NSC leadership driving Nigeria’s sporting renaissance under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Mandate
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to repositioning Nigerian sports, crediting the renewed energy and direction in the sector to the visionary leadership of Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko and the Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade. Since the assuming office, the duo turned the tide, ensuring accountability, transparency, and world-class standards that align […]
NSC constitutes Electoral Committee for National Sports Federation elections
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced the composition of the Electoral Committee for the forthcoming National Sports Federations Elections. In line with the Commission’s mandate to uphold the principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability, the Committee has been entrusted with the responsibility of conducting credible elections across all participating sports federations. The Electoral Committee […]
Grassroots sports gets boost as AbdulRazaq pledges greater support at Kwara YSFON CP Cup final
Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to engaging more youths in sporting activities by creating an enabling environment for their development. The Governor, represented by the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Bolakale Magaji, stated this at the closing ceremony of the 16th edition of the Kwara, […]
NSC recognises AFFAN for inclusion in National Sports Federations’ Boards
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) agenda of enhancing women’s participation in sports governance. In line with this objective, the NSC is pleased to announce the formal recognition of the Association of Former Female Athletes of Nigeria (AFFAN) as a stakeholder in the governance structure of […]
Gov AbdulRazaq reiterates commitment to sports development as 6th First Lady table tennis tourney ends
Kwara state has again reiterated its commitment towards the empowerment of the youths through sports, and equally partnering any individual or group that is supporting that initiative. While speaking yesterday, Thursday August 28, 2025, in Offa, Offa Local Government Area of Kwara state through the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Bolakale […]
Kwara YSFON/CP Cup final holds tomorrow, with Gov AbdulRazaq as Special Guest of Honour
The final of the 16th edition of the Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON) organised Commissioner of Police Cup competition will hold tomorrow, Friday August 29, 2025, at the Kwara Football Academy pitch, beginning from 2.30pm. Three finals are on the card, the U13 and U17 male competitions, and the Police Officers Wives Association (POWA) […]
NYG 2025: Kwara okays 253 athletes, coaches, other officials for Asaba
Kwara State Sports Commission has approved a list of 253 athletes, 30 coaches, 18 Association Secretaries and 33 other officials for the 2025 National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State. The other officials include the Executive Chairman of the Commission and the Board members, the Director of Sports, Commission Secretary, Head of Departments, medics, cleaner, […]
ABS Ilorin FC to resume September 1st ahead of 2025/2026 NNL season
The management of Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin Football Club has announced that the team will officially resume for the new season on Sunday, August 31, 2025, with training and player screening scheduled to commence on Monday, September 1, 2025. In a statement issued after the club’s management meeting today Monday, August 25, 2025, the […]
Kwara United, SWAN celebrate Bashir Badawiy on birthday
Players and officibals of Kwara United Football Club have felicitated the club’s General Manager, Mallam Bashir Badawiy, who added another year to his age today Monday, August 25, 2025. The celebration was greeted with ovation and encomiums from players and staff of the club, who described Badawiy as a committed leader and strong pillar of […]
NSC’s busy sporting calendar showcases Nigeria’s rising global presence
It has been an eventful season for Nigerian sports, with athletes representing the nation across multiple disciplines on the global stage. From cricket to taekwondo, football to basketball, athletics to badminton, table tennis to weightlifting, and now swimming, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has overseen an unprecedented calendar of international participation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s […]