Sports
NSC DG Lauds Gov. Abiodun, BetKing on Hosting Wheelchair National Basketball Championship
…Assures Ogun State will deliver world-class sports festival in May
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has commended the Government of Ogun State and BetKing for their outstanding support in hosting the BetKing 3×3 National Wheelchair Basketball Championship, currently taking place at the Alake Sports Centre in Ijeja, Abeokuta.
Speaking at the event, Hon. Olopade expressed his admiration for the steady growth of wheelchair basketball in Nigeria, praising the federation, private sector investors and the Government for their dedication and commitment.
“I fell in love with this sport 15 years ago and I am here to give my full support to this championship,” he said. “I’ve been very impressed with what I’ve seen. It shows the growth of wheelchair basketball. Seyi Johnson, and that the federation board members are doing an amazing job. This event has been organized to select the best players who will represent Nigeria in Agadir in two months, so it deserves the interest it is generating.”
The NSC DG noted the increased participation and competitiveness of more state teams this year. “I’ve seen states with formidable teams here, which wasn’t the case a few years ago. Traditional powerhouses like Oyo, Lagos, and Delta must watch out.”
Highlighting the importance of inclusivity in sports, the DG emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda supports initiatives that create space for persons that are differently abled.
“These are determined individuals who form an integral part of our RHINSE initiative — everyone has a place to foster sports development,” he added.
He praised the transformation of the Alake Sports Centre and commended Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, for his commitment to sports development. “The governor is a man I have come to admire deeply. What this arena has become in just one year reflects the state’s dedication to advancing sports. His presence at this competition further shows Ogun State’s readiness to host a world-class National Sports Festival.”
The DG also appreciated BetKing’s continued sponsorship of wheelchair basketball. “One cannot overstate what BetKing has done for this sport over the last five years. Their consistent support has been massive, and we sincerely thank them for it.”
The BetKing 3×3 National Wheelchair Basketball Championship runs from April 3 to 7, 2025, with national team selectors looking out for impressive talents.
Sports
AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.
Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.
The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.
As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.
The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.
The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.
With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.
Africa is coming to Abuja.
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