Nigeria has officially submitted a bid to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abuja, aiming to become the first African country in over three decades to stage the prestigious motorsport event.
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, announced the development on Wednesday, describing it as a historic milestone in the country’s efforts to position itself on the global sports map.
In a statement released in Abuja, Dikko confirmed that Opus Racing Promotions has been appointed as Nigeria’s official representative for the bid. He said the move is not only geared towards sports development but also a strategy to drive tourism, infrastructure growth, and economic revitalisation.
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