NBBF President, Musa Kida, congratulates Olumide Oyedeji on his election as WOA Secretary-General

The President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Engr Ahmadu Musa Kida, on behalf of the Federation and the extended Nigeria basketball family, has felicitated with Olumide Oyedeji on his election as the Secretary-General of the World Olympians Association.

Oyedeji, who is a member of the NBBF Board and a former captain of D’Tigers, emerged as the new Secretary from an election held on Sunday.

The NBBF letter to Oyedeji, dated 20 January 2026 and signed by Musa Kida, reads, “Dear Mr. Oyedeji, May I, on behalf of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, congratulate you on your election as the Secretary General of the World Olympians Association (WOA).

“Your election is a well-deserved one, considering your unwavering commitment to the welfare of Olympians, especially in Nigeria.

“We believe that this position is a testament to your hard work, dedication, and passion for athletes in sports, and we are quite excited to see one of our own lead and contribute his quota to the World Olympians Association (WOA).

“We are also sure that you will inspire and motivate the Youth to excel in their chosen sports and that you will make a significant impact in this, your new role as Secretary-General of WOA.

“Please warmly accept the assurance of our best wishes for a successful tenure!”