By Abuja, Nigeria
In an effort to promote grassroots sport, Government Junior Secondary School, Waru, Apo District of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja held it’s inter-house sport on Saturday, February 7th, 2026.
The event which took place at the school’s football pitch witnessed the students competing in different sporting activities such as match pass, 4×4 relay, 100 metre hurdle and volley ball.
At the end of the competition, Red House came first, Blue House, second, while Green House came third. The students from the various houses were presented with medals and trophy.
Speaking with AfrikTimes‘ reporter who monitored the event, the Principal of the school, Mrs. Chinelu Chikanso Saint the inter-house has become a tradition for the school to balance academics with extracurricular activities. She reiterated that all students can’t be Doctors and Lawyers, emphasizing the need to discover talents from the grassroots.
“All students can’t excell through the classroom as Doctors and the rest. We prioritize other activities like sports so that those good in that area can discover themselves early and start pursuing a career along that line.”
A teacher in the school who spoke with AfrikTimes on the condition of anonymity said some talents have already been discovered through such activities but they were not promoted further due to some challenges. He however appreciated the school management for not relenting despite such challenges.
“Some footballers and athletes have been discovered through from this school through such sport activities but promoting them beyond here is the major problem. But still, I appreciate the school management for always doing this despite the shortcomings.”
Highlight of the event was the presentation of trophies and other gift items to the winners.
