Tinubu scraps Ministry of Sports, demotes John Enoh

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made a significant cabinet reshuffle by scrapping the Ministry of Sports and demoting Senator John Owan Enoh, Soccernet.ng reports.

The Cross River-born administrator, Enoh, previously served as the Minister of Sports Development for more than a year following his appointment to the role in August.

This decision came during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Wednesday, where several key ministries were restructured and some scrapped.

The Ministry of Sports will now be replaced by the newly established National Sports Commission (NSC), with former LMC-NPFL Chairman, Shehu Dikko, appointed as the Commission’s chairman. Enoh has been reassigned as Minister of State for Trade and Investment, marking his demotion from a full ministerial role.

In addition to the dissolution of the Ministry of Sports, the Niger Delta Ministry has also been scrapped. A new Ministry of Regional Development will be created to oversee all regional development commissions, including the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and others from the North, South, and West regions.

Furthermore, the Ministry of Tourism has been merged with the Ministry of Culture and Creative Economy which forms a broader effort to streamline the government’s activities. These changes form part of Tinubu’s bid to boost the efficiency and performance of his administration.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

Share
Published by
Ayomide Oguntimehin

Recent Posts

“We were unlucky” – Sadiq personalizes Valencia’s loss to Madrid, highlights plans for new side

Super Eagles and Valencia striker, Sadiq Umar, has revealed he's ready to get into action… Read More

5 hours ago

“We know he’ll help us” – Everything Valencia’s Sporting Director said about Sadiq Umar

Valencia's Sporting Director, Miguel Ángel Corrona, has shared his delight at the opportunity to sign… Read More

7 hours ago

Nigeria set to lose out on Nwaneri as teen wonder makes Arsenal history in front of new England boss

Nigeria’s hopes of one day seeing Ethan Nwaneri don the green and white of the… Read More

7 hours ago

Victor Osimhen kicks off 2025 in style as Galatasaray claim tough win over Goztepe

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen scored the opener for Galatasaray in their 2-1 win over… Read More

8 hours ago

“I didn’t get that” – Sadiq Umar reveals why he left Real Sociedad to join Valencia

Super Eagles striker, Sadiq Umar, has revealed why he ditched Real Sociedad to join Valencia… Read More

8 hours ago

AC Milan vs Inter Milan: Obafemi Martins reveals what Maldini feared most about him

Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins has revealed that his remarkable speed on the pitch… Read More

11 hours ago