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The Women’s Commission of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has officially announced the kick-off of the 2^nd  edition of its landmark Women in Sport seminar series.

The series will take place across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.

Building on the success of the maiden edition, the commission has significantly expanded its horizon to include referees, umpires, and technical officials in this year’s programme.

Embracing the spirit of International Women’s Day and its call to “Accelerate Action,” the seminar will focus on “Capacity Building in Sports.”

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In a significant move toward inclusivity, participation has been opened to many female stakeholders in the sports ecosystem, from administrators and coaches to the newly included technical personnel.

The seminar series will commence in the North West zone and be held from July 9 to July 11, 2025, at the prestigious Business School, CBN Centre of Excellence, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

It will be immediately followed by the North Central leg, held from July 14 to July 16, 2025, at the University of Jos.

The commission confirmed that seasoned sports administrators, coaches, and technical experts will deliver lectures and facilitate workshops for the participants.

This initiative is a cornerstone of the NOC’s strategy to elevate women into leadership roles within the nation’s sporting structure.

These seminars are seen as a critical pathway to achieving that goal, aligning with the global push by bodies like the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for greater gender equity in sports governance.

The schedule for the remaining geopolitical zones—North East, South South, South East, and South West—is slated for August 2025, with specific dates and venues to be announced shortly.

The Women’s Commission extends an open invitation to all women occupying any role in the Nigerian sports sector to seize this valuable opportunity for professional development.

The Secretary of the Commission, Mrs Kemi Obidahunsi, a staff member of the Committee, is the coordinating officer-in-charge of the project.

The president of the NOC, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel would declare open the event.

*Body pour encomium on Badminton Federation

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has hailed president of Taekwondo Federation of Nigeria (TFN), Abdullahi Saidu and Taekwondist, Elizabeth Anyanacho, 24, for her qualification for the Olympic Games

The Taekwondist, competing in the 67 kg weight class had dispatched Kenyan Jully Musanga in two rounds at an African/Olympic qualifier in Dakar, Senegal this year.

For Anyanacho, this would make it a back-to-back appearance at the global showpiece.

She was at the Tokyo 2020 Games where appeared as a bronze medalist from the Morocco African Games in 2019.

”Anyanacho will be attending the Paris Games later this year as a more mature lady. She is good to go, ” Saidu said. ”We are more confident in her abilities now than ever before.

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“ Lizzy is in good spirits, taking easy with a build-up training here in Abuja and eagerly waiting to take part in the African Games to be held in Accra, Ghana,” he added.

A statement issued on behalf of Engr. Gumel, President NOC, the Public Relations Officer of the Committee said: ”We in the Olympic Movement are proud to be associated with such a rising star, ago is committed to raising the flag of the Nation in Paris,’ noted the lone Nigerian IOC member.”

In a related development, The NOC has equally congratulated president, Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), Francis Orbih on the country’s impressive outing at the All African Seniors Badminton Championships 2024 held in Egypt.

The team won a total of seven medals, including One gold, two silver and four bronze.

Gumel was quoted as saying: ”Despite the loss in the final of the Men’s Team events, Nigeria has showcased their exceptional talent and dedication on the badminton court.

“This remarkable feat is a testament to the hard work, perseverance, and skill of the Nigerian athletes.”

Though the loss in the final was unfortunate, Orbih, the BFN president, acknowledged that in games, as well as in life, unforeseen circumstances can occur.

According to BFN president, the team’s ability to come so close to victory is truly commendable and serves as a source of inspiration for future endeavours.

He was also quoted as having extended his gratitude and appreciation to the players for their outstanding performances.

”Their dedication and commitment have brought pride and honour to Nigeria,” noted Gumel. ”Their achievements will undoubtedly serve as a motivation for aspiring badminton players across the country.”