In a move to reposition sports as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy and culture, the director-general of National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has embarked on an aggressive campaign to market sports as a national asset, securing support of Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei, chairman, Davnotch Nigeria Limited,
for Nigeria’s sports development as enshrined in President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.
Rt. Hon. Ochei, renowned for his outstanding investments and support for professional and grassroots sports, not only accepted an invitation to serve as a patron of the Paralympics Committee of Nigeria (PCN), but equally pledged to expand his investments in Nigeria’s Sports sector following the consultative visit of the NSC DG.
Reflecting on the significance of Olopade’s appointment as NSC DG, Ochei remarked; “President Tinubu’s decision to entrust Sports administration to seasoned professionals led by my brother and friend, Bukola Olopade, signals a transformative era and I thank Mr. President for shopping for highly experienced professionals to address the developmental needs of our nation and to close existing gaps.”
“I consider your appointment as a renewed opportunity for Sports – loving individuals and corporations to collaborate in building a thriving economy from sports, particularly through championing initiatives that promote grassroots competition in track events, gymnastics, ball games and aquatic sports.”
During the meeting, Rt. Hon. Ochei pledged to broaden his investment scopes, particularly in underfunded sports like tennis, cricket, and paralympics. He emphasized that with the trust placed in Olopade’s professional leadership, Nigerian sports development is poised for global competitiveness with prospects of rapid economic transformation.
