The Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF), in collaboration with the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), has initiated a three-day capacity-building workshop for Physical and Health Education (PHE) teachers in Kano State. This effort is part of a nationwide campaign to enhance grassroots sports development.
Training Details
Sponsored by Olympic Solidarity, the training follows successful editions in Ogun and Plateau states. Over 100 PHE teachers from across Kano are participating in the event, which is taking place at Government Girls College, Dala. Participants are being trained in modern tools such as Olympic Values Education (OVEP), sports psychology, coaching, sports science, talent identification, and athlete development.
Olympic Values Education
The OVEP framework, created by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), integrates core values of excellence, friendship, and respect into both classroom and sports instruction.
Official Statements
Speaking at the opening ceremony, NSSF President Olabisi Joseph emphasized the strategic importance of the workshop. "Everything starts from school. If we want Nigeria to produce world-class athletes, we must start with world-class teachers," Joseph stated. "This programme empowers teachers to nurture young talent, build character, and create engaging sports strategies that inspire students and foster a culture of excellence."
IOC-certified expert Prof. Abiodun Morofolu is serving as the lead resource person, while NOC’s OVEP Programme Coordinator, Kemi Obidahunsi, urged participants to actively apply the knowledge gained and continually update their skills to better influence students.
Future Plans
The Kano seminar is part of a series designed to transform school sports delivery across Nigeria. Similar trainings are scheduled for Bayelsa and Lagos states later this month.
