The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Alkali, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to promoting staff welfare, physical fitness, and overall well-being within the Ministry.
Senator Alkali made this known during a brief presentation ceremony where executives of the Federal Ministry of Transportation (FMT) Federation of Public Service Games (FEPSGA) team, led by the Director in charge of the Office of the Permanent Secretary (Transport), Mr Musa Ibrahim, presented the trophy and medals won at the October 2025 FEPSGA Keep-Fit and Aerobics Exercise held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
According to a statement released to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday by Jibril Alkali, Special Adviser on Media to the Honourable Minister of Transportation, the Minister commended the FMT FEPSGA team for their outstanding performance, which saw the Ministry emerge second overall and first in attendance at the national fitness event.
The Minister highlighted the importance of physical fitness in enhancing workplace productivity, fostering teamwork, and promoting a healthy work-life balance. He encouraged staff across the Ministry to adopt regular exercise and sportsmanship as essential aspects of daily life.
“A healthy workforce is a productive workforce. I commend the FMT FEPSGA team for their discipline, dedication, and spirit of unity. I urge you to sustain this momentum and continue to represent the Ministry with pride in future competitions,” Senator Alkali stated.
He further charged the team to build on their recent success and prepare for even greater achievements in the forthcoming 2025 Federation of Public Service Games (FEPSGA) scheduled to be held in Adamawa State.
During the ceremony, Mr Ibrahim was accompanied by the Director of Human Resources Management, Mr Mshebwale Ibrahim Musa, the Sports Manager, Engr. Dr Sampson N. Ojon, and other team members who actively participated in the fitness programme.
The event concluded with a group photograph session and expressions of appreciation from team members, who lauded the Minister for his continued encouragement and exemplary leadership.
