The National Sports Commission (NSC) is flaunting an official endorsement it obtained from the worldwide physique in recognition of a caretaker committee that was not too long ago instituted for Nigeria Judo Federation (NJF).
Sports247 reviews that, whereas leaders of the NJF’s speedy previous government committee fired again on Friday with a declaration that they’re nonetheless in cost, the NSC adopted up by making public a letter of help from the International Judo Federation (IJF).
Making this identified in a press launch, NSC’s director-general, Honourable Bukola Olopade’s particular assistant media, Kola Daniel disclosed that the Commission is working totally in tandem with the IJF’s laws.
Daniel added at size: “The International Judo Federation (IJF) has welcomed steps being taken by the National Sports Commission (NSC) to handle governance points throughout the Nigeria Judo Federation (NJF), expressing help for a clear, honest and inclusive electoral course of.
“In a letter dated October 9, 2026, and addressed to the Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, the IJF acknowledged the Commission’s communication on the executive standing of the federation and famous the dissolution of the NJF Board, the institution of a Caretaker Committee and the transitional preparations put in place to facilitate contemporary elections.
“The letter, signed by IJF Secretary General, Dr. Lisa Allan, acknowledged the Caretaker Committee’s mandate to amend the NJF Constitution and convene an electoral General Assembly. It additionally famous that members of the committee had undertaken to not contest within the forthcoming election.
“The international body welcomed the NSC’s efforts to resolve the federation’s governance challenges, while expressing confidence that the electoral process would comply with applicable regulations and requirements.”
Sports247 reviews additional that Daniel concluded by mentioning that the event represents an vital step within the NSC’s efforts to revive administrative stability, strengthen governance and create a reputable pathway in the direction of an elected board for Nigerian judo.
He added that the transitional association is predicted to make sure continuity within the federation’s administration whereas laying the groundwork for a extra accountable and inclusive governance construction.
