Paul Bassey
Commissioner for Youth & Sports, Akwa Ibom State
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Hon. Paul Bassey is the Commissioner for Youth & Sports in Akwa Ibom State under the PDP-led administration. A renowned sports journalist and administrator, he has decades of experience transforming Akwa United into a respected club and has managed major sports events at national and continental levels. His leadership brings professionalism and expertise to youth engagement and sports development in the state.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages & Linguistics — University of Calabar
- Master of Arts — University of Grenoble, France
Professional Background
Paul Bassey is a veteran sports journalist and administrator with over four decades of experience in Nigerian media and sports. He began his career in journalism in 1977 and rose to become a prominent sports editor and founding figure of the sports daily Today Sports. As a sports administrator, he has held numerous high-profile roles, including Chairman of Akwa United Football Club and various positions with FIFA and CAF as match commissioner and security/advisory official. He also serves as Chairman of the Akwa United club.
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