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2021 Volleyball League: Nigeria Customs bullies NSCDC on Day 5

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5 years ago

July 12, 2021

Nigeria Customs Service bullied Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corp (NSCDC) 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-19) in the men’s match at the ongoing 2021 Nigeria Volleyball Premier League in Ilorin on Sunday.

NSCDC who were unbeaten before the game came with much promise but motivated Nigeria Customs Service defeated them with class.

The coach of Nigeria Customs Service, Jonah Adamu dedicated the win over NSCDC to the Controller General of Nigeria Customs Service, Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (Rtd) for motivating the team.

Adamu said Customs had no option other than to beat NSCDC because they lost to Kano Pillars on day 2.

He said, “The team is dedicating this win to the Controller General of Nigeria Customs Service, Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (Rtd) because during our free day, we were motivated by him. He told us that the pride of the service was at stake and we had no choice but to beat NSCDC.

“If you recall, we lost to Kano Pillars few days ago and it will be disastrous if we had lost to NSCDC. NSCDC gave a good account of themselves but the experienced players in our side won the game for us”.

The former National Team player said Customs will not be distracted by the win over NSCDC adding that every other game is equally important.

Day 5 results:

Men-

Nigeria Correctional Service v Nigeria Police Force 3-0 (25-20, 25-19, 25-22)

Nigeria Customs Service v NSCDC 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-19)

Kano Pillars v Sunshine Spikers 3-1 (22-25, 25-18, 25-23, 36-34)

Women’s results:

Nigeria Customs Service v COAS Spikers 3-1 (22-25, 25-14, 25-11, 25-15)

Benue Queens v Nigeria Police Force 3-0 (25-20, 25-15, 25-22)

NSCDC v Kada Emeralds 3-0 (25-11, 26-24, 25-20)

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Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday

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16 hours ago

November 14, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

Vipers Volleyball Club have felicitated with their captain, Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.

In a statement signed by the Vipers VC Team Manager, Suraj Abiodun Jabar; the club described Mbah as a leader who has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the court.

The statement also praised the Nigerian international for her valuable contributions to the club.

The statement mentioned her role in guiding Vipers to a second-place finish at the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Club Championship in Ghana.

It read: “The management of Vipers Volleyball Club wants to celebrate Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.

“She has been an asset to Vipers since joining the club, demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication and leadership.

“Her contributions to the growth and success of the team have been invaluable.

“We appreciate her efforts, professionalism and the positive influence she continues to have on her teammates. We wish her more successful years ahead, good health and greater achievements.”

The club concluded its birthday message by wishing the experienced player continued success as she leads the team towards achieving more honours.

Beyond her achievements at club level, Mbah won a bronze medal for Nigeria at the 2024 African Games in Ghana, further establishing herself as one of the country’s accomplished volleyball players.

She has also secured qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, adding another milestone to her growing career.

In their separate messages, board members of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, James Datuhun and Chinedu Onikeku (OLY) as well as Coordinator of Vipers VC, Samuel Onikeku wished the Nigeria international a glamorous birthday.

They hailed Esther Mbah for exhibiting a high level of leadership trait since joining the team.

The stakeholders prayed for good health and ultimately success as she prepares for the Beach Volleyball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

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