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Nigeria Men’s Hockey Team Depart For Hockey 5s World Cup In Oman
Joel Ajayi
promising development for Nigerian hockey, the men’s national team is set to compete in the upcoming Hockey 5s World Cup in Oman.
The team, under the guidance of National Coach Baba Ndana, has diligently prepared for the tournament on their homebase turf in Kaduna.
The Nigeria Hockey Federation, led by President Engineer Simon Nkom, has played a pivotal role in ensuring the team’s participation in the maiden edition of the Hockey 5s World Cup. The federation’s efforts underscore their commitment to the growth and representation of Nigerian hockey on the global stage.
Learning from past challenges, the team has made an early departure to Oman, aiming to avoid the pitfalls of late arrivals experienced during last year’s Olympics qualifiers. This strategic decision demonstrates the team’s dedication to optimal preparation and readiness for the tournament, scheduled to take place from January 24th to 31st 2024.
The early departure aligns with the federation’s goal of starting the year with a strong representation on the world stage. The Nigeria men’s hockey team, buoyed by the support of fervent fans and hockey enthusiasts across the country, is poised to showcase their skills and determination in this prestigious competition.
As the tournament is about to start, the collective hopes and best wishes of the Nigerian supporters echo, wishing the team success, resilience, and a memorable performance in the Hockey 5s World Cup. The entire nation eagerly awaits the unfolding of this exciting chapter in Nigerian hockey.
Sports
AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.
Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.
The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.
As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.
The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.
The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.
With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.
Africa is coming to Abuja.
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