The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has expressed grief and deep sorrow over the passing of Engr. Ifedayo Akindoju, President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF). Akindoju passed away on October 2, 2025, in Abuja.
Hon. Olopade described Akindoju’s demise as a monumental loss to the Nigerian sports family, stating that the void created by his death will be felt for many years. He praised the late tennis president as a perfect gentleman whose selfless leadership brought steady growth and development to Nigerian tennis.
The NSC is mourning the loss of a dedicated sports administrator, and Akindoju’s legacy will be remembered for his contributions to Nigerian tennis.
“I am still pinching myself not to believe that Engr. Akindoju is no more because of how full of life he was the last time he came to my office. This is a big loss to the tennis family and the country in general.”
“When you see Engr. Akindoju, you see his selfless passion for Nigerian tennis and how he constantly thinks of how Nigeria can produce the next generation of tennis top players.”
The DG further assured that the Commission will stand firmly with the bereaved family in their time of grief.
“At this critical time of grief, our hearts are with his family, and as a Commission we will be in constant touch with them for every form of support.
