Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has called on the Senate to review and approve a bill that seeks to prohibit athletes from using performance-enhancing substances.
Tinubu’s request was transmitted in a letter read on Thursday.
On the floor of the upper legislative chamber by the Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau.
The President stated that the bill aims to create a legal framework for the establishment of the National Anti-Doping Organization.
He further stressed that establishing the agency is crucial for Nigeria to adhere to the standards outlined in the World Anti-Doping Code.
“In accordance with the provisions of section 58 (2) of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended.
“I forward herewith the National Anti-Doping Bill 2024 for the kind consideration of the senate,” the letter reads.
“The National Anti-Doping Bill 2024 seeks to create an administratively independent National Anti-Doping organization which is a cardinal requirement for Nigeria.
“To achieve compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code and the international standard for code compliance by signatures.
“The enactment of this vital legislation will also help Nigeria avoid the imposition of signatory consequences the inclusion of laws of hosting.
“And participating rights at regional, continental, and world championships or major athletic events.
“It is my hope that this submission will receive the humankind expeditious consideration of the distinguished members of the Senate of Federal Nigeria for passage of the same to law before the Olympic Games seminar in Paris in July 2024.”
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