The National Sports Commission (NSC) has praised Aruna Quadri and Fatima Bello for securing their spots at the 2025 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Cup. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Nigerian table tennis, with both athletes advancing to the semifinals of the ongoing ITTF Africa Cup in Tunis ¹.

Quadri, who will face Ylane Batix in the semifinals, and Bello, who will battle Hana Goda, have demonstrated exceptional skill and determination. Their success is a testament to the NSC's commitment to fostering excellence across all sports.

Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko emphasized the NSC's goal of building a sustainable sports ecosystem where Nigerian athletes consistently compete and excel on the global stage. Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade echoed this sentiment, praising the resilience of Nigerian athletes and promising continued support to elevate Nigerian sports.

Nigerian sports have indeed been thriving under the NSC's leadership. Recent successes include:

- *U19 Cricket World Cup Qualification*: The Nigerian U19 women's cricket team secured an automatic qualification, marking historic wins against traditional cricket powerhouses.
- *African Senior Badminton Championship*: Nigeria finished third, demonstrating the country's growing prowess in badminton.
- *AfroBasket Qualifiers*: D’Tigers staged a remarkable comeback, winning three consecutive games to secure a spot at the 2025 tournament in Angola.

These achievements reflect the NSC's dedication to its vision and demonstrate the talent, determination, and hard work of Nigerian athletes and federations.