform to inspire young people leaves a lasting impression that yields positive dividends for decades to come.
He added: “The stories of Olympians is often one of people who dares to dream to be the best in their sport and then through hard work, diligence and commitment bring those dreams to reality and become symbols of excellence in their respective sports.
“This workshop is about inspiring these young ones and giving them the courage to dream big. It is also sharing with them virtues and mindset that would help turn their dreams into reality over time.”
Head of Administration of Springhall British School, Mrs. Sophia Anegbeh, lauded the programme, noting how excited the kids are about the event.
The event is powered by the French Embassy in Nigeria and the French Institute.
