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Nigeria Bids to Host 2031 African Games, AU Sports Council Set for Inspection Visit

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2 days ago

March 28, 2026

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed Nigeria’s bid to host the 2031 African Games, as delegates from the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) prepare to arrive in the country for an official inspection tour.

The high-level visit is scheduled to take place in Abuja from March 30 to 31, 2026, marking a critical milestone in Nigeria’s quest to secure the hosting rights for Africa’s premier multi-sport event.

The NSC noted that Nigeria’s bid reflects its strategic vision to consolidate its status as a leading sporting nation on the continent. The Commission emphasized that the country’s rich history of hosting major international competitions, coupled with ongoing investments in sports development, positions Nigeria as a strong contender.

During the visit, members of the AUSC delegation will assess key sporting facilities, supporting infrastructure, and Nigeria’s overall preparedness to host the Games. The inspection will also provide an opportunity for the country to demonstrate its organizational capacity, technical expertise, and commitment to delivering a world-class sporting event.

The delegation comprises senior officials and technical experts responsible for evaluating bidding nations in accordance with established standards for hosting the African Games.

Furthermore, hosting the 2031 African Games is expected to stimulate infrastructure development, create economic opportunities, and enhance youth participation in sports across the country, while strengthening Nigeria’s influence within the African sporting community.

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President Tinubu Is Redefining How Nigerians See Their Future – SSA Adeboye

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3 hours ago

March 30, 2026

Elliot Michael

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s senior special assistant on grassroots sports development, Prince Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye has declared that the country’s number one citizen is progressively ‘redefining how Nigerians see their future.’

Sports247 reports that Prince Adeboye stated this and more while providing a very deep, reflective, emotional and powerful tribute to President Tinubu on the occasion of his 74th birthday, which he defined as a milestone day for Nigeria.

While also hailing President Tinubu as a rare leader whose vision has evolved into a national movement of transformation and renewed purpose, Adeboye recalled over three decades of close working relationship with his highly-respected mentor.

Taking his mind back to when he first worked closely with the president during his time as Lagos State governor, Adeboye described Tinubu as a leader with vision, courage and consistency, plus a strong ability to translate ideas into reality.

“Having worked closely with Mr. President for over 30 years, right from his days as Governor of Lagos State, I have seen firsthand a leader who does not merely hold office, but one who transforms systems and builds people.

“What makes Mr. President exceptional is not just his vision, but his ability to translate that vision into action. Renewed Hope is no longer just an idea—it is a movement that is redefining how Nigerians see their future.

“In every young person given an opportunity, in every community touched by development, and in every life inspired to dream again, you see the imprint of a leader who understands that the strength of a nation lies in its people.

“This is not just a celebration of age, but a celebration of impact,” said Adeboye, who also emphasized President Tinubu’s long-standing commitment to youth development and grassroots empowerment, particularly through sports.

He added that President Tinubu’s all-round visionary leadership reflects a deep understanding of nation-building, which has been a highlight of consistency in his style of governance over the years, from Lagos to the national stage.

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Nigeria Sports Community Celebrates SSA Adeboye On His 60th Birthday

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3 weeks ago

March 12, 2026

Bryce Mullins

The entire Nigerian sports community is agog with songs and dances in celebrations as the SSA to President Bola Tinubu on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Anthony Adeyinka Adeboye marks his 60th birthday, today.

When it rains, it pours. And it has been waves and continued outpourings of praises and prayers for with Renowned for the highly regarded and multiple awards winning sports administrator, who is renowned for his resourcefulness, experience and astuteness.

Hon. Adeboye, also fondly called Tripple Authority or Zulu, by friends and admirers, has been variously described as a blessing to grassroots sports development in Nigeria, as well as being a major player in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to use sports, as a veritable tool for youth engagement and empowerment for the socio-economic betterment of Nigeria.

National Coordinator of Friends Of Nigeria Sports (FNS), Chief Diprieye Thompson, was full of praises and prayers for Hon. Adeboye, who he called the ‘Grandmaster’, of grassroots sports in Nigeria. He went ahead to pray that God continue to bless and protect him, for the benefits of Nigeria and humanity.

Ambassador (Rev). Samuel Ikpea thanked God for the life of Adeboye, saying the celebrated sports administrator is a blessing to sports in Nigeria.

Ikpea, who is the National Chairman of Nigeria Football Supporters Club, prayed that God in His infinite mercies continue to guard, guide and bless Adeboye, in all his doings.

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