The Centre will be established and charged with the sole responsibility for the organisation and administration of sports in the University. It will provide facilities for different sporting events approved by Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA). The sports are Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Chess, Cricket, Handball, Hockey, Judo, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Tennis and Volleyball.

The Centre will provide a platform for students to lead a balanced lifestyle and gain new experiences and friendships through various sporting clubs and activities. It will be a place for sport enthusiasts to sharpen their skills, connect with like-minded people and participate in various competitions. The centre shall organize sporting competitions both among the Colleges and departments of the University and with other institutions. Itwill also organize various sports clubs for membership by the students.

The Centre will be headed by a Director who shall be a qualified and experienced professional from the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education.