During the National Carnival Polo Tournament held on December 21, 2024, at the Guards Polo Club in Abuja, Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), emphasized the significance of a vibrant sports calendar for the country's economy. Dikko advocated for the potential of polo to enhance the sports weekend economy, noting its ability to unite various societal classes and promote community engagement. He highlighted that the tournament created over 1,000 jobs, demonstrating the economic impact of sporting events. The NSC aims to integrate sports into weekend activities to boost Nigeria's GDP. In the tournament, Max Air Polo Club triumphed over STL with a score of 4-3 to win the Legislative Shield, while Team FK3 narrowly defeated Team Musaco 6-5 to claim the Minister's Cup. Dikko was joined at the event by former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa and Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo, underscoring the collaboration between sports and government in promoting economic growth through recreational activities. [4a851b66]
