National Sports Commission (NSC)

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...

NSC Chairman, Dikko, harps on integrity in Nigerian sports

Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), says integrity is critical to Nigerian sports development. Speaking at the Integrity Symposium...

NSC DG Olopade Calls for Unified Supporters Club to Bolster Nigerian Sports

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has called for unity among the various Nigerian Supporters Clubs to enhance...

NSC boss Dikko, NOC strategize to transform nation’s sports

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, held a crucial meeting with the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) in Abuja on...

Olopade assumes office as NSC DG, promises new lease of life for Nigerian sports

Bukola Olopade had assumed office as the Director General of the resuscitated National Sports Commission (NSC) at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. According...

Pres.Tinubu Unveils Ambitious Plan to Revamp Nigeria’s Dilapidated Stadiums

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, has outlined President Bola Tinubu’s vision to transform Nigeria’s sports infrastructure, focusing on...