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NSC Releases Guidelines For Federations’ Elections
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has released the schedule for elections into the boards of non-concessioned sporting federations.
A release in Abuja signed by the Special Adviser to the Minister of Sports, Bolaji Abdullahi, Julius Ogunro, said that the zonal elections would hold in April and the national elections in May.
The release said the collection of nomination forms would hold from April 10 to April 15.
It advised all interested aspirants to collect their forms and submit them to the national offices of their federations from April 16 to April 17.
“The screening of aspirants and the announcement of preliminaries list of qualified candidates will hold on April 19.
“Petitions and appeals arising from screening by aggrieved aspirants will hold between April 20 and April 24 in Abuja,” the statement said.
It said that the zonal elections would hold on April 30 at the headquarters of the six geo-political zones of the NSC – Ibadan, Benin, Enugu, Kaduna, Jos and Bauchi.
The statement added that the elections for the positions of President and Vice-President of the various sports federations would hold in Abuja on May 14.
It said that the swearing-in of all elected officers would hold on May 17 after all appeals or petitions arising from the elections would have been treated.
The Bayelsa State government, yesterday, announced that the marathon will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
The inaugural race is owned by the Bayelsa State Government and will be organised by Nilayo Sports Management Limited, a sports management company.
Under the theme “The Reveal,” the race represents a bold unveiling of Bayelsa’s immense human and cultural potential to the international community, inviting the world to witness the resilience, grit, and talent rooted in the heart of the Niger Delta.
According to the organisers, the race will be flagged off at 9:30 a.m., at the Opolo Roundabout, guiding participants through a carefully designed 10-kilometre route that highlights the scenic beauty and vibrant atmosphere of Yenagoa.
The course will culminate at Peace Park Square, where athletes will cross the finish line into a grand celebration of endurance, unity, and community spirit.
To elevate the experience for runners and spectators alike, the finish venue will host a high-energy post-race concert featuring performances from top A-list artistes, blending sport and entertainment in a festival-style atmosphere.
The organisers directed all registered participants to collect their race bibs and kits at the designated Peace Park Square between March 30 and April 3, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.
The race, according to them, is currently on track for World Athletics accreditation, underscoring the commitment of both the Bayelsa State Government and Nilayo Sports Management Limited to delivering an event that meets the highest global standards.
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, on Friday continued the Commission’s nationwide appreciation tour with a visit to Abeokuta, where outstanding junior athlete, Majekodunmi Afusat Bisola, was presented with a cheque of N3 million.
The presentation forms part of the NSC’s initiative to recognise and reward exceptional junior athletes who distinguished themselves in 2025 and contributed significantly to Nigeria’s medal haul.
Majekodunmi delivered an impressive run of performances on the track. At the last edition of the National Sports Festival, she stormed to gold in the 400m and the 4x400m relay. She replicated the double triumph at the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Junior Championship, in Abeokuta, before emerging as one of the standout stars at the African Youth Games in Luanda, Angola.
Speaking during the presentation, Olopade explained that the Commission deemed it necessary to extend financial appreciation to grassroots athletes after elite performers had earlier received grants running into thousands of dollars.
“A few weeks ago, after paying grants to our elite athletes, we agreed tthere was a need to also appreciate these young, budding talents who made Nigeria proud last year,” he said.
He disclosed that of the 376 medals recorded by Nigerian athletes in 2025, more than 200 were won by grassroots talents, underscoring the importance of sustained investment in youth development.
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