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Nigeria’s preparations for 2027 African School Games on course — NOC president
By Aderonke Ojo Habu Gumel, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), says preparations for Nigeria’s hosting of the 2027 African School Games are…
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NOC president backs gymnastics grassroots programme
By Aderonke Ojo Habu Gumel, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), has commended the Gymnastics Federation of Nigeria (GFN) for its grassroots development…
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Institute backs soccer legends’ cancer match
By Aderonke Ojo The National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) has backed the First World Soccer Legends War Against Cancer Charity Football…
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Gumel commends Nigeria’s female volleyball team for ending 16-year Olympic jinx
The President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Gumel, has congratulated the senior female national volleyball team for qualifying for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
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NOC unveils safeguarding policy to protect athletes
By Aderonke Ojo The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has unveiled the Nigeria Safeguarding in Sports Policy, a framework designed to protect athletes and other…
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Gumel rallies Nigerians for 2026 Olympic Day celebration
Habu Gumel, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has called on Nigerians to participate actively in the 2026 Olympic Day scheduled for June 27 nationwide.
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NOC lauds Bola Tinubu’s support for sports development
The President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Gumel, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his visionary leadership and support for sports development.
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AFCON 2025: NOC President hails Super Eagles’ bronze victory
President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Habu Gumel, has commended the Super Eagles for their display of character and resilience in securing the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
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NSC introduces sanctions for cheats as Nigeria regains clean doping status
Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC) Malam Shehu Dikko, says the Federal Government is determined to protect the integrity of Nigerian sports by enforcing strict measures on athletes’ real age verification and anti-doping compliance.
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Gumel re-elected ANOCA Treasurer-General
By Emmanuel Afonne The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) has re-elected Habu Gumel as its Treasurer-General. Gumel, who is also President…