There are indications that the Federal Government might soon lift the ban on contact sports.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Youth and Sports developments, plans have been perfected to ensure the return of all sporting events, including football.
A copy of the statement obtained by The Heritage Times notes that the plans are subject to the approval of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 who will ensure that Covid-19 protocols are adhered to.
“The Ministry has done all that’s necessary and required, especially with regard to the COVID-19 protocols.
“The PTF, Health Ministry, and National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) have also guided appropriately,” the statement said.
It would be recalled that all contact sports were suspended following the outbreak of Covid-19 that led to a shutdown of economic and social activities worldwide.
Moves made to lift the ban will bring succour to millions of sports stakeholders who have been counting losses since the ban was imposed in March 2020.
