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Nigeria To Host World Athletics Africa Road Running Conference

by Salifu Usman
4 weeks ago
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In a significant development for the sporting landscape, Nigeria is set to host the World Athletics Africa Road Running Conference, with the National Sports Commission (NSC) announcing the establishment of its Organising Committee.

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This was contained in a press statement signed by NSC director of press, Mrs Kehinde Ajayi, which was released to journalists in Abuja on Wednesday morning.

The newly formed committee, which consisted an impressive array of sports administrators and experienced professionals, selected from both the sports sector and the corporate world, is headed by Chief Solomon Ogba, the First Vice President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), as chairman.

This diverse group is expected to bring a wealth of expertise to the table, ensuring the conference is a resounding success.

Chairman of the NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko, highlighted the careful selection process for the committee members. “The members of the Committee were meticulously selected because of their professionalism and tested qualities,” he stated. “I have no doubt that they will all bring their wealth of experience to bear to ensure we stage a befitting Road Running conference which will be the first of its kind in the country.”

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From his part, the director-general of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, expressed optimism about the opportunities the conference will create for Nigeria. “Hosting the conference will open doors for more international events in Nigeria. This is another milestone for refocusing and resetting our sports developmental goals, and I have no doubt that we have picked a good team to achieve the successful hosting of the Conference,” he remarked.

The full list of committee members included: Chief Solomon Ogba – Chairman; Mr. Segun Ogunleye – Member; Mrs. Oge Kasie-Nwachukwu – Member; Mr. Danladi Verheijen – Member; Ms. Aku Aghazu – Member; Ms. Otonye Iworima – Member; Mr. Travih Nunayon – Member; Mr. Yusuf Ali – Member; Mr. Femi Adeniran – Member; Ms. Aisha Shuaibu – Member; Mr. Salihu Abubakar – Member; Mr. Kunle Solaja – Member; Mr. Dare Esan – Member; Ms. Tayo Popoola – Member and Mr. Israel Iwang – Secretary.

The initiative marks a pivotal moment for Nigeria in the realm of athletics and is expected to foster a greater focus on sports development in the country.


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