NOC To Hold Olympic Day Celebration June 27
Habu Ahmed, the President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has called on people of all ages to engage in regular physical exercise for the general well-being.
Gumel made the call while announcing activities ahead of 2026 Olympic Day celebration, scheduled for Saturday, June 27.
Tony Nezianya
Public Relations Officer of the NOC who issued the statement said the event was being organised through the Sport-For-All Commission of the NOC.
He said the Olympic Day celebration was an annual event which served as a global platform to champion the benefits of physical activity
He said it offered Nigerians of all ages the opportunity to embrace the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect.
The NOC said regular exercise was a vital pillar for health and the Olympic movement aimed to highlight how simple activities like jogging and walking could burn calories, tone muscles, and effectively de-stress the mind.
“This year’s goal is to bridge generational gaps by using physical activity to foster meaningful connections between youth and older people.
“Exercising is far more impactful when shared, issuing a clear call to action for every participant to invite someone new to join them in getting active.
“Following the record-breaking participation seen in 2025, the NOC has officially dispatched invitation letters to all States of the Federation.
“State Sport Councils are encouraged to begin preparations immediately to ensure a high-impact event that reaches every nook and corner of the country,” he said
Nezianya He quoted Abdul Ibrahim, Chairman of the NOC Sport -For – All Commission as saying that the 2026 campaign focused on inclusivity and the social joy of movement.
He expressed optimism that the Olympic Day would be a success nationwide and invited corporate organisations and philanthropic individuals to support the initiative through financial donations or product partnerships.
“Beyond the immense benefit to public health, partners will gain significant brand visibility and the opportunity to align with a cause that promotes national unity and wellness,” he said.
