The President of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa, ANOCA, Mustapha Ibaraf, has announced plans to double the scholarship budget for Nigerian athletes, bolstering their preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
He made the declaration during the Annual General Assembly of the Nigerian Olympic Committee, which was held virtually. Represented by ANOCA’s Director of Finance, Jonathan Dyagas, Mr. Ibaraf outlined the initiative as part of a broader commitment to strengthening the performance of African athletes on the global stage.
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Meanwhile, Shehu Dikko, President of Nigeria’s National Sports Commission, highlighted ongoing government efforts to transform the nation’s sports landscape. He affirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is prioritising a sustainable sports economy, focusing on enhanced management and development strategies to elevate the sector.
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