Ogun Sport Youth Ambassadors Honour NSC DG, Bukola Olopade

 


Aina Obasanjo 



The Ogun Sport Youth Ambassadors have honoured the Director-General,  National Sports Commission, NSC, Chief Bukola Olopade with a Sports Development and Sports Leadership Award.


Presenting the award in Abeokuta, the Coordinator of the Ogun Sport Youth Ambassadors, Mr Falowo Adedeji said the award was presented to the NSC Director-General in recognition of his contributions to sports development and his longstanding role as a mentor to young people.


Mr. Adedeji explained that the Ogun sport Youth Ambassadors is a youth-focused initiative aimed at promoting sports development, engaging children and young people, and providing them with opportunities to excel.


He said the group had known Chief Olopade since 2002 and had continued to regard him as a mentor and leader whose contributions had positively influenced the lives of young people.


According to him, the group decided to honour the NSC Director-General because of his commitment to sports development and leadership as well as his efforts to encourage youths to channel their energy into productive activities rather than street life.

The coordinator said the award was also intended to recognise individuals who have contributed to the growth of sports and provided direction for the younger generation.


He expressed optimism that the recognition would further encourage Chief Olopade to continue supporting youth development and sports in the country.

The Coordinator, Ogun Sport Youth Ambassadors said they would continue to identify and celebrate individuals whose contributions are helping to create better opportunities for young people through sports.

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