Welcome to Cross River State Ministry of Sports Development
Cross River State Sports Commission
Grassroot Sports Development
Helping Talents to get Discovered
Mr. Etta Lawrence — Chairman, CRSSC
From the Chairman's Desk
Cross River State Sports Commission
Welcome to the official website of the Cross River State Sports Commission (CRSSC). Sports remains a powerful tool for youth empowerment, social cohesion, economic growth, and global recognition. We are committed to harnessing this power to reposition our State as a leading force in grassroots and elite sports development in Nigeria and beyond.
Guided by our vision to be the leading State in grassroots sports development through sustainable programmes that showcase Cross River State while creating wealth for athletes, the Commission is focused on building structured pathways that identify talent early, nurture potential, and prepare our athletes to compete on national and international stages.
Our mission is clear: to discover, train, and nurture young and talented youths in sports, with strong emphasis on local content. We believe that the strength of Cross River sports lies in our communities, schools, and local institutions. By investing in grassroots development, coaching capacity, modern infrastructure, athlete welfare, and digital innovation, we are laying a solid foundation for long-term success.
In line with our mandate, the Commission actively collaborates with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Local Government Councils, private sector organizations, sports associations, communities, and development partners to ensure efficient, transparent, and impactful sports development across the State. As Chairman, I invite athletes, coaches, sports administrators, investors, partners, and the general public to explore this platform, engage with our programmes, and join us on this journey of transformation. Together, we are Building Champions, Uniting Cross River.
Thank you for your continued support.
Email
chairman@crssc.cr.gov.ng
Phone
+234 911 502 2389
Our purpose
Vision & mission
Vision
To be the leading State in grassroots sports development, by creating sustainable programmes that aim to showcase the State while creating wealth for the athletes.
Mission
To discover, train and nurture young and talented youths in sports with emphasis on local content.
By the numbers
18
LGAs we reach
2+
Sports & games
3+
Events & programmes
Our approach
Three steps to building champions
From discovery to the podium — we create clear pathways for every athlete.
1
Discover
We identify talent from all 18 LGAs in Cross River State through structured programmes and partnerships.
2
Train
Athletes get access to coaching, facilities, and development programmes to grow their potential.
3
Nurture
We support athletes through to national and international competition, creating wealth and visibility.
What’s on
Upcoming events
13 May 2026
Team Cross River Para-Cyclists Aki Emmanuel Okon and Iya Okon Iya Set to Shine for Nigeria at 2026 CAC Para Championship in Abuja
25 Mar 2026
Cross River State Makes History at Nigeria’s 1st Beach Wrestling at the 4th edition of Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics in Yenagoa
22 Mar 2026
Team Cross River Departs Calabar for 4th Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics in Yenagoa
What we do
Differentials that transform our sports
Collaborating with MDAs and stakeholders to develop sports as a tool for sustainable human development and youth well-being.
Strategic Partnership
Working with government, private sector, and development partners to scale programmes and infrastructure across the State.
Athlete Development
Training facilities, coaching programmes, and competition opportunities from grassroots to elite level.
Talent Identification
Structured pathways to discover talent early across all 18 LGAs and nurture potential to national and international stages.
Gallery
Our activities in pictures
Moments from events, training, and programmes.
MTN Champs Calabar 2026
Niger Delta Games Edo 2025: Screening
Wheelchair Donation Ahead of Niger Delta Games
Hon. Agnes Atsu Elected Vice Chairman of Niger Delta Sports Consultative Forum
Cross River Hosted Historic Nigeria Secondary Schools Flag Football League (Nssffl) 2025 In Calabar.
CRSG Hosts Grand Reception For National Youth Games Medalists In Asaba 2024
Youth engagement through Sports
Agbokim Falls Green Marathon
Sports we support
Our games
We identify talents from all 18 LGAs in Cross River State and transform them from zero to heroes.
CRSSC
Leadership
HE. Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR
President Federal Republic of Nigeria
HE. Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu
Executive Governor Cross River State.
Hon. Agnes Astu
Commissioner Ministry of Sports Development
Dr. Peter. A. Uklala
Perm Secretary MSD
Hon. Ekanem Ekpenyong
SA to the Governor on Sports Development
Mr. Lawrence Etta
Chairman CRS Sports Development Commission
Mrs. Rosemary Martin Usang
Dir Sports Commission CRS
CRSSC blog
Explore our events
Click on an event to learn more about what we’re doing at the Commission.
View all events-
13 May 2026 Team Cross River Para-Cyclists Aki Emmanuel Okon and Iya Okon Iya Set to Shine for Nigeria at 2026 CAC Para Championship in Abuja
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25 Mar 2026 Cross River State Makes History at Nigeria’s 1st Beach Wrestling at the 4th edition of Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics in Yenagoa
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22 Mar 2026 Team Cross River Departs Calabar for 4th Governor Douye Diri National Wrestling Classics in Yenagoa
Stories
From our YouTube channel
Visit our channel
Our activities in video:
- Matches · City walks · Documentaries
- Conferences · Workshops · Seminars
- Ceremonies · Training sessions
CRSSC
Our partners
Organisations we collaborate with to deliver sports development across Cross River State.
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