The National Sports Commission (NSC), redeployed 57 Secretaries-General and Sports Officers to various National Sports Federations in a strategic move to reposition the sports sector.
This development was announced in a statement by Olumide Bamiduro, Director of the Federation of Elite Athletes at the NSC, on Friday in Abuja.
He revealed that the reassignment involved 57 Secretaries-General and five officers.
Bamiduro explained that the decision aligns with the vision of NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko and Director-General Bukola Olopade, aimed at revitalizing the sports industry.
“The mandate is clear.
We are to undertake these changes to achieve results and position the industry to attract private and corporate investments, thereby driving the growth of our sports economy,” Bamiduro stated.
He further noted that the Federation Establishment and Appointment Department has been tasked with implementing the new postings, underscoring the commission’s commitment to improving the functionality and performance of sports federations nationwide.
“They are expected to play pivotal roles in steering the sports sector towards its new direction, focused on innovation, grassroots and elite development, and economic growth,” he added.
The affected sports federations include Athletics, Handball, Para-Sports, Basketball, Badminton, Boxing, Cricket, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling, and others.
