National Sports Commission (NSC)

NSC DG Olopade to D’Tigers: Excel in Afrobasket Qualifiers

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has charged Nigeria’s Senior Men’s Basketball Team, D’Tigers, to deliver a strong...

NSC Promises to Foster Inclusive Sports Governance, Revive Abandoned Initiatives

Mallam Shehu Dikko, the National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman, has reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive sports administration, ensuring all stakeholders are involved in...

NSC Pledges Support as Team Nigeria Heads to Badminton Championship in Douala

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigerian sports federations, including badminton, as Team Nigeria prepares to compete in...

Exclusive: Nigeria Takes Tough Stance on Doping, Vows Zero Tolerance Ahead of International Competitions – Yusuf Ali

In a bold move to reclaim its status as a powerhouse in international sports, Nigeria is launching a groundbreaking anti-doping campaign being spearheaded...

NSC Inaugurates Elite Athletes and Podium Board to Drive Medal-Winning Performances

“The reason why we are calling this a board and not a committee is because a committee is temporary. We want to make...

Sports Development: A Critical Component of Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda – Presidency

The Presidency has reaffirmed that sports development plays a vital role in President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, serving as a catalyst for...

NSC Chairman Dikko Pledges Support for NFF, New Super Eagles Coach Chelle

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has pledged its support for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the new Super Eagles coach, Eric Sekou...

NSC shake up: Top officials reassigned to boost Nigeria’s sports sector

In a strategic move to reposition Nigeria’s sports industry, the National Sports Commission (NSC) has reassigned 57 Secretary-Generals and five other officers to...

NSC Chair Dikko Commits to Enhancing Athletes’ Welfare, Fostering Partnerships, Unity in Sports

The National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman Shehu Dikko has reaffirmed his commitment to prioritizing the welfare of Nigerian athletes. Dikko gave the assurance...

Nigeria launches ambitious “RHINSE” project to transform sports landscape 

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has launched a groundbreaking initiative, ‘Renewed Hope Initiative for Nigeria’s Sports Economy’ (RHINSE), aimed at revolutionizing Nigeria’s sports...

NSC DG Seeks Unified Federation to Unlock Nigeria’s eSports Potential, Drive Economic Growth

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to revolutionizing Nigeria’s eSports industry. Director General Bukola Olopade recently convened a strategic meeting...

Nigerian Squash Team Makes History, Reaches World Team Championship Final

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has commended the Nigerian men’s squash team for their remarkable performance at the 2024 Men’s World Team Squash...

National Sports Commission Leadership Presents Progress Report to Pres. Tinubu

The leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC) met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Thursday to present a progress...

NSC Launches ‘Adopt-an-Athlete’ Initiative, Supports Field Star Ese Brume with Training Grant

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has activated the ‘Adopt-an-Athlete’ Training Grant initiative, with Nigerian track and field star, Ese Brume, as its first...

Exclusive: Again, National Sports Festival Postponed

In a surprising move, the National Sports Festival, initially scheduled for January 2025, has been postponed. Persecondnews reports that, according to an aide...

NSC DG, Bukola Olopade, commends Ogun women-run, advocates women’s empowerment in sports

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has praised the Ogun Women Run, describing it as a vital platform...