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The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, has described Ademola Lookman’s coronation as the 2024 CAF Player of the Year as a well-deserved victory that will ignite positive momentum for Nigerian sports.   The  DG also Nigerian hailed both the Super Falcons Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for winning the goalkeeper of the year award and the Super Falcons for winning the Women's Team of the year. Inspite of his tight schedules, Hon. Olopade was live at the Awards in Marrakech, Morocco to support the 27-year old Nigerian player, as he extolled his special talent.  The DG stated that the triumph of both Lookman and Nnadozie serve as an inspiration for Nigerian athletes and aligns with the nation’s renewed vision for sports development under the current administration.   " It was a good night for Nigerian football in general with our male and female players winning individual awards and the women  national team al...

_Osimhen, Lookman, Ajibade, Ohale, Asisat, Ohale, Alozie Make CAF XI_  The National Sports Commission (NSC) has congratulated Nigeria international players, Ademola Lookman and Chiamaka Nnadozie, as well as the Super Falcons on their triumphs at the 2024 CAF Awards, held in Marrakech, Morroco on Monday evening. It was an evening of glitz and glamour, as Nigeria was celebrated on multiple occasions clinching team and individual honours.  Chairman of the NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko stated that the awards will only serve as a motivation for the nation to continue to do more until it reaches the summit of the beautiful game. "I congratulate all our winners on the night, especially Ademola Lookman and Chiamaka Nnadozie. These awards are a testament of the hard work a lot of people are putting in, and it comes at a time when Nigerian sports is experiencing a new wave of growth and rejuvenation. It will only energize us to do more and get better because we have high aspirations to reach ...

President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has affirmed that Mallam Shehu Dikko earned and deserved his appointment as Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC).   Speaking during a strategic meeting with the new leadership of the NSC at the Presidential Villa on Friday, President Tinubu lauded Dikko's achievements and visibility within the sector.  "I’ve been seeing you in the papers. Congratulations. You earned it and deserve it," the President remarked, underscoring his confidence in Dikko’s capacity to lead the commission.   At the maiden exchange of pleasantries, the number one citizen of the nation, President Tinubu congratulated Dikko while reiterating that he deserved to lead the number one sports entity in Nigeria. The profound words from the President highlighted Dikko’s exceptional achievements in sports administration and admirable portfolio as a professional. Dikko's international influence was also evident when he...

PRESS STATEMENT _Delivers progress report to the President, as assignment to revamp Nigerian sports continues_ The leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC), under the chairmanship of Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, have presented a progress report to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the state of the sports sector. The report was presented by the NSC’s dynamic duo during a meeting with His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at the Presidential Villa on Thursday. Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko expressed gratitude to the President for the trust placed on him and the DG, promising to justify the confidence reposed by the President and Nigerians, on the NSC’s new leadership.   "As the father of the nation, I want to thank you once again for choosing me and my brother, the DG, Bukola Olopade, for this all-important assignment. I see it as a massive opportunity to help propagate the Renewed Hope agenda through sports," Dikko said.   "...

_...commends Confetti Assets Limited for partnership and support_ The National Sports Commission (NSC), under the leadership of its Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, has activated the Adopt-an-Athlete Training Grant initiative with its first recipient being Nigerian track and field star, Ese Brume, following her recent involvement in a ghastly car accident.   Speaking at an event to mark the partnership with Confetti Assets Limited, the NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko commended Confetti Assets Limited for its generous support. He reiterated the vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to drive sports development in Nigeria through a sustainable public-private partnership (PPP) model.   "We must create a system that does not solely depend on government funding but rather leverages private sector partnerships to achieve a thriving sports economy," Dikko said.   On his part , the Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, emphasized the Commission's commitment...

The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Honourable Bukola Olopade, once again reaffirmed the Commission's commitment to ensuring that all sports federations in Nigeria are treated with equal importance. This renewed emphasis was a key highlight during a recent meeting with sports federation presidents and secretaries, where Olopade made it clear that no sport would be treated with levity under his leadership. While it is widely acknowledged that some sports enjoy greater popularity than others, Olopade’s stance signals a paradigm shift in Nigeria’s sports administration. Since assuming office, he has made concerted efforts to demonstrate his inclusive approach. From attending cricket games and athletics events to gracing polo tournaments, Olopade’s actions underscore his belief that every sport deserves recognition and support. He has also been vocal about embracing eSports, a rapidly growing sector in the global sports industry, promising to provide it with t...

PRESS STATEMENT _Calls for collective collaboration to build robust sports economy_ The National Sports Commission (NSC) has unveiled President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's new mandate aimed at transforming Nigerian sports into a sustainable sports economy.  The detailed vision-unveiling was led by the leadership of the NSC during a strategic meeting with Presidents and Secretaries of various Sports Federations, on Tuesday, in Abuja. The meeting marked the first official engagement between the NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade with federation leaders following institutional changes in Nigeria’s Sports sector. Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko emphasized the shared vision between the NSC and Sports Federations, stressing the importance of partnership in driving growth and sustainability in Nigerian sports.   "We believe we are all partners with the various Sports Federations, working together for the same goal — to reposition Nigerian sports," Di...