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NSC DG Lauds Toptier Sports Management, NNL for Strengthening League Visibility
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has applauded the growing investment and professional input being brought into the Nigeria National League (NNL), by Toptier Sports Management, describing the initiative as a significant step toward improving the structure, quality, and visibility of the league.
Hon. Olopade made the remarks after watching an NNL game between Abeokuta Stormers and Solution FC on Sunday, noting that the match provided an opportunity for him to witness firsthand the positive changes currently taking place within the league.
The NSC DG praised the CEO of Toptier Sports Management, Chichi Nwoko, for the organization’s commitment to investing in the league and introducing modern sports management practices, aimed at repositioning Nigeria’s second-tier football competition.
“I must first commend Toptier Sports Management and its founder, Chichi Nwoko, for bringing fresh ideas, professionalism, and investment into the Nigeria National League. When organizations with strong expertise in sports management come into our domestic leagues, it helps improve standards and creates new opportunities for players, clubs, and the league as a whole.”
Hon. Olopade noted that investments of this nature are critical for the sustainable growth of Nigerian football, particularly in areas such as league branding, broadcast visibility, fan engagement, and professional administration.
“Improving the visibility of the league is extremely important. With better management structures and increased private sector involvement, the quality of the competition will continue to grow and more Nigerians will begin to follow the league with renewed interest.”
He also commended the leadership of the NNL Chairman, George Aluo, for working closely with stakeholders to reposition the league and strengthen its operations.
“George Aluo and his team have shown strong leadership and commitment in ensuring that the Nigeria National League continues to evolve. The collaboration between the league leadership and professional sports management organizations like Top tier will only accelerate the progress we are beginning to see.”
The Nigeria National League serves as the country’s second-tier football competition and plays a vital role in the development of players and clubs aiming to reach the elite level of Nigerian football.
The DG reiterated that the National Sports Commission will continue to support initiatives that promote professionalism, private sector investment, and improved governance across Nigeria’s sporting landscape.
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Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Congratulates Oguntimehin On Election As Fct Swan Chairman
The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters Association (NVRA) has congratulated Tolu Oguntimehin on his election as Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter.
NVRA described his emergence as an opportunity to strengthen sports journalism and advance the welfare of members.
Oguntimehin emerged victorious at the FCT SWAN elective congress held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, defeating his challenger, Raphael Ekpang, by 88 votes to four.
In a congratulatory message, the Chairman of Nigeria Volleyball Reporters, Alhaji Ganiyu Oloyede described the election outcome as a testament to the confidence reposed in Oguntimehin by members of the association.
Oloyede expressed optimism that the new chairman would bring purposeful leadership, inclusiveness and renewed commitment to the development of sports journalism in the FCT.
He stressed that the responsibility of leading the association goes beyond occupying an office.
Oloyede noted that the new administration must prioritise members’ welfare, professional development, unity and the protection of their collective interests.
The NVR chairman also challenged the incoming leadership to create an enabling environment where sports journalists can thrive professionally, gain greater access to sporting events and contribute meaningfully to the growth of Nigerian sports.
He particularly welcomed Oguntimehin’s commitment to establishing a ₦200 million financial base for the association, describing the proposed initiative as an ambitious step towards building a financially stronger and more sustainable SWAN FCT.
Oloyede further emphasised the importance of collaboration among sports journalists, sports federations, government institutions and other stakeholders, maintaining that stronger partnerships would create more opportunities for members and improve the quality of sports reporting.
He urged the new executive to embrace transparency, accountability and open communication while ensuring that every member feels represented in the administration.
The Nigeria Volleyball Reporters reaffirmed its readiness to work with the new SWAN FCT leadership in promoting sports journalism, strengthening professional relationships and projecting Nigerian sports positively.
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