BUKOLA OLOPADE
Bayelsa State bids to host 2028 National Sports Festival
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has confirmed that Bayelsa State has formally declared its intention to host the 2028 National Sports Festival (NSF). Olopade, who was in Yenagoa the state capital on Monday, said the visit was part of the evaluation process to assess the state’s readiness for the […]
Nigeria to Host 2027 African School Games — Olopade Vows Spectacular Event
Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has assured that Nigeria will deliver a world-class African School Games in 2027, following the country’s successful bid to host the second edition of the continental event. Nigeria beat out competition from Kenya and South Africa to secure the hosting rights, which were formally handed […]
Nigeria Urged to Harness Trillion-Dollar Sports Industry
The global sports industry, valued at an estimated $2.65 trillion, is a dynamic economic force that Nigeria must fully embrace, according to Honourable Bukola Olopade, Director General of the National Sports Commission. Speaking at the ongoing National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Olopade highlighted the sector’s untapped potential to drive national development, projecting that it could […]
NSF: Olopade Praises IJA as Swimmer Abili Eyes Olympic Glory
Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has expressed delight at the standout performances of the Invited Junior Athletes (IJA) at the 22nd National Sports Festival, Ogun 2024. Speaking after the medal presentation at the swimming event, Olopade lauded IJA swimmer Aidan Dumuje Abili, who clinched three medals—two silver and one bronze—at […]
Over 9,000 Athletes, Officials Accredited for NSF
The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, announced that 9,040 athletes and officials have been accredited for the ongoing National Sports Festival (NSF) in Ogun State. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday in Abeokuta, Olopade highlighted the commission’s efforts to ensure a successful event, noting that all accredited participants are being accommodated at […]
Junior Athletes Set to Star at 22nd National Sports Festival
The 22nd National Sports Festival will spotlight young talent through an innovative Invited Junior Athletes (IJA) program, announced Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director-General of the National Sports Commission. In an interview with Tobi Ajewole, Olopade revealed that the IJA initiative aims to bridge grassroots and elite athletes. “Ninety percent of IJA athletes are youth games champions,” […]
NSC DG Hail Flying Eagles Over World Cup Qualification
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has hailed the Nigeria U20 team, the Flying Eagles, for securing a coveted spot at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, following a commanding victory over defending champions Senegal in the quarter-finals of the AFCON U20 tournament in Egypt. The Aliyu Zubairu-led squad clinched their semi-final berth with a […]
Eagles Will Still Qualify For 2026 Mundial
Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, is optimistic that the Super Eagles will still qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite dropping two points at home last Tuesday against Zimbabwe. “I felt so sad that we drew 1-1 with Zimbabwe on Tuesday in Uyo, but it is not the end […]