FATSSSA PRESS -- University of Ibadan, Nigeria

by John Bukunmi Sports has become a subject of considerable debate within society, evolving into a social mechanism that facilitates expression, interpretation, and the configuration of meaning. Its influence spans numerous aspects of both public and private life, and it is frequently utilized as a tool for propaganda and politics. The manifesto released by Omodara Tolani Peter during his candidacy for the position of Sports Director at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ibadan, outlines several proposals aimed at promoting a more inclusive and diversified sports culture. Some of these proposals have been partially implemented, while others remain stagnant due to various challenges. Promotion, Inclusion, and Recognition of Other Sports and Athletes It has come to light that many sports, particularly those outside the mainstream, have been neglected in the faculty's sports agenda. Football, for instance, has historically been prioritized over other sporting activities, re...