The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its partnership as a Co-Host of the Sports Africa Investment Summit (SAIS) 2025, further strengthening its commitment to driving economic growth and fostering a sustainable sports ecosystem in Nigeria. Led by Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko, the Commission is poised to make the summit a cornerstone for transformative sports development across Africa.

Scheduled for February 17–18, 2025, the event will take place at the Lagos Continental Hotel in Victoria Island. The NSC’s active involvement underscores its vision of repositioning sports as a major economic sector powered by innovative investments and infrastructure development.

A Renewed Vision for Sports and Economic Growth

Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko addressed the summit’s adjusted timeline, highlighting its strategic importance:

“The National Sports Commission is committed to shaping a sustainable and inclusive sports ecosystem in Nigeria. The decision to postpone SAIS reflects our desire to align this summit with our renewed vision and ensure that public sector engagement is maximized. This extra time will enable us to strategically mobilize resources, foster collaborations, and demonstrate leadership in the sports investment space.”

The NSC is leveraging SAIS 2025 to solidify its role as a catalyst for economic transformation through sports, emphasizing collaboration between public and private stakeholders to achieve sustainable growth.

Keynote and Panel Contributions by Mallam Shehu Dikko

As a centerpiece of the summit, Mallam Shehu Dikko will deliver an agenda-setting keynote address during the opening ceremony on February 17th. His speech will focus on:

• Strategies for repositioning sports as a robust economic sector.
• The role of innovative business models in achieving sustainability.
• The potential of sports to drive social and community transformation.

Additionally, Mallam Dikko will participate in two critical breakout sessions:

1. Facilities, Stadiums, and Arenas: The Sports Infrastructure Strategy for Industry Development.
2. Accelerating Industrialization through Sports Development and Investments.

These sessions will provide actionable insights into the role of infrastructure and investment in fostering a thriving sports ecosystem in Africa.

SAIS 2025: A Platform for Transformative Collaboration

Themed “Unleashing Africa’s Potential: Investing in Sports Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future,” SAIS 2025 will bring together:

• Policymakers: To establish regulatory frameworks that attract investments.
• Investors: To explore profitable opportunities in the African sports market.
• Industry Leaders: To share success stories and insights into transforming sports into a major economic sector.