NCDC has been applauded and recognized for its contributions to the development of sporting talents and sports in general.
Its recent support of the participation of Team PNG at this year’s Mini Pacific Games in Saipan, Northern Marianas, was acknowledged by the Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee with an Appreciation Plaque in recognition of its tremendous support.
The plaque was delivered to City Hall by top PNG Sprinter Leeroy Kamau who was part of the Team PNG contingent at the Saipan Mini Games.
The plaque was handed over to City Manager Mr. Ravu Frank by Community & Social Services Manager Mr. Kila Dick.
NCDC supported PNG’s participation at the Mini Games with K30,000.00 and in-kind K20,000.00 through the purchase of Fun Run T-Shirts, the major fundraising event for Team PNG.
“We are honored with this recognition by the PNG Olympic Committee.”
“Thank you for valuing the commitment of NCDC to the development of sporting talents and sports in general through this gesture of appreciation,” Mr. Frank said.
The City Manager said NCDC’s support for sports is for the value it places on the contributions to the development of the city including human development.
Sports is an integral part of development in society and the aspects of discipline for good health and well-being are major considerations for NCDC when it comes to supporting sports.
“We will continue to support and fund sports programs in the city for the value we place on sports and integral development,” Mr. Frank said.
Sports is emphasized as among the development priorities of the Commission in line with its goals for a healthy, clean, safe, and planned city.
“This emphasis on sports is from the Board all the way to the management and strongly advocated by the NCD Governor, Hon. Powes Parkop for the good health and wellbeing of city residents,” the City Manager added.
Community and Social Services Manager, Mr. Dick who was the Chef De Mission for Team PNG to the Saipan Mini Games was grateful for the NCDC support which contributed in a big way to the success of Team PNG’s participation at the Games.
PNG topped the medal tally at the Saipan Mini Games with a total of 80 medals which included 33 gold, 28 silver, and 19 bronze.