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Volleyball: Customs edge closer to 2024 CGC title with victory over CNS
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) women’s volleyball team delivered a stunning performance to edge closer to the coveted 2024 Comptroller General of Customs (CGC) Volleyball Premier League in Abuja title.
Customs defeated the defending champions, CNS Spikers, 3-0 (25-21, 25-20, 25-19) in a thrilling encounter at Moshood Abiola Stadium’s indoor sports hall on Tuesday.
This victory was a significant moment for the Nigeria Customs Service, former champions of the prestigious league. Customs have now put themselves in a prime position to challenge for the title again, showing determination and skill many had been waiting to see throughout the competition.
CNS Spikers, who came into the match as the defending champions, struggled to find their rhythm against the relentless attacks and solid defense of Customs. Despite their best efforts, the Spikers couldn’t overcome the disciplined and well-coordinated play from their opponents, allowing the Nigeria Customs Service to dominate all three sets.
The Sports Secretary of the Nigeria Customs Service, Samuel Onikeku, praised the team’s outstanding performance.
He commended the players for their focus and resilience, as well as the technical crew for their strategic preparation.
“This is a big step towards reclaiming our title,” Onikeku said.
“The players have shown excellent teamwork and commitment. We knew CNS Spikers would be a tough team to beat, but the players remained focused and executed our game plan perfectly. Their confidence on the court was evident, and it’s clear they’ve been working hard behind the scenes.”
Onikeku also emphasized the importance of mental preparation in the team’s success.
“We focused a lot on mental strength. The team maintained their composure, even when CNS Spikers tried to mount a comeback. It’s crucial to stay focused and not let emotions take over, and today, the players did that remarkably well.”
Reflecting on the team’s journey so far, Onikeku expressed optimism for the rest of the tournament.
“We are not resting on our laurels. This is just one step towards our ultimate goal of winning the title. The technical crew has been putting in tremendous effort to prepare the players, and we know that with continued discipline and hard work, we can go all the way. We will keep pushing forward, and the players are ready for whatever challenge comes next.”
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Governor’s Cup Final: NIS DG, Shaibu, Gusua, Others leads Support for tournament
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Institute of Sports, Comrade Philip Shaibu and the Nigeria Football Federation president, Ibrahim Gusua has thrown their weight behind the Governor Diri Douye governor’s cup tournament.
The dou were at the finals of Governor’s Cup final between Eternal Grace Ministry FC (EGM FC) and Advance Dreams FA at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Rt Hon Philip Shaibu, Director-General of the National Institute of Sports and immediate past Deputy Governor of Edo State, was in attendance, lending his support to the event.
The Governor’s Cup tournament, which commenced earlier in 2025, has been a thrilling competition, featuring top teams from across the state.
As the match gets concluded, both teams gave their all, Comrade Philip Shaibu watched the game closely his experience as a sports administrator informing his analysis of the game.
The crowd is fully engaged, cheering on their favorite team with enthusiasm. Philip Shaibu’s presence is adding to the excitement, and he is being warmly received by the Governor of Bayelsa State and other sports enthusiasts, including NFF president, Mallam Ibrahim Musa Gusau, former super Eagles Coach and Technical Director Samson Siasia and Austin Egueavon.
As the tournament ends, the DG , National Institute of Sports hope that othe Governors should emulate their Bayless state counterpart in developing grassroots sports through cach them young.
Speaking shortly after the the tournament, Shaibu said look forward into partnership with state governments in producing experience and qualified coaches in different sports field.
” Yes, an happy that am here to witness this final game, we are ready to partner with all State Governors and the FCT in our task ahead. We need to measure up globally in terms of our coaches Media care . “
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