Shehu Dikko’s experience will benefit Nigerian sports – NPFL club owners

By Tosin Omojola

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Club Owners Association believes the appointment of Mallam Shehu Dikko as the chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC) will breathe fresh air into Nigerian sports.

This was stated in a congratulatory message issued by the association on the appointment of the former league body chairman.

Dr. Okey Kpalukwu, Chairman of the NPFL Club Owners Association and General Manager of Rivers United FC, expressed his delight at the news on behalf of the association:

“Mallam Shehu Dikko’s appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a worthy one. His vast experience in football administration, having served as Chairman of the League Management Company and Second Vice President of the NFF, will greatly benefit the development of sports in Nigeria.”

Mallam Dikko brings a wealth of expertise to his new role, having chaired various committees in the NFF, including Marketing and Sponsorship. He is also a member of the FIFA Football Stakeholders Committee and previously served on the CAF Inter-Clubs Committee.

The NPFL Club Owners Association wishes Mallam Shehu Dikko success in his new position and looks forward to his contributions to Nigeria’s sports landscape.