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Ex NFF Scribe, Fanny Amun Drums Support For Shehu Dikko’s NSC’s Leadership

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2 weeks ago

November 6, 2024

Joel Ajayi

The Former Secretary General of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Fanny Amun has called on the sports stakeholders in the country to give the needed support the administration of Shehu Dikko National Sports Commission’s leadership, saying that doing so would benefit the sports sector immensely.

The renowned figure in Nigerian football, Amun made this appeal on Wednesday in Abuja in a press conference where he expressed that all sports sector in the country need right now is the unity and commitment of all stakeholders.

According to him, NSC of Nigeria is undergoing a transformative phase with the appointment of Malam Shehu Dikko as Chairman.

He said that this new development aims to rebuild and formulate policies for better regulation and oversight, ensuring a productive and result-oriented structure from the central to local levels.

“The sports community has faced long-standing crises, often fueled by self-interest and power struggles.

“However, with Dikko’s leadership, there’s hope for a fresh start. His appointment is seen as a bold step by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and many acknowledge Dikko as one of the best hands for the job.

“ I want to encourage warring factions to resolve differences and work towards peace in other to foster an environment conducive to sports growth in Nigeria,” he said.

Amun said that this diversification is crucial for Nigeria, as the country has a vast potential for sports development, which can contribute significantly to the economy.

“Diversification can bring numerous benefits to Nigerian sports, including: Increased Investment by exploring new revenue streams,Nigerian sports can attract more investors and sponsors.
“This development aims to rebuild and formulate policies for better regulation and oversight, ensuring a productive and result-oriented structure from the central to local levels.

“I have already diversified, it’s essential for stakeholders to follow suit to adapt and diversify to propel Nigerian sports to move forward,” he said.

He also urged the media to play an intermediary role, promoting peace and encouraging stakeholders to work together.
“By doing so, Nigeria’s sports sector can move forward, benefiting from the expertise and vision of leaders like Dikko,” he said.

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National Sports Commission DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Officially Assumes Office

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39 mins ago

November 21, 2024

The Gleamer

…Meets NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko and other senior staff

Hon. Bukola Olopade formally assumed office, on Wednesday morning, as the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) at its headquarters in Abuja.

Hon. Olopade marked the start of his tenure with warm meetings with the Commission’s chairman, directors and staff.

At the meeting with the Commission’s directors, Hon. Olopade engaged in meaningful discussions on key sports-related matters and laid out his vision for the Commission’s future.

As part of his first-day activities, Hon. Olopade paid a courtesy visit to the NSC Chairman, Alhaji Shehu Dikko. He expressed enthusiasm about working alongside the Chairman, describing their collaboration as quintessential for achieving the Commission’s goals in developing Nigeria’s sporting sector.

The newly appointed Director General also reiterated his commitment to dialogue, teamwork, and setting a strong foundation for sports development in the country.

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