NPFL Chairman to be inducted into National Development Hall of Fame
Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Board, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, is among distinguished Nigerians to be honoured at the inaugural National Development Hall of Fame.
The prestigious ceremony is designed to recognize individuals whose contributions have significantly impacted national growth and transformation.
Elegbeleye will be inducted alongside other notable figures, including Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, and the Chairman/CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Maj. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd.). The event is scheduled to take place at the Nigeria National Merit Award Secretariat in Abuja.
High Chief Darlinghtyn Momoh Umoru, Director of Honours and a respected security consultant, noted that Elegbeleye’s visionary leadership in Nigerian football—especially his efforts in revitalizing the NPFL and promoting youth development through sports—makes him a deserving inductee.
“These honours are reserved for individuals whose exceptional efforts have strengthened Nigeria’s socio-economic, security, and development landscape—whether in public service or private enterprise,” Chief Umoru stated during a press briefing in Lagos.
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Other high-profile honorees include boxing legend Bash Ali, LSFA Chairman Hajji Gafar Liameed, veteran journalist Paul Ejime, Pastor Dr. Victoria Ben Shimfe, among others. Dr. Chioma Amajoh will also be inducted into the Mother Africa Hall of Fame for her contributions to development across the continent.
