Nigeria Olympic Committee Empowers Girls Through Sports

The Nigeria Olympic Committee Women Commission is set to host more than 100 adolescent girls from secondary schools across Lagos State on Saturday, October 10, at the OlympAfrica Centre, Amuwo-Odofin. This event is part of the activities marking the International Day of the Girl Child, themed “Her Voice, Her Future: Investing in Girls Through Sports and Education.” The day-long program will include presentations by women leaders in education, sports, and digital technology, mentorship sessions, and sporting activities, culminating in the official launch of the “Her Voice” pledge.

NOC president Habu Gumel stated that the initiative aims to highlight the rights of young females, using sports and education as tools for empowerment and leadership development. Gumel emphasized the importance of investing in girls' education and sports to enable them to shape their futures.

The event is part of the Commission’s 2026 annual program, which also includes a Women in Sports Leadership Training/Seminar for journalists scheduled for October 22 to 24 in Abuja.