Abuja – December 2, 2025
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has initiated formal procedures to recognise a national governing body for flag football in Nigeria, marking the first official step toward creating a federation for the emerging sport.
According to the NSC, no existing association, local or international, has been formally recognised to represent Nigeria in flag football competitions. Elections for the new federation’s executive members are expected to follow shortly after its inauguration.
In a statement on Tuesday, Kola Daniel, Special Assistant on Media to the NSC Director General, explained that the commission has the statutory authority under Nigerian law to approve and regulate sports federations, including this developing discipline.
Speaking on the recognition process, the NSC Director General said: “The National Sports Commission is currently engaging all stakeholders in flag football regarding the finalisation of a unified national federation. The NSC values the contributions of all groups and is committed to an inclusive governance structure that aligns with international standards and Nigeria’s sports development objectives.”
The Director General emphasised that the process remains ongoing and that no final decision has yet been taken. He reassured athletes, coaches, organisations, and international partners that the federation will be founded on transparency, inclusiveness, and best practices, ensuring proper representation of Nigeria in international competitions.
Further details regarding the election timetable, membership requirements, and transitional arrangements are expected to be released in the coming days.
