NOC, Olympic Solidarity to Jointly Run Sports Administration Course in Ibadan

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), in partnership with Sunshine School, is set to co-host a high-impact Sports Administration Course (SAC) in the vibrant city of Ibadan.

The programme is designed specifically for key stakeholders across the Nigerian sports ecosystem.

This initiative,organised through the Olympic Solidarity arm of the NOC, in collaboration with Dynaspro Sports and Sunshine School aims to equip Directors of Sports, Sports Officers, Heads of Sports Departments (HODs), sports marketers, and Games Masters with essential modern administrative competencies.

In a statement issued by the NOC’s Public Relations Officer, Tony Nezianya, the training is scheduled to hold at Sunshine School, Ibadan, capital of Oyo State.

Participants will arrive on Monday, November 17, 2025, for a week of intensive learning and networking, with departure slated for Friday, November 21, 2025.

The SAC serves as a crucial introductory platform for a broad range of professionals who drive sports development at various levels. Elected officials and staff of National Olympic Committees (NOCs), administrators from National Federations (NFs), club managers, physical education teachers, sports journalists, and other practitioners committed to sports development are expected to benefit greatly from the course.

The curriculum has been meticulously designed using the well-structured framework and comprehensive training manual developed by Olympic Solidarity the educational arm of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

The core objective is to enhance participants’ understanding of the history and contemporary relevance of the Olympic Movement, the organisation of the Olympic Games, and the fundamental principles of effective sports governance.

Throughout the programme, participants will explore key Olympic values, governance standards, and strategies for strengthening the operational effectiveness of sports organisations. The course also seeks to reinforce support mechanisms that directly enhance athlete welfare and performance.

As a flagship component of the IOC’s global educational outreach,implemented through Olympic Solidarity and championed locally by the NOC—the initiative reaffirms a shared commitment to elevating sports administration in Nigeria.

By equipping administrators with current knowledge, practical tools, and global best practices, the SAC aims to promote sustainable organisational development and excellence.

This edition of the SAC carries added significance, being tailored specifically to Directors of Sports, Sports Officers, HODs, sports marketers, and Games Masters within the Sunshine School community and the broader Ibadan sports environment. To accommodate diverse learning needs, the programme will be delivered in a blended format, combining interactive onsite sessions with convenient virtual modules.

The course will be led by two distinguished IOC-certified National Course Directors: Mr. Nweri Emmanuel and Dr. (Mrs.) Esther Oluwatoyin Aluko. They will be supported by the Project Officer, Deborah Chidobi, and an eminent panel of resource persons, including Prof. Fasan Clement, Programme Director at the Nigerian Olympic Committee.

The President of the Nigerian Olympic Committee, Engr. Habu Ahmed Gumel, will formally declare the course open, underscoring the Committee’s unwavering support for initiatives that advance sports administration and capacity building in Nigeria.