Equestrian Sports

Horse Racing Federation Chief Thanks NTA Sports 24 for Development Award

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14 minutes ago

December 20, 2025

The National Coordinator of the Nigeria Horse Racing Federation, Abubakar Dangi Mustapha, has expressed deep appreciation to NTA Sports 24 for the award and honour bestowed on him in recognition of his contributions to the promotion and development of horse racing in Nigeria.

Mustapha was among the distinguished award recipients at the NTA Sports 24 Maiden of the Year Party and Awards Night, an event that celebrated outstanding individuals and organisations making significant impacts across various sports in the country.

Speaking after receiving the award, Mustapha described the honour as a recognition of the consistent programmes and initiatives implemented by the Nigeria Horse Racing Federation over the years to create awareness and stimulate interest in the sport nationwide.

According to him, the federation has remained committed to repositioning horse racing as a major sporting and cultural attraction in Nigeria through structured competitions, grassroots engagement, and improved organisation of racing events.

He also commended NTA Sports 24 for its sustained media support, noting that the partnership with the sports channel has significantly enhanced the visibility of horse racing and helped the sport reach a broader audience across the country.

“With the support of the media, especially NTA Sports 24, horse racing is beginning to get the mileage it deserves. This recognition encourages us to do even more to take the sport to the next level,” Mustapha said.

He further assured stakeholders and enthusiasts that the federation would continue to prioritise the development of horse racing by creating opportunities for young talents and strengthening the sport as a viable and sustainable component of Nigeria’s sporting landscape.

The awards night brought together key stakeholders in Nigerian sports, celebrating excellence, dedication and long-term contributions to sports development across the nation.

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Equestrian Sports

Morocco Hosts A First In Africa Equestrian Sports Awards –

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2 years ago

January 12, 2024

Kunle Solaja

“The Gallop of Stars, the Lights on the Track” is the theme as the best riders and horses in Morocco for the year just gone by were honored last Saturday in the green city of Rabat.

It was the 17^th edition of the “Trophée Maroc Equestre” which is a unique ceremony on the continent.

This special edition was marked by a special tribute to the “Men of the Shadows” of the equestrian field, for their dedication and commitment to the horse.

Several renowned riders and personalities from the world of sports and culture were also honored for their role in promoting the richness and diversity of Moroccan equestrian sports.

This spectacular celebration of the Moroccan equestrian world was not only a showcase of equestrian prowess, but also a vibrant tribute to the unsung heroes of the discipline and celebrated the performances of 47 champions of the year, divided into 10 categories.

Moroccan equestrian art being an important part of the country’s culture, especially with the famous Tbourida, this ceremony was an opportunity to confirm that all the factors are in place to say that equestrianism and equestrian sports in Morocco are passionately pursued.

The means are thus put in place for Morocco to continue to be present in the sphere of high-level equestrian sports under the impulse of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, who encourages its practice and development.

This impulse is translated on the ground by the work of the Royal Moroccan Federation of Equestrian Sports and its president Charif Moulay Abdallah Alaoui, who has placed at the disposal of Moroccan riders all the necessary means to make Moroccan equestrian sports shine in the world.