Abuja, Feb. 3, 2026 (NAN) Catherine Enaohwo, Chief Executive Officer of Thrive Resource Centre, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF) through a sustainable strategy focused on grassroots talent development and long-term partnerships.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that NAqF unveiled Thrive Resource Centre in Abuja on Monday as part of efforts to strengthen its partnership base and commercial growth.
In an interview with NAN, Enaohwo said the consultancy would prioritise developing a clear structure for early identification of young swimmers, proper talent nurturing and exposure to international competitions.
According to her, the approach will enable swimmers to be grouped effectively and prepared for long-term development.
“Our work as consultants begins with designing a structure that allows us to identify swimmers at a young age, nurture them properly and ensure they gain international exposure,” she said.
Enaohwo said Thrive Resource Centre’s strength in human capital development, as well as its extensive public and private sector networks, would be leveraged to secure sustainable sponsorships and partnerships for the federation.
She explained that the organisation was targeting enduring partnerships rather than one-off sponsorships, to ensure consistent funding for local and international programmes.
“We are looking for long-term partnerships, similar to global models where value is created for both parties over time. Our focus is sustainability,” Enaohwo said.
In his remarks, the President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, Chamberlin Dunkwu, described partnerships as critical to the successful implementation of the federation’s long-term vision.
Dunkwu formally introduced Thrive Resource Centre as NAqF’s marketing consultant, saying the organisation would drive the federation’s sponsorship and commercial activities.
“Thrive Resource was carefully selected based on its proven track record, extensive strategic network and broad sectoral coverage. Its experience aligns with the ambitions of the federation,” he said.
According to Dunkwu, the partnership is aimed at attracting credible partners who share the federation’s long-term vision for sports development.
He said the collaboration would strengthen NAqF’s capacity to fund grassroots programmes, improve athlete welfare and create sustainable value for stakeholders.
Dunkwu added that the federation was focused on building a future-ready structure that would develop athletes holistically, empower coaches, strengthen technical capacity and instil discipline and life skills through sport.
“Swimming is more than medals. It is about safety, health, opportunity and hope,” he said.
He also said competitions scheduled for March and April 2026 in Abuja and Lagos would showcase emerging talents and highlight the future of aquatics in Nigeria.
Dunkwu reaffirmed NAqF’s commitment to grassroots development, strategic partnerships, excellence and global competitiveness. (NAN)
