…As He Eyes Badagry International Showpiece In July
By:Maxwell Kumoye
Nigeria’s volleyball resurgence gained further traction as the President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Engineer Musa Nimrod, hailed the crucial backing of the Controller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, following the impressive continental outings of the Customs teams.
At the African Women’s Club Championship in Egypt, the Nigeria Customs Service women’s team showed resilience and growing maturity, battling through a competitive field to secure a commendable 9th-place finish.
Their campaign was marked by spirited performances against some of Africa’s elite sides, underlining their steady rise.
Meanwhile, at the men’s championship in Kigali, the Customs male team demonstrated grit and tactical discipline to progress beyond the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Their journey to the Round of 16 showcased Nigeria’s improving standard in men’s volleyball, as they held their own against more established continental opponents.
Reflecting on both outings, Nimrod stressed that the results were not just about placement, but about growth, exposure, and belief.
“We are deeply grateful to the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, for his unwavering support.”
“What we saw in Egypt and Kigali was not just participation, but progress. Our women fought bravely to finish among the top teams, while our men proved their quality by reaching the knockout stage. These outings are clear indicators that Nigerian volleyball is on the right path.”
Engineer Musa Nimrod added that such performances would not have been possible without the institutional backing of the Customs Service, describing it as a model partnership for sports development in Nigeria.
With momentum building, attention now shifts to Badagry, where Nigeria is set to host a major continental competition in July.
The federation is already intensifying preparations, aiming to deliver a tournament that reflects the country’s growing stature in African volleyball.
“As we prepare for the continental championship in Badagry, we are fully ready as a federation. But hosting comes with responsibility, and we need collective support to make it a success. This is an opportunity to showcase Nigeria—not just as participants, but as leaders in African volleyball,” Nimrod added.
With encouraging performances abroad and a major hosting responsibility ahead, Nigerian volleyball is steadily carving out a new identity, driven by performance, partnership, and ambition.
