NOC Inaugurates Safeguard Commission For Athletes
Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), has inaugurated a Safeguard Commission to promote safe sports for athletes and officials.
The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of NOC, Tony Nezianya, said in a statement that the new commission aligned with the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) commitment to creating a safe sporting environment.
“Since 2004, the IOC has been promoting safe sports, and as a member of the Olympic Movement, the NOC is dedicated to upholding this commitment,” he said.
“The Safeguard Commission is tasked with promoting and aligning with IOC best practices on Safe Sports to protect athletes and Entourage (Coaches, Officials, etc), from harassment and abuse within the sporting environment.”
“This includes physical, sexual, emotional and psychological abuse as well as neglect and discrimination, making sports safe for all before, during and after sporting events and activities.”
“The commission will work to prevent harassment, abuse and discrimination in sports and also provide support and resources to athletes and stakeholders affected by misconduct,” he added.
Nezianya also quoted the President of the NOC, Habu Gumel, saying that the commission would foster a culture of reporting and investigation of allegations and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement effective safeguarding policies.
“The Nigeria Olympic Committee is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all athletes and stakeholders,” Nezianya quoted Gumel as saying. “The inauguration of the Safeguard Commission marked an important step toward achieving this goal.”
Seven professionals drawn from National Sports Federations attended the IOC International course on safeguarding. Among them were Dr. Olajide Adebola, Femi Abioye, Justina Erezi and Dr. Oluwaseun Nariwoh.
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