NJF Board Led by Dr Oshodi Rejects NSC Caretaker Committee

The leadership crisis within the Nigeria Judo Federation (NJF) has intensified as the board led by Dr Musa Oshodi rejects the caretaker committee established by the National Sports Commission (NSC). The NJF board insists it remains the legitimate leadership, countering claims of its dissolution and urging stakeholders to disregard the caretaker committee.

The NSC announced a six-member caretaker committee following the NJF board's purported dissolution by the International Judo Federation (IJF). The NJF board claims it has not been dissolved and is preparing for a General Assembly to consider an amended constitution and conduct elections.

The board alleges that Mrs Ngozi Amayo and her associates are behind the caretaker committee's establishment, accusing her of misappropriating funds and mismanaging the federation. The NJF board cites a letter from the IJF dated September 18, 2026, which supports its position and directs the federation to convene a General Assembly.

The conflicting claims have created uncertainty regarding the rightful authority to manage the federation and organize upcoming elections.