Category: Sports

NiDCOM applauds Ganiyat Adeduntan’s appointment as GW Women’s Basketball Head Coach

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated Coach Ganiyat Adeduntan on her historic appointment as the Head Coach of the George Washington Revolutionaries Women’s Basketball team in the United States.   Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, described Adeduntan’s appointment as a major achievement for Nigeria and the African diaspora, commending her resilience, leadership, and excellence in the sport.   Speaking on the development, Dabiri-Erewa noted that Adeduntan’s success served as an inspiration to young Nigerian women aspiring to break barriers in sports and beyond.   “We are immensely…

Customs MMAC launches weekly fitness programme to enhance Officers’ well-being

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Murtala Muhammed Airport Command (MMAC), has introduced a weekly fitness programme aimed at improving the physical and mental well-being of officers, stakeholders, and personnel from sister agencies.   The initiative was officially launched at the Bashir Adewale Adeniyi Sports Arena in Ikeja on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Speaking at the event, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Michael Awe, emphasized the importance of maintaining physical fitness for optimal performance.   “If you know the value of the facility we have provided, you won’t hesitate to…

YSFON hails Super Eagles’ victory, calls for sustained excellence

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The Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON) has applauded the Super Eagles for their impressive 2-0 victory over Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Kigali.   YSFON President, Dr. Nasiru Gawuna, praised the players and technical crew for their teamwork and resilience, describing the win as a major boost to Nigeria’s World Cup aspirations.   In a statement after the match, Gawuna said the Super Eagles’ performance had reignited the hopes of Nigerians, urging the team to maintain their winning mentality.   “Sports remain a unifying factor…

First Lady Remi Tinubu named Grand Patron ,as Nigeria Customs set to fly flag at 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Championship

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has been named the Grand Patron of the 2025 African Women’s Club Volleyball Championship, with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) team set to represent the nation in the tournament, scheduled to take place from April 1 to 14, 2025. The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, presented the offer to the First Lady, commended her dedication to the advancement of women in sports.   “There is a popular saying that when a woman puts her hand to the plough, the earth…

NiDCOM seeks probe into Nigerian TikTok Worker’s mysterious death in Kenya

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has called for a thorough investigation into the death of Ms. Ladi Anzaki Olubunmi, a Nigerian TikTok content moderator employed by Teleperformance, a social media contracting firm in Kenya.   Ms. Olubunmi, who had been working with the company since 2022, was found dead in her Nairobi apartment last week after being absent from work for three days. Reports indicated that her body was discovered in a decomposing state, raising concerns over the circumstances surrounding her untimely demise.   In response, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa,…

NSC hails Nigeria Customs’ role in securing CAVB 2025 Women’s Volleyball Championship hosting rights

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed deep appreciation to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for its crucial support in securing the hosting rights for the CAVB 2025 Women’s African Club Volleyball Championship, set to take place in Abuja from April 1 to 14, 2025.   In a letter of appreciation dated March 17, 2025, and personally signed by the Director-General (DG) of NSC, Honourable Bukola Olopade, the Commission acknowledged the pivotal role played by the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, in facilitating Nigeria’s successful bid. The Customs Service…

CGC Adeniyi hosts Volleyball Federation delegation, assures support for Continental Tournament

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) commitment to fostering sports development as he hosted a delegation from the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVF) at the Customs Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, on Friday, March 7, 2025.   The delegation, led by NVF President Engineer Musa Nimrod, was also joined by the Benin Republic Volleyball Federation President, Ali Yaro. The CGC expressed delight at the growing prominence of the upcoming continental volleyball championship, which has attracted significant interest from clubs across Africa. CGC Adeniyi described…

Diaspora Partnership Crucial to Nigeria’s Sports Development – Dabiri-Erewa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has reiterated the importance of diaspora involvement in the development of Nigeria’s sports sector. Dabiri-Erewa stated that the country’s sports landscape could witness significant growth if the knowledge, skills, and investment potential of Nigerians abroad are fully harnessed. She made this assertion in Lagos while receiving Super Bowl champion Morotoluwa Ojomo, who was warmly welcomed by NiDCOM officials at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja. Ojomo, a Nigerian-born American football star and member of the victorious Philadelphia team in…

Nigerian military debunks allegations on Visa request for Invictus Games

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Headquarters has refuted recent allegations regarding the Nigerian military’s visa requests for the Invictus Games in Vancouver, Canada.   In a statement signed by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, Director of Defence Information, the military clarified that it received an official invitation to participate in the global sporting event, which celebrates wounded and recovering service personnel. Nigeria’s contingent consisted of three officers, 21 athletes, and a physiotherapist, with the Invictus Games Foundation covering accommodation and feeding costs.   However, despite all necessary arrangements, only 14 members of the team…

NSC Chairman applauds Waldorf Knoll’s Inter-House Sports, pledges support for Grassroots Talent Development

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has commended Waldorf Knoll for its well-organized inter-house sports event, describing it as a crucial platform for discovering and nurturing young talents across Nigeria. He noted that the initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision for grassroots sports development.   Speaking as the chairman of the event, Dikko praised the school’s commitment to sports, emphasizing that such programs create opportunities for identifying emerging athletes. He assured Waldorf Knoll of the Commission’s continuous support to further enhance the initiative.…