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U.S. sports envoys, B-Girl and Lyons, have urged Nigerian youth to embrace breakdancing as a sport, highlighting its potential to elevate their dancing skills and pave the way for participation in future Olympic events.
Breakdancing, officially recognized as an Olympic sport, is set to debut at the upcoming Olympic Games.
The call was made during a grand performance hosted by the U.S. embassy's public diplomacy section in collaboration with the FAME Foundation in Abuja.
B-Girl, a leading female competitor in the breakdancing community, emphasized Nigeria's rich cultural heritage and encouraged young women to participate in the sport actively.
Lyons, representing the deaf and hard-of-hearing community in breakdancing, urged the Nigerian government to invest in breakdancing infrastructure and training programs.
He highlighted the positive impact such investments could have on youth empowerment, skill development, and international representation.
Aderonke Ogunleye-Bello, Executive Director of FAME Foundation, expressed gratitude to the U.S. sports envoys for their guidance and training, noting that it will help Nigerian breakdancers progress towards meeting international standards and prepare for future Olympic participation.
Minister of Youth and Sports Development, John Enoh, represented by Orok Effanga, reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to promoting and facilitating the growth of breakdancing in Nigeria.
This initiative aligns with breakdancing's recognition as an official Olympic sport, set to debut at the upcoming Olympic Games. Nigerian youth are encouraged to seize this opportunity to showcase their creativity, and skills, and represent their nation on a global stage.
