Command Secondary School Suleja strengthens student development through sports

Command Secondary School Suleja in Niger Ssate has reaffirmed its commitment to student development through sports as it successfully hosted the 7th Inter-House Sports Competition.

The colorful event featured a variety of track and field activities, attracting students, teachers, parents, principals, traditional rulers, and other distinguished guests. 

A major highlight of the event was the march past, which showcased the students’ discipline and team spirit.

Speaking at the 2025 edition of the competition, the Chairman of the occasion and the school’s pioneer Commandant, Major General M.M. Bunza, emphasized that the event provided a platform for students to showcase their athletic talents while fostering essential values such as teamwork, resilience, discipline, and fair play.

He highlighted the critical role of sports in shaping students’ character and preparing them for future challenges. He stated:

 “Command Secondary School Suleja has continuously instilled these virtues in its students. Sporting activities are among the many initiatives designed to develop resilience, teamwork, and determination in them. Today’s event is not just a competition; it is an opportunity for students to display their talents and hone their psychomotor skills.”

He further stressed that physical fitness contributes to mental preparedness, helping students navigate academic rigors effectively.

“A physically fit student is also mentally prepared to handle academic challenges. Events like this reinforce the culture of physical fitness among students, which is crucial to their overall development.”

Major General Bunza commended the Commandant and the entire staff for their dedication to nurturing students into responsible and resourceful citizens.

 He urged them to remain committed to ensuring that the school continues to produce disciplined, intellectually sound, and physically fit future leaders.

In his address, Commandant of Command Secondary School Suleja, Lt. Col. R. Aliyu, reiterated that the Annual Inter-House Sports Competition is an avenue for bringing people from different backgrounds together, fostering camaraderie among participants and spectators.

“Sports are one of the key domains recognized in education—cognitive, affective, and psychomotor. At Command Secondary School Suleja, we focus on developing all three aspects to ensure our students grow intellectually, build strong character, and maintain physical fitness.

“The school is committed to identifying and nurturing sporting talents among students while maintaining academic excellence.

“As the saying goes, ‘All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.’ This year, we have once again gathered in pursuit of sporting excellence, with this edition being an improvement on the previous ones. We are here to showcase talent and skills, to compete in sports—not in conflict.”

The Commandant commended the Central Organizing Committee and Sub-Committees for their efforts in planning the event, ensuring it had a meaningful impact on the students’ overall development.

With this renewed commitment to sports, Command Secondary School Suleja continues to foster a culture of excellence, discipline, and teamwork, preparing students for future success in both academics and athletics.