Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC) has officially inaugurated two important committees — the Election Petitions Committee and the Election Appeals Committee — as part of its strategic initiative to ensure transparency, fairness, and integrity in sports federation elections.
In alignment with international standards and its renewed commitment to excellence in sports governance, the NSC has selected respected legal professionals, administrators, and media practitioners with exceptional track records to serve on these committees.
Members of the Election Petitions Committee Barrister Denen Ikyaa (Chairman)
Barrister Ikyaa is a highly respected legal professional and expert in sports ethics.
He currently serves as a member of the Ethics Committee of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motorsport.
He is also a former member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Appeals Committee, where he played a vital role in adjudicating important electoral matters.
Barrister Chike Onyeacho (Member) He is a seasoned legal practitioner with extensive knowledge of electoral jurisprudence.
Mr. Paul Esheyigba (Member) Mr. Esheyigba brings considerable experience in administrative oversight and legal compliance. Mr. Niyi Alabi Alebiosu (Member) Mr. Alebiosu serves as the Sports Editor at the Nigerian Tribune, one of Nigeria’s leading newspapers.
He offers a wealth of journalistic credibility and a deep understanding of the dynamics of sports governance.
Miss Linda Akalugwa (Member/Secretary) Miss Akalugwa is a dedicated legal professional who will act as the secretary of the Committee.
Her dual role as secretary and member positions her as a crucial figure in ensuring administrative precision and procedural fairness throughout the committee’s activities.
The Election Appeals Committee A.U. Mustapha, SAN (Chairman)** A.U. Mustapha, SAN, is a renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria with decades of experience in legal arbitration and sports law.
 has officially inaugurated two important committees — the Election Petitions Committee and the Election Appeals Committee — as part of its strategic initiative to ensure transparency, fairness, and integrity in sports federation elections.){kind=link}