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The process to inaugurate a new board of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) will begin on Friday, January 9, 2026, as the National Sports Commission (NSC) convenes a critical meeting with the outgoing leadership of the federation in Abuja.
Sources confirm that the meeting, convened by the NSC, will bring together members of the current NBBF board amid growing calls for reforms in Nigerian basketball. The session will be presided over by the Director General of the NSC, Honourable Bukola Olopade, and is expected to focus on charting a clear path forward for the sport.
The engagement will take place on the sidelines of a wider NSC summit involving heads of all national sports federations, a development that underscores the importance attached to the discussions. The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) is also expected to be strongly represented, further elevating the significance of the meeting.
Key issues on the agenda include decisions on the timeline, date, and venue for the NBBF Elective Congress, which will usher in a new board. Officials familiar with the process say the meeting is intended to address lingering governance concerns and ensure a transparent transition.
While attendance is expected, sources indicate that some members of the outgoing board may be reluctant to participate amid uncertainties surrounding tenure and leadership changes.
The NSC has reiterated its position that it will not interfere in federation elections or day-to-day operations, maintaining that its role is limited to ensuring transparency, accountability, and adherence to established guidelines.
Friday’s meeting is widely viewed as a turning point for Nigerian basketball, as stakeholders seek to reset the federation’s leadership structure and restore confidence in the administration of the sport.
