The highway to the 2nd African School Video games, Abuja 2027, gathered renewed momentum as Chairman of the Native Organizing Committee (LOC), Mr. Lekan Abari, met with prime officers of the Nationwide Sports activities Fee (NSC) to harmonize methods and fast-track preparations for the continent’s premier youth multi-sport occasion.
On the high-level assembly in Abuja, Mr. Abari was acquired by NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and the Director Common Hon. Bukola Olopade, with discussions centered on timelines, infrastructural upgrades, and operational frameworks required to ship a world-class Video games when Nigeria hosts Africa in 2027.
Hon. Olopade reaffirmed the NSC’s unwavering dedication to staging a championship that displays Nigeria’s management in sports activities growth.
“The African School Video games signify the way forward for youth sports activities on the continent, and Nigeria is able to lead from the entrance,” the DG acknowledged.
“The NSC will present each obligatory help to the LOC to make sure that Abuja 2027 units a brand new benchmark for excellence, participation, and continental unity.”
In his remarks, LOC Chairman Lekan Abari expressed confidence in Nigeria’s capacity to host an unforgettable second version of the Video games, assuring that the LOC is able to transition from planning to full execution.
“Abuja 2027 can be a second of satisfaction for Nigeria — a stage to showcase our hospitality, unity, and the extraordinary potential of our younger athletes,” he mentioned. “With the inauguration now behind us, we are going to hit the bottom working to ship Video games that each Nigerian and each African baby might be happy with.”
A seasoned administrator with a formidable footprint in each private and non-private sectors, Abari is extensively revered for his management fashion, strategic perception, and operational excellence.
His current tenure as Chairman of the Oyo State Gaming Board earned him a status as a result-driven, people-focused govt.
Abari is an alumnus of Westminster School, the place he earned a Diploma in Info Know-how, and holds a level from the University of Lagos.
