2018 December 31 | New Nigerian Politics

Nigeria’s sports minister ‘cultural outfit’ draws mixed reactions

Posted by admin National Politics, Plateau, Soccer, Sports, State News, Top Stories, Track & Field Monday, December 31st, 2018

Nigerians have expressed divergent views as the country’s Minister of Youth and Sports Solomon Dalong appeared half-naked in cultural wear at a carnival in his hometown, Tarok, Plateau state. According to the minister, the carnival, Ntim Otarok Cultural Carnival, is a “demonstration of bravery and show of strength.” It is an annual celebration aimed at […]

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