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NSC DG Hon. Olopade Lauds FIRS under Zacch Adedeji, Advocates Stronger Partnership Between Taxation and Sports Development
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has praised the leadership of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) under Dr. Zacch Adedeji, PhD, describing him as a visionary public servant and committed supporter of sports development in Nigeria.
Hon. Olopade made this known during a visit to the FIRS Headquarters on Thursday, commending the FIRS’ involvement as one of the key partners of the upcoming CAA U18/U20 African Athletics Championships scheduled to hold in Abeokuta, Ogun State between July 16-20.
The Championship is a continental gathering of rising athletic stars and is powered by public-private partnerships championed under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Dr. Zacch Adedeji is not just a reformist in the tax administration space, but also a passionate lover of sports,” said Hon. Olopade. “The FIRS’ support for this championship is a clear signal that sports and taxation can work hand-in-hand to build a stronger, healthier, and more united Nigeria, as we work to stimulate Nigeria’s sports economy.”
Hon. Olopade emphasized the growing intersection between taxation and national development, stressing that sports, when properly funded and strategically positioned, can generate jobs, contribute to the nation’s economy, and promote unity.
“There is a natural synergy between taxation and sports,” Hon. Olopade noted. “Taxes fund infrastructure, education, and now—more importantly grassroots and elite sports development. This partnership with FIRS demonstrates how a forward-thinking tax institution can catalyze social impact beyond revenue generation.”
He called for a more formalized and enduring working relationship between the NSC and FIRS to support long-term sports development strategies, athlete welfare, and infrastructure investment.
“Sports development is no longer just a recreational agenda—it is an economic, health, and diplomatic tool. And institutions like the FIRS have a critical role to play in this vision,” Olopade added.
The CAA U18/U20 Championships will host athletes from about 50 African nations and is expected to be a defining moment in Nigeria’s athletics history, particularly as the Championship aligns with the Federal Government’s push to make Nigeria a sports hub in Africa.
Sports
Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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