Oru Leonard

The Chairman, National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko was hosted by the Vietnamese Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E Bui Quoc Hung alongside the President of the World VOVINAM Federation, Dr. Mai Huu Tin.

Key discussions centered on growing the VOVINAM sport in Nigeria and using sports as a gateway for deeper investment, trade, and cultural collaboration between both nations.

This dialogue aligns with the Renewed Hope Initiative and NSC’s goal of using sport as a tool for national development, empowerment, economic advancement and international diplomacy.

About VIVINAM

• Vietnamese martial art developed in the 1930s
• Combines physical techniques (strikes, kicks, throws) with mental discipline (focus, self-control)
• Emphasizes self-defense, physical fitness, and personal growth
• Practiced globally with international competitions and training centers
• Philosophy: “To develop and perfect the human being” through self-improvement and contribution to society.