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Olumide oyedeji elected as chairman Nigeria Athletes Commission

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Olympian Olumide Oyedeji who was appointed by Nigeria Olympic Committee NOC in 2019 was on Tuesday elected as the Chairman of Nigeria Athletes Commission NAC.

He was elected unopposed with 29 votes out of 30 votes casted at media center of Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja.

Others member elected are Henry Okorie who polled 20 votes as Volleyball mem Emmanuel Jatto scored 20 votes while Blessing Onyeali polled 16 votes.

While congratulated newly elected member of the commission the NOC Engr. Habu Gumel who was represented by Dr Ademola Are charged the new exco to represent athletes well in the interest of Nigeria sports

According to him take athletes our children for the growth and development of sports in the country.

“Don’t be discourage, the journey is not smooth, represent athletes well, interface with NOC they will listen to you.

“Athletes Commission need to come together especially on the area of harassment, drug abuse and and others ugly incident that use to be happen among the athletes.”

He charged all stakeholders to work together in the interest of Sports.

Speaking on the victory, elated Oyedeji said it’s a big task for me tough challenge for him and he will not leave any stone unturned for the betterment of all athletes.

“We will ensure that athlete voice are heard, we will promote the interest of athletes in sports, we will make them involved in policy and decision making that represent the interest of the athletes and Nigeria sports at large.”

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Cricket: Nigeria To Host ICC U19 Men’s World Cup Qualifier

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Nigeria Cricket Federation , NCF, says it is ready to host five other nations for the International Cricket Council ,ICC, Under 19 Men’s World Cup African Qualifier.


The tournament is billed for Lagos, with the matches to be held at the cricket ovals in Tafawa Balewa Square ,TBS, and the University of Lagos ,UniLag, from March 26 to April 6.


Uyi Akpata, President of the Federation, said in a statement on Sunday, that the tournament is about celebrating the growth of the game on the continent.


“Nigeria is thrilled to welcome these talented young cricketers and their supporters to Lagos.
“Our nation is known for its warm hospitality and fascinating cricketing potential, and we are committed to making this qualifier a memorable experience for all.


“This tournament is not just about competition; it’s about celebrating the growth of cricket in Africa and inspiring the next generation of players”, Akpata noted.


However, Kenya, Uganda, Namibia, Tanzania and Sierra Leone will join Nigeria to jostle for the continent’s sole ticket to the 2026 ICC Under 19 Men’s World Cup.


Meanwhile, Nigeria will be hoping to secure the ticket, having achieved same feat in 2019 and competing at the World Cup in South Africa 2020

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