Makinde reiterates support for sports development

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for sports development, as it hosted the Annual General Meeting of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Friday in Ibadan.

Speaking on behalf of Makinde, Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mrs Wasilat Adegoke, described football as a powerful tool for national unity, youth empowerment, economic development and national pride, stressing that the commitment of stakeholders has continued to strengthen Nigeria’s football ecosystem.

She noted that Oyo State remains committed to promoting sports development by providing an environment where athletes, clubs and sporting organisations can flourish.

“Oyo State is proud to host this important meeting, and we remain committed to creating an enabling environment for sports to thrive. We believe that the resolutions reached here will further advance the growth, professionalism and global competitiveness of the NPFL,” Adegoke stated.

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Meanwhile, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has commended the leadership of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for aligning the league calendar with major football leagues around the world.

Representing the NFF president, Ibrahim Gusau at the event, Mr Silas Agara, praised the NPFL Board for successfully synchronising the Nigerian top flight schedule with the international football calendar.

“I want to congratulate the NPFL Board on synchronising the league calendar. It is something we have all been working towards, and it is encouraging that our league will now begin in August alongside other top leagues around the world,” he said.