Sports
Sports Minister Backs Full Implementation of National Sports Industry Bill, Targets Private Sector Investment Drive
Says Ministry to rebuild trust and confidence of private sector investors in sports
Joel Ajayi
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has stated that the Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the adoption of the National Sports Industry Bill (NSIP) for full implementation, under the renewed mandate of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Senator Enoh remarked that the current administration is leaving no stone unturned in its plans to deliver positive change across all sectors, with sports an important part of that plan.
He noted that the NSIP approved in the last administration has been pegged for implementation in the current government, to boost sports development.
“The National Sports Industry Policy as approved by the last administration has received endorsement by the current administration, led by our president, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” The Minister stated. “The thrust of the policy is to advance sports as a business, not just as a mere recreation.
He explained that the inter-ministerial committee set up in the last administration, comprising the Ministries of Sports, Finance, and Federal Inland Revenue Service was for the committee to agree on a series of incentives, which the Government is expected to approve.
The incentives were to boost private sector investment and support for sports in the country.
“It is important that going forward, the investments and funding for sports should come from the private sector, as obtainable in other parts of the world,” Senator Enoh added.
“One of the plans of the Federal Ministry of Sports Development is to see how to sell sports to the private sector. We want to build the trust and confidence of the private sector so that competitions and the initiatives of the ministry can enjoy the support and endorsement of the private sector.”
He said that the nation must return to the days when the private sector was a major player in sports, as it is a requirement for development.
Sports
Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday
Cyril Ogar
Vipers Volleyball Club have felicitated with their captain, Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
In a statement signed by the Vipers VC Team Manager, Suraj Abiodun Jabar; the club described Mbah as a leader who has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the court.
The statement also praised the Nigerian international for her valuable contributions to the club.
The statement mentioned her role in guiding Vipers to a second-place finish at the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Club Championship in Ghana.
It read: “The management of Vipers Volleyball Club wants to celebrate Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
“She has been an asset to Vipers since joining the club, demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication and leadership.
“Her contributions to the growth and success of the team have been invaluable.
“We appreciate her efforts, professionalism and the positive influence she continues to have on her teammates. We wish her more successful years ahead, good health and greater achievements.”
The club concluded its birthday message by wishing the experienced player continued success as she leads the team towards achieving more honours.
Beyond her achievements at club level, Mbah won a bronze medal for Nigeria at the 2024 African Games in Ghana, further establishing herself as one of the country’s accomplished volleyball players.
She has also secured qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, adding another milestone to her growing career.
In their separate messages, board members of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, James Datuhun and Chinedu Onikeku (OLY) as well as Coordinator of Vipers VC, Samuel Onikeku wished the Nigeria international a glamorous birthday.
They hailed Esther Mbah for exhibiting a high level of leadership trait since joining the team.
The stakeholders prayed for good health and ultimately success as she prepares for the Beach Volleyball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
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