The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusivity in Nigerian sports administration, ensuring that 14 recognized constituencies are represented on the boards of all sports federations.This decision follows stakeholder consultations ahead of the National Sports Federations elections.
NSC emphasized that Nigeria’s sports democratic structure is built on fairness and transparency, guaranteeing representation for all constituencies. No constituency will be excluded from federation board compositions, promoting a broad-based approach to sports governance.
NSC’s assurance comes as the commission prepares for the forthcoming National Sports Federations elections, signaling a commitment to democratic principles. NSC’s decision reflects its dedication to engaging with key stakeholders to ensure a fair and inclusive sports administration framework
These 14(fourteen) constituencies include zonal representatives, 6(six) from the geopolitical zones of the country, 1(one) athlete representative, 1(one) Technical representative and 1(one) Military/Paramilitary Representative.
Others Include; 1(one) NAWIS representative, 1(one) NAPHER- SD representative, 1(one) sponsor and 1(one) AFFAN representative.
The Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade said “the strength of our sports Federations lies in representation. We want to therefore make it categorically clear that none of the 14 constituencies will be excluded from participating in the governance structure of any federation. Inclusiveness remains non-negotiable.”
The NSC, therefore, calls on Gymnastics, Judo, and Shooting Federations to get set for October 18, 2025 elections in Abuja.
While Judo and Gymnastics will do their zonal elections before the National elections, Shooting federation will go on to elect their President and Vice president respectively, having already concluded their zonal elections.
