An Agbede born , Etsako West local government area in Edo north district of the state, Yusuff Alli has been appointed as chairman of Edo state Sports Commission.
The appointment is subject to confirmation by the Edo state House of Assembly.
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki approved the composition of the Board of the Sports Commission in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Osarodion Ogie,.
According to the statement said the nominees for the board’s chairman and members had been forwarded to the Edo State House of Assembly for confirmation.
The names of the member-nominees are Frank Ilaboya, Mrs. Anehita Emeya, Osayaba Osareren, Dr. Emmanuel Igbinosa, Asue Ighodalo and Uyi Akpata.
‘Skippo’ as he is fondly referred to is arguably the greatest long jumper Nigeria has ever produced.
He is a three-time Olympian and best known for his gold medal at the 1990 Commonwealth Games.
