Sports
Shehu Dikko Reform Efforts Celebrated By House Committee on Sports As He Turns 55
Joel Ajayi
Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko, who turned 55 on Sunday.
In a statement issued on Monday, Honourable Amadu, who represents the Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency, praised Dikko’s leadership and dedication to the advancement of Nigerian sports, describing him as a “transparent and bold reformer.”
“On behalf of the House Committee on Sports, I congratulate Malam Shehu Dikko on the occasion of his 55th birthday,” Amadu said. “He has devoted much of his life to repositioning the sports sector and has made significant contributions to its development.”
Amadu highlighted Dikko’s efforts to confront longstanding structural challenges in the sector, noting his “honest and transparent leadership” and “sustained commitment to overcoming obstacles to growth.”
While Dikko opted for a modest, low-key celebration, the House Committee chair expressed personal and institutional appreciation for his work, wishing him continued good health and success.
“ I pray that you remain healthy and happy, and continue to work for the betterment of Nigerian sports,” Amadu added. “There is no doubt that the country will, in the coming years, begin to reap the benefits of your visionary leadership at the NSC.”
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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