NSC Charges Four Sports Federation Boards to Boost Nigeria’s Global Competitiveness
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has inaugurated the boards of four national sports federations in Abuja, charging members to uphold accountability, demonstrate commitment and prioritise sports development.
The Director-General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, described the appointments as a call to service, urging the boards to prioritise athletes’ interests, work collectively, establish clear priorities and achieve measurable progress.
He stressed that effective federation administration was crucial to identifying and nurturing talent, enhancing competitiveness and improving Nigeria’s performance across sports.
The federations are the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Nigeria Arm Wrestling Federation, Nigeria Padel Federation and Nigeria Fencing Federation.
Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha was inaugurated as President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, with Rita Mosindi as Secretary-General. Engr. Samuel Olatunji Jackson became President of the Nigeria Arm Wrestling Federation, with Ms. Dorathy Okpo Benard as Secretary-General.
At the Nigeria Padel Federation, Rt. Hon. Jimi Benson was inaugurated as President and Israel Inwang as Secretary-General. Mr. Adeyinka Samuel became President of the Nigeria Fencing Federation, while Javan Bernard was appointed Secretary-General.
The Commission urged the boards to strengthen grassroots participation, improve athlete development and expand Nigeria’s presence at regional, continental and international competitions.
