African U18/U20 Athletics Championships: Former Enyimba Sporting Director, Anyadufu Named Organizing Committee Member

African U18/U20 Athletics Championships: Former Enyimba Sporting Director, Anyadufu Named Organizing Committee Member

Precious Oham

A former Sporting Director of Enyimba Football Club, Jude Anyadufu has been named as member of the organizing committee for the 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially constituted the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 3rd combined African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, scheduled to be held from July 16 to 20, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The LOC comprises fifteen distinguished professionals with proven expertise in sports administration and corporate affairs.

Their appointment underscores the Commission’s commitment to delivering a world-class championship that meets global standards.

The African U18/U20 Athletics Championship is a premier continental event that brings together over 500 junior athletes from across Africa.

With participation expected from 53 countries, the championship is a major event in the African athletics calendar.

Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, will serve as Chairman of the Organising Committee, while the Ogun State Commissioner for Sports, Hon. Wasiu Isiaka, has been appointed Vice Chairman.

Members of the Local Organising Committee: 1. Hon. Bukola Olopade – Chairman 2. Hon. Wasiu Isiaka – Vice Chairman 3. Mr. Osaze Ubueze – Member (Corporate Nigeria) 4. Ms. Rosa Collins – Member 5. Mr. Gadzama Tafiga – Member 6. Mrs. Maria Wophil – Member 7. Ms. Chichi Nwoko – Member 8. Mr. Nnefiok Udo-Ubong – Member 9. Mr. Gowon Apondona – Member 10. Mallam Ladan Mustapha – Member 11. Mrs. Arabinrin Aderonke – Member 12. Barr. Musa Amadu – Member 13. Mr. Jude Anyadufu – Member 14. Mr. Babatunde Adeluola – Member 15. Mr. Shagaya Abdulmumeen – Secretary