Wahid Oshodi Becomes First African Appointed to WTT Board
Wahid Oshodi, the president of the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), has been appointed to the World Table Tennis (WTT) board. This appointment marks a major milestone as he becomes the first African director in the board’s history.
The announcement came at the ITTF Executive Board meeting held on March 1, 2026, in Singapore. Since its formation in 2019, WTT has played a key role in transforming professional table tennis. With Oshodi’s appointment, it shows the growing global influence of African representation in the sport.
WTT’s Push for Growth
Since launching, WTT has aimed to modernize the game by making table tennis more commercially viable and globally recognized. Oshodi’s appointment to the board is a crucial step in expanding WTT’s scope and achieving its objectives. The ITTF’s emphasis on governance and strategic growth benefits from Oshodi’s experience in overseeing continental progress in the sport.
Leadership Changes at WTT
Alongside Oshodi’s appointment, Petra Sörling, ITTF president, has been named chair of the WTT board, succeeding Liu Guoliang of China and Khalil Al-Mohannadi of Qatar. Sörling’s focus will be on improving WTT’s profitability and governance. The ITTF, as the majority owner of WTT, plays a central role in ensuring WTT’s success and long-term value.
Oshodi’s Vision for Growth
Oshodi’s leadership has been instrumental in the progress of table tennis in Africa. As president of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF), he made significant strides in athlete development and governance reforms. His initiatives led to the discovery of young talent and bolstered the sport’s infrastructure in Nigeria.
As president of ATTF, Oshodi continues to push for better opportunities for African athletes and a more robust governance structure. He is excited to bring his experience to WTT, where he plans to ensure equitable growth across all regions, with a focus on Africa.
Oshodi Speaks on New Role
“I look forward to contributing to the work as the board focuses on putting solid foundations in place for WTT’s long-term development,” Oshodi said.
His appointment is a step toward improving governance within the sport and increasing global inclusivity. Oshodi’s expertise will help bring new perspectives to WTT’s future.
Oshodi’s Impact on African Table Tennis
Oshodi’s work in Africa has had a lasting impact. As the president of ATTF, he’s been dedicated to growing the game across the continent. Under his leadership, the NTTF focused heavily on youth programs and grassroots initiatives, which resulted in stronger competitive structures.
Through his appointment, Oshodi aims to continue these efforts on a global scale. His contribution to the sport’s governance and growth will set the tone for future developments in table tennis.
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