The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ondo State Chapter, has criticised the management of the Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA) over alleged salary cuts and what it described as poor coordination with key stakeholders in the state’s football ecosystem.
The position was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the association’s meeting held in Akure on Thursday and presided over by its Chairman, Segun Giwa.
The communiqué was signed by Adewale Momoh, Chairman of the Communiqué Drafting Committee; Akintunde Jacob, Secretary; and Adebayo Familoyo, Member.
The Congress described as “preposterous” the reported decision by ODSFA to reduce the salaries of players and officials ahead of the second stanza of the season without providing what it termed an elaborate explanation to those affected.
It warned that such actions could negatively impact morale and performance at a critical stage of competition.
ODSFA is the parent body of Sunshine Stars F.C. and Sunshine Queens F.C..
SWAN also expressed concern over what it called a lack of synergy between the agency and other relevant football associations in the state, stressing that collaboration among stakeholders is essential for meaningful growth and sustained success.
The association urged sports administrators and stakeholders to close ranks and work collectively to reposition football and other sporting activities for better results.
In a related development, SWAN reiterated the need for improved sports infrastructure in the state, lamenting the absence of a befitting stadium capable of hosting major national events.
According to the association, this has continued to deprive the state of economic and developmental opportunities tied to sports tourism.
