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Amokachi, Ikpeba, Siasia, Musa, Other Top Dignitaries to Grace Shehu Dikko Novelty Match
A star-studded lineup of sports icons, ex-internationals and captains of industry are set to participate in the Shehu Dikko Novelty Match, scheduled for December 4, 2024, at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja.
The match will feature renowned names in Nigerian football, including Daniel Amokachi, Victor Ikpeba, Garba Lawal, Ahmed Musa, Samson Siasia, Victor Agali, and Rabiu Ali.
According to the coordinator, Mr. Chidi Okonkwo, the event aims to celebrate the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, whose unparalleled passion for sports has left an indelible mark on the industry.
Organizers of the Shehu Dikko Novelty Match (SDNM) emphasized that the event goes beyond celebration, serving as a platform to raise awareness within the sports community about the new direction of Nigerian sports.
Dignitaries expected to grace the event include the NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, the NSC Director General, Honourable Bukola Olopade, and former Sporting Director of Enyimba International, Jude Anyadufu, amongst others.
The highly anticipated match will see Team Shehu Dikko face off against Team Nigeria, promising an exciting display of skills, as seen in times past and camaraderie while celebrating a figure who continues to champion sports development in Nigeria.
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Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday
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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