The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has urged workers in the Ministry to imbibe the habit of regular exercise for improved physical, mental well-being and enhanced productivity.
The Minister gave the advice while declaring open the 5th Edition of the Federal Education Sector Games (FEDUGAM) in Lafia, Nasarawa State.
Represented by the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Lafia, Professor Shehu AbdulRahman, Dr Alausa said FEDUGAM serves as a platform to promote unity among participating agencies under the Ministry.
“This event is important to the Federal Ministry of Education and all the agencies in the ministry. This helps in promoting unity among ourselves, and where there is unity, peace will also reign,” he said.
The Minister further urged participants to engage in exercise to improve their health, noting that the annual event is designed to enhance productivity.
“I urge you to engage in exercise and improve your health. This event is being exercised annually to help improve our health and promote productivity,” he added.
The Chairman of the Main Organising Committee, Dr. Saeed Yusuf, expressed gratitude to the Minister for his interest in the games.
He appreciated the support of the Ministry’s management staff, the Permanent Secretary, Permanent Secretary, FME, Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan and the Nasarawa State Government.
The 5th Edition of FEDUGAM features various sporting events, including football, basketball, tennis, and athletics, with participation from over 20 agencies under the Ministry.
