Shehu Dikko, a key figure in Nigerian sports administration, paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, to discuss strategic reforms aimed at creating a sustainable sports economy in Nigeria. The meeting focused on leveraging the potential of Nigerian sports as a driver of economic growth, in line with the broader mandates of the National Sports Commission.

Dikko shared the news of the meeting in a social media post, where he highlighted the commitment to exploring initiatives that would build a sports economy capable of generating long-term benefits for Nigeria. The discussions align with the reform objectives set by President Bola Tinubu, who has emphasized the importance of diversifying Nigeria’s economy through various sectors, including sports.

The collaboration between the Ministry of Finance and the National Sports Commission is expected to foster investments, infrastructure development, and policy reforms within Nigeria’s sports sector, creating new opportunities for athletes and sports businesses nationwide.