Igoche Marks Advices NSC Leadership To Tackles Federations’ Leadership Menace Or….
…Declares 2025 A New Dawn for Nigerian Sports
Abuja (Core Reporters) Igoche Mark, the Initiator of Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship has advised the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC) with it Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and DG Hon Bukola Olopade to cleanse the federations of ineffective leadership that has bedeviled the sector for sometimes now. Adding that if this is not giving urgent attention may mark the beginning of their failure in their national assignments.
Mark, in his 2025 new year message he personally signed on Tuesday titled ‘A New Dawn for Nigerian Sports in 2025’, emphasized, that National Sports Commission (NSC) must learn from past mistakes and avoid the ineffective practices that have hindered progress in the sector especially with the allocation over ₦78 billion in the 2025 budget specifically for sports development
He called upon sports administrators to adopt a governance framework that prioritizes professionalism and accountability within the various sports federations. The current landscape is fraught with challenges, as many federations, including the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), are plagued by internal conflicts and leadership issues. Mark stresses that addressing these problems should be the NSC’s top priority if it hopes to succeed in its mission.
The Basketball Promoter, Mark expressed optimism in the Nigerian Sports sector in the new year with coming onboard of the National Sports Commission; as he thanked President Tinubu for demonstrating a steadfast commitment to revitalizing Nigeria’s sports economy.
He said, “As the world welcomes the year 2025, a wave of optimism is sweeping through the Nigerian sports community, fueled by the establishment of the National Sports Commission (NSC). This pivotal development marks a significant turning point in the nation’s sports framework, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the helm, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to revitalizing Nigeria’s sports economy.
“In a bold move, the Nigerian government has allocated over ₦78 billion in the 2025 budget specifically for sports development. This substantial investment is a clear indication of the administration’s dedication to advancing sports in the country. However, as Igoche Mark, a prominent basketball promoter and the initiator of the Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, emphasizes, the NSC must learn from past mistakes and avoid the ineffective practices that have hindered progress in the sector.” he said.
As Nigeria gears up for the next FIFA World Cup, Mark urges the NSC to cleanse the federations of ineffective leadership. He warns that without critical reforms, the commission risks becoming a monumental failure, jeopardizing the future of sports in Nigeria.
To the athletes, Mark offers encouragement, urging them to seize the opportunities presented by the new sports framework. With the right support and infrastructure in place, he believes that Nigerian athletes can shine on the global stage and bring pride to the nation.
Mark also reaches out to the passionate fans of Nigerian sports, asking them to continue their unwavering support for athletes and teams. “The energy and enthusiasm of fans serve as a vital source of motivation for athletes striving for success.”
Reflecting on the journey ahead, Mark quotes the inspiring words of Nelson Mandela: “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” He calls on all stakeholders to rise to the challenge of transforming Nigerian sports, making 2025 a year to remember.
Wishing stakeholders a Happy New Year, Igoche Mark concludes with a heartfelt message: “May God bless Nigerian sports!” Mark concludes his new year message.
