Recognition of the Esports Federation as a Credible National Contact

TLDR

• When the National Sports Commission inaugurated the board of the Esports Federation of Nigeria in February 2025, its leadership referred to approximately six years of efforts to organise and unite esports stakeholders.
• A national federation cannot create an esports industry by decree.
• Leadership requires sacrifice Federations are often announced through official ceremonies and ambitious statements.
• Existing groups may disagree about international affiliations, national-team selection or the distribution of opportunities.
• A national jersey needs a national pathway The most visible responsibility of a national esports federation is athlete selection.