NSC's Bukola Olopade invests ₦6m in Athletic Heat Meet

Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), has committed ₦6 million to support the 10th anniversary edition of the Athletic Heat Meet, taking place on November 7 at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos. This financial support includes ₦4 million designated as prize money for winners in throwing events, with ₦500,000 for each of the eight events.

An additional ₦2 million is allocated for the organization and logistics of the competition. The event aims to celebrate a decade of promoting athletics in Nigeria and will feature over 850 athletes, including established competitors and emerging talents.

Notable athletes such as Miracle Ezechukwu and Samson Nathaniel are expected to participate. The competition has been sanctioned by World Athletics and the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, ensuring technical oversight.

Olopade's support is complemented by contributions from other stakeholders, including Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, who has pledged ₦950,000 for the men's shot put.