Division 1 Volleyball: Equity Spikers of Kebbi records first win

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May 28, 2021

Equity Spikers of Kebbi recorded their first win against Oyo state 3-1 (20-25, 25-22, 25-12, 25-21) at the ongoing 2021 National Division 1 League in Kaduna state.

Oyo state took the first set of the game but could not maintain the momentum in the second to fourth set of the game.

The head coach of Equity Spikers of Kebbi, Samuel Itawa said he is impressed by the fighting spirit of his players.

Itawa revealed that this is the first national outing most of the players will be attending and will not put pressure on the team

He said, “I am really impressed with the performance of my players, though this is their first national outing. They are out for exposure and I am happy because I never expected this.

“I encouraged the boys after they lost the first set of the game and pushed them hard in the second set. Most of the players are young boys and they listened to every word from the coaching crew”.

Itawa said Equity SPikers will give their best against Caliphate Spikers adding that they are determined to record another victory at the division 1.

He said, “I am expecting a better performance from my players when we play against Caliphate Spikers of Sokoto on Friday”.

Day 4 results (men):

JVC of Yola v Spartan Spikers of Yola 3-0 (29-27, 27-25, 25-23)

Kwara United v Katsina United 3-0 (25-14, 25-19, 25-21)

Equity Spikers of Kebbi v Oyo state 3-1 (20-25, 25-22, 25-12, 25-21)

Kada Kings v Caliphate Spikers of Sokoto 3-0 (25-14, 25-16, 25-9)

Women:

Kwara United v Zamfara Babes 3-0 (25-10, 25-20, 28-26)

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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase

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October 4, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

With 29 days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Nigeria is stepping up preparations to host the continental women’s team golf championship, with the extensive rehabilitation of the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja providing a major boost to the country’s readiness.

In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja Director of Communication AACT 2026, Kayode Adeniyi said the Club’s Board of Trustees has assured that the facility will be fully prepared to welcome golfers, officials and delegates from across Africa when the championship tees off on November 2.

Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, CFR, gave the assurance after inspecting ongoing rehabilitation works at the Club, expressing satisfaction with the progress recorded so far.

The IBB International Golf and Country Club has undergone extensive rehabilitation following its closure to regular golfing activities for more than a year. The intervention has focused on the golf course, selected holes, the clubhouse and other key facilities required to provide a befitting venue for the continental championship.

Justice Dongban-Mensem expressed confidence that the rehabilitation programme would be completed in time for the AACT, further reassuring stakeholders that the Club would be ready to host Africa’s leading female golfers.

Chairman of the Club’s Interim Management Committee, Peter Deshi, also expressed optimism over the progress of work, with regular golfing activities expected to resume ahead of the championship.

For the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the readiness of the host venue remains a critical component of the country’s preparations.

President of the Association, Dr. Lami Ahmed, has similarly expressed confidence in Nigeria’s preparations to stage a successful championship.

The 2026 AACT is scheduled to take place from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.

With the countdown now entering its final month, the rehabilitation of the Club is sending a strong message about Nigeria’s determination to deliver a successful championship and provide a worthy stage for Africa’s finest female golfers.

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