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Over 30 teams indicate interest for Jos Beach Volleyball Fiesta
Over 30 teams have registered to participate at the forthcoming Jos Beach Volleyball Fiesta, according to the member of Nigeria Beach Volleyball Commission, Bolcit Barshep-Amakiri.
The 1st edition of Jos Beach Volleyball Fiesta is scheduled for 24th to 26th March, 2023 in Jos, Plateau State
Barshep-Amakiri who doubles as the organiser revealed that states from the North West, North East, North Central, para military as well as a Ghanaian team will grace the beach volleyball fiesta.
She said part of the criteria for participation is for a professional player to pair a non professional player.
The sports marketer added that one of the aims and objectives is to encourage the game of beach volleyball amongst the grassroots.
She said, “I am glad to announce that the Jos Beach Volleyball Fiesta has attracted teams from Abuja, Bauchi, Gombe, Plateau, Kaduna, paramilitary as well as a foreign team; as of now over 30 teams have registered and are still counting. I want to ensure beach volleyball is rooted in Plateau State.
“It is on record that some of the finest indoor volleyball players have their roots in Plateau State. I want the same to happen in the beach volleyball event.
“For any team to be eligible, you must parade a non professional player; thus the Theme: Pair to Inspire”.
“Our aim and objective at the Fiesta is to encourage the beach volleyball đ among the grass roots and most importantly discover new and hidden talents”, she revealed.
Barshep-Amakiri said her intention is to use volleyball as a tool to take the youths off the streets and reduce crime in her society.
Sports
Flamingosâ Historic World Cup Feat Draws Musawaâs Commendation
Joel AjayiÂ
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has congratulated Nigeriaâs U-17 womenâs national team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Womenâs World Cup in Morocco.
The Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in Saturdayâs final at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat to claim Nigeriaâs first title in the competition and make history as the first African nation to win the tournament.
Awawu Bashiru gave Nigeria the lead in the 39th minute before Oluebube Umejiaku extended the advantage two minutes after the restart. Japanâs Fuki Ito reduced the deficit in the 80th minute, but the Nigerian girls held on to secure a memorable victory.
In a congratulatory message was signed by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Minister, Nneka Ikem Anibeze on Sunday in Abuja, Musawa described the achievement as a defining moment for Nigeria and a significant milestone for African womenâs football, attributing the success to the team’s resilience, talent and determination.
âThis is more than a trophy. It is a story of young Nigerian girls who refused to give up, who rose after defeat, and who carried the hopes of a continent to the top of the world,â she said.
The Minister noted that the Flamingos had broken new ground by becoming the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Womenâs World Cup. Nigeria also became the first African country to win both the men’s and women’s U-17 World Cup titles.
The team further achieved another remarkable feat by becoming the first side in the competition’s history to lose its opening match and eventually emerge champions.
Despite suffering a 2-1 defeat to Poland in their opening group-stage encounter, the Flamingos recovered impressively, recording six consecutive victories to lift the trophy.
Musawa particularly praised Umejiaku, who claimed the tournament’s Golden Ball award as the best player, and Bashiru for their crucial contributions in the final.
She also commended the entire squad for their discipline, teamwork and determination throughout the competition.
According to her, the victory demonstrates the creativity, courage and excellence of Nigerian youths on the global stage.
The Minister reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to celebrating and promoting the achievements and inspiring stories of young Nigerians who continue to bring honour to the country.
âOur girls have shown the world what Nigeria is made of. We celebrate you today, and we will continue to stand with you,â she added.
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