National Sports Commission (NSC)

Bayelsa and Kaduna to Host 2028, 2030 National Sports Festivals

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced Bayelsa and Kaduna as the host states for the 2028 and 2030 National Sports Festivals respectively....

Countdown Begins: West African Para Games Kicks Off in Abeokuta on Nov 26

Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, is currently buzzing with anticipation as it prepares to host the inaugural West African Para Games (Zones A...

FIFA Funds for Kebbi Mini-Stadium Not Misappropriated, Says NSC Chairman Dikko

The National Sports Commission (NSC) chairman, Shehu Dikko, has dismissed allegations of misappropriation of a $1.2 million FIFA funds meant for the construction...

Harnessing Sports Power: Stakeholders Unite at SWAN’s 60th to Drive National Development

Stakeholders gathered for the 60th anniversary of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), on Thursday in Abuja where they reaffirmed the importance...

New Presidents Emerge in Sports Federations: Finance Minister Edun, Customs CG Adeniyi, Sen. Dankwambo Elected

The National Sports Commission (NSC) in Abuja has successfully ushered in a new set of credible leaders for the nation’s Sports Federations. Persecondnews...

Sprinting into a New Era: Nigeria to Host Historic Africa Running Conference

Nigeria is set to host the inaugural Africa Running Conference in Lagos, a move that is expected to promote health, fitness, and athletic...

Exclusive: NSC Plans High-Altitude Training City to Develop Athletes – Dikko

Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC) is working with investors to develop a high-altitude training site in the country’s rift valley, according to Chairman...

Commonwealth Games 2030: Nigeria’s Final Pitch in London to Seal Deal

A high-level Nigerian delegation has arrived in London to submit its final bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The high-powered delegation is...

NSC Pushes for Women’s Inclusion in Sports Governance

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has taken a significant step towards promoting gender inclusivity in sports administration by recognizing the Association of Former...

Dikko, Olopade Supremacy Clash: It’s Bush Telegraph – NSC

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has denied reports of a power struggle between its Director General, Bukola Olopade, and the Chairman, Shehu Dikko,...

NSC Inspects Facilities in Lagos for 2026 National Youth Games Hosting Rights

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has concluded its two-day inspection of facilities in Lagos State as part of the process for awarding hosting...

Junior Scrabble Team Makes Nigeria Proud: NSC DG Olopade Commends Dominant Win

Nigeria’s junior Scrabble team has made history at the Pan Africa Youth Scrabble Championship in Nairobi, Kenya, with the National Sports Commission (NSC)...

Olopade Sets the Record Straight: Super Falcons’ Bonuses Paid, $100,000, Houses Coming Soon

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially ended the speculation about unpaid bonuses for the Super Falcons, clarifying that all payments were made...

Seamless Partnership With NSC Boosts Team Nigeria’s Performance at Africa Schools Games – NOC

A new era of cooperation between the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) and the National Sports Commission (NSC) is yielding tangible results for Team...

Ahead of WAFCON Final: Tinubu Approves Full Payment of Super Falcons’ Allowances

The Super Falcons have received a significant boost from the federal government as they prepare to face Morocco in the 2025 Women’s Africa...

Racing into History: Nigeria’s Quest to Become First African Host of F1 in Decades

Nigeria has officially declared its interest to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix, a move that could mark a significant milestone in the...