On January 29, 2025, Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), had the privilege of visiting His Excellency, Senator David Umahi, the Honourable Minister of Works and former Governor of Ebonyi State.
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The discussions during the meeting focused on fostering technical collaborations between the NSC and the Federal Ministry of Works, particularly in advancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision for sporting infrastructure development.
A key highlight of the conversation was the 30,000-capacity Ebonyi International Stadium, a project initiated by Senator Umahi during his tenure as Governor.
Mallam Shehu Dikko emphasized the NSC’s interest in ensuring the stadium’s completion to the highest international standards, making it sustainable and fully integrated into Nigeria’s national sports development framework.
The meeting underscored the commitment of both parties to enhancing sporting infrastructure across the country.
Expressing his gratitude, Mallam Dikko thanked Senator Umahi for the fruitful engagement and reaffirmed his dedication to strengthening collaboration for the advancement of Nigeria’s sports sector.
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