Victor Ochei, the former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, has been elected as the new President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF).
Election and Priorities
- Previous Political Position: Former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly.
- Sports Body Headed: Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF).
- Nature of Victory: Mr Ochei emerged victorious in a contested election held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. He secured a decisive victory, polling 11 votes out of the 12 possible votes.
- Priorities: In his acceptance speech, Ochei pledged to unite all stakeholders and focus on building a robust ecosystem for players, coaches, and officials. His administration’s priorities include attracting sponsorships, securing funding, and creating sustainable career pathways within the sport, aiming to return tennis to its “rightful place” in Nigeria.
