PUTRAJAYA – The Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) has announced a reshuffle involving two senior officials, with National Sports Council (NSC) director-general Jefri Ngadirin and Sports Commissioner Arrifin Mohd Ghani swapping portfolios, effective today.
The ministry said under the restructuring, Arrifin would take over as NSC director-general, while Jefri would assume the role of Sports Commissioner.
It said the restructuring was part of the ministry’s efforts to enhance and strengthen the governance of agencies under its purview.
“KBS is confident that this redeployment will help improve management efficiency, strengthen service delivery and facilitate the implementation of national sports development policies and initiatives,” it said in a statement.
The ministry also expressed its appreciation to Arrifin and Jefri for their service and contributions, and hoped they would remain committed to delivering their best in their new roles for the advancement of the country’s sports ecosystem. – October 15, 2026