The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced the reassignment of 57 Secretary-Generals and additional officers across various National Sports Federations as part of a strategic overhaul to reposition Nigeria’s sports sector.
This development was revealed in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja by Director of the Federation of Elite Athletes at the NSC, Olumide Bamiduro.
He emphasized that the move aligns with the vision of NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko and Director-General Bukola Olopade to revitalize sports administration in the country.
Bamiduro stated that the reshuffle is a deliberate effort to optimize the functionality and efficiency of sports federations.
“The mandate is clear. We are to undertake these changes to achieve the results and position the industry to attract private and corporate investments, thereby driving the growth of our sports economy,” Bamiduro explained.
The Federation Establishment and Appointment Department has been tasked with ensuring the smooth implementation of the new postings, signifying the NSC’s commitment to transformative leadership.
Focus on Development and Innovation
The reassigned secretaries and officers are expected to play critical roles in advancing the NSC’s goals of grassroots sports development, elite athlete performance, and economic expansion.
The Commission aims to create a more innovative and sustainable framework for sports administration nationwide.
“They are expected to play pivotal roles in steering the sports sector towards its new direction, focused on innovation, grassroots/elite development and economic growth,” Bamiduro added.
The affected sports federations include Athletics, Basketball, Badminton, Boxing, Cricket, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling, and several others.