Monday, July 13, 2026

NOC president hails Omidiran’s appointment as FCC chairman

Mr Gumel said Ms Omidiran’s wealth of wisdom and administrative “know-how” made her suitable for the FCC job.

• January 24, 2026
Ayo Omidiran
Ayo Omidiran

President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Ahmed Gumel  has congratulated a veteran Nigerian sports administrator, Ayo Omidiran, on her appointment as Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC).

Ms Omidiran was sworn into office on January 22, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Mr Gumel, in his congratulatory message signed by Tony Nezianya, spokesman for the NOC on Saturday,  described Ms Omidiran as one of Nigeria’s sporting finest personalities.

He said her ascension to a top federal agency was an indication of the leadership quality found within the NOC and the Nigerian sports fraternity.

Mr Gumel said Ms Omidiran’s wealth of wisdom and administrative “know-how” made her suitable for the FCC job, adding that she was a dedicated proprietor of her own female football club, who invested in the next generation.

He stated, “I offer huge congratulations to Chief Ayo Omidiran on her prestigious appointment as the Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC). She is a true veteran of Nigerian sports administration, with decades of experience in this national role. 

“From her influential days as a member of the NFF Board to her transformative work as Chairperson of the Women’s Football Committee, Omidiran has been a tireless advocate for the beautiful game. The NOC family and the entire sports world stand tall as one of our own takes the lead in ensuring equity and progress for our nation. Cheers to a successful tenure for Ayo Omidiran.”

(NAN)

We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.

More from Peoples Gazette

farmers

Agriculture

FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology

The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices

Katsina State

Politics

Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku

“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State

States

Makinde charges Oyo commissioners to stay committed as administration enters final lap

Mr Makinde urged government appointees to prioritise legacy over tenure, citing the late Obafemi Awolowo as an example.

Police Officer

States

Oyo police arrest man, recover pistol, drugs

The police said the investigation is ongoing, with efforts intensified to identify, track, and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)

States

Gov. Sani appoints new aides, board chairs to enhance service delivery

Mr Musa said that the appointments are part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen governance and inject fresh energy into public service.

Police on stop-and-search

States

Police detain suspect over illegal possession of firearm in Enugu

The police said a concealed locally made double-barrelled pistol was found in the suspect’s possession during a search.

David Mark

Politics

Appeal Court upholds judgment barring INEC from recognising Mark-led ADC congresses

Justice Mohammed held that the case that precipitated the restraining order bordered on a non-justiciable internal affair of a political party.

Sealed filling station

Heading 5

NMDPRA seals Mobil, Mangerborn Energy in Ogun for under-dispensing fuel

Mr Adebowale stated that the action became necessary due to repeated breaches of regulatory requirements by the affected filling stations.