TINUBU DECLARES 6TH OSOM GAMES OPEN ..... Restate Commitment To Promoting Nigerian Athletes Through Regular Internal Competitions.

Mallam Shehu Dikko 
Chairman, National Sports Commission NSC 

"The 6th OSOM Games promises to be an exciting six days of competition, and all eyes will be on the athletes as they compete for medals and glory." Dikko.

In his determination to reposition Nigeria's sports sector, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in line with his Renewed Hope Initiative on Thursday declared open, the 6th OSOM Games at a colourful ceremony at the Moshood Abiola International Stadium in Abuja. 

Represented by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu restated his commitment to promoting Nigerian athletes through regular internal competitions. 

Air Vice Marshal Nanjul Kenneth Khumzi, representative of the Chief of Defence Staff chatting with the NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko while another of the invited guest looks on.

The event had in attendance, the Chief of Defence Staff, CDS General Christopher Gabwin Musa and the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun alongside Heads of some of the paramilitary agencies.

Speaking at ceremony, Mallam Shehu Dikko reinstated the Commission's dedication to their Renewed Hope Initiative for Nigerian Sports Economy (RHINSE) mandate and their goal of turning sports from a field of consumption to one of production.

NSC Chairman taking salute during the parade

The OSOM Games, which stands for One Service One Medal, is an inter-security agency competition that aims to foster unity and camaraderie among the various security agencies in Nigeria. It also serves as a platform for discovering new talents and keeping athletes actively engaged.

Dikko, in his address, recognized the significant role that the security agencies have played in Nigeria's sporting history and believes that they still have the potential to produce top-class athletes for the country.

"With the RHINSE mandate, given by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the NSC is focused on organizing regular competitions to discover and nurture new talents.

"This aligns with the broader vision of reforming the Nigerian sports sector and shifting the focus from consumption to production." The NSC Chairman stated.

He highlighted the importance of local competitions like the OSOM Games in achieving this goal and emphasizes the Commission's commitment to making it a success.

According to the NSC Chairman, "the 6th OSOM Games promises to be an exciting six days of competition, and all eyes will be on the athletes as they compete for medals and glory. As the NSC continues to prioritize internal competitions, it is believed that this will lead to the discovery of new talents and the development of a stronger sports economy in Nigeria." He said.

He expressed the NSC's commitment to regular internal competitions and its focus on turning sports into a production field is a positive step towards the development of Nigerian sports. 

"The 6th OSOM Games is just one of the many initiatives taken by the Commission to achieve this goal, and it is expected to have a significant impact on the Nigerian sporting landscape. Let us continue to support and celebrate our athletes as they compete in the OSOM Games and future competitions organized by the National Sports Commission." Dikko concluded.

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gabwin Musa who was represented by Air Vice Marshal Nanjul Kenneth Khumzi, thanked the organizers of the 6th National OSOM Games for the efforts put in place.

CDS Musa assured of the commitment of the Nigeria Army to protecting the citizens, ensure peace and security of the nation. He called on Nigerians to contribute to the development of sports.

"By gathering here, we are laying a good foundation for the future of Nigeria sports," he stated.