Mali's Minister of Youth and Sports, Abdoul Kassim Ibrahim Fomba, recently attended two major events at the Palais des sports Salamatou Maïga. The first event involved the presentation of the new bureau of the Fédération malienne de hippisme et des sports équestres (FMHSE), which took place on October 17 during an elective general assembly. The second event was the ceremony to hand over the national flag to the national arm wrestling team, which will participate in the World Cup in New Delhi, India, from October 26 to November 6.
During the presentation of the new FMHSE bureau, Minister Fomba congratulated Sékou Djigué, the new president, and emphasized the importance of unity and duty. He encouraged the new team to work together, stressing that sports should transcend differences to serve the youth. Fomba assured them of his support and guidance while emphasizing the need to adhere to the laws and regulations governing sports in Mali.
In response, Sékou Djigué expressed his gratitude for Minister Fomba's availability to support the development of equestrian sports across the country. Djigué highlighted the role of sports in uniting the population, promoting physical health, and fostering cohesion. He noted that sports bring joy, tranquility, and strengthen national unity.
Following the presentation ceremony, Minister Fomba handed over the national flag to the national arm wrestling team, which consists of seven members led by Djibril Diarra and Békaye Diawara. The team is set to depart for New Delhi on October 25. Fomba urged the team to defend Mali's colors with patriotism and pride, representing the country and the Transition President, General Assimi Goïta.
The national arm wrestling team's captain, Mohamed Coulibaly, also known as Lil Bougou, promised to fight to make the national colors shine in New Delhi. Bani Touré, the national technical director of the Malian Arm Wrestling Federation, expressed gratitude to the Transition authorities and assured Minister Fomba that the team would defend the national flag with honor and dignity.
The Malian Equestrian Federation's new president, Sékou Djigué, was elected on October 17, and the new bureau's establishment marks a significant development in the country's equestrian sports sector. The FMHSE's new leadership is expected to promote and develop equestrian sports across Mali.
The national arm wrestling team's participation in the World Cup in India is a significant milestone for the sport in Mali. With Minister Fomba's support and encouragement, the team is expected to make a strong showing in the competition. Key points include:
Key points
- The new bureau of the Malian Equestrian Federation was presented on October 17.
- The national arm wrestling team will participate in the World Cup in New Delhi, India.
- Minister Fomba emphasized the importance of unity and duty in sports development.
