CG Adeniyi, elected President Nigeria Wrestling Federation, commits to robust devt of wrestling

From Femi Folaranmi. Yenagoa

The Nigeria Wrestling Federation has elected the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, PhD, as its President for the next four years.

CG Adeniyi pulled 14 out of the 14 Executive Board Members’ Votes to emerge NWF President, although he was the sole candidate in an elective Congress held at the Gymnasium Hall, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja on Saturday.

The election, which was supervised by the National Sports Commission, saw North Central Representative Chris Amkpila re-elected as the Vice President of the Federation.

A statement from NWF media assistant, Promise Otokoto, stated that Adeniyi, in his reaction to the outcome of the election, expressed gratitude for the trust reposed in him to lead one of Nigeria’s vibrant Sports Federations.

CG Adeniyi commended President Tinubu for repositioning sports through deliberate effort by appointing competent hands to handle the National Sports Commission.

The Customs boss pledged his commitment to expanding the reach of wrestling through stronger sponsorships and inclusive administration.

“I want to sincerely thank the National Sports Commission for conducting a hitch-free and transparent election. The process was smooth and peaceful, which is the real essence of sports beyond competition, fostering peaceful coexistence among diverse races and cultures.”

“The peaceful nature of the election today is a reflection of President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of capable persons at the NSC.”

“Also, my appreciation to all wrestling stakeholders for providing me with a great opportunity to lead the sport we all love.”

“Together with my team of technical and competent board members, we will dedicate our energy and expertise to help actualise and build a stronger and more virile Federation for the country,” CG Adeniyi noted.

Below is the comprehensive list of the NWF Board Members after the completion of the 2025 Elective Congress.

1. President – CG Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, PhD

2. Vice President – Chris Amkpila

3. Secretary General – Oluwasegun Bode Ademisoro

4. South South Rep- Daniel Igali

5. North East Rep – Alhaji Mustapha Bura

6. North West Rep- Alhaji Habib Abubakar Umar

7. South East Rep – Clement Ejim

8. South West Rep – Akuh Purity

9. Technical Rep – Happiness Burutu

10. Athlete Rep – Blessing Oborodudu

11. NAPHER-SD Rep – Dr Okou Femedein Timipre