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Benue State FA Announces Kick Off Date For Chief Akor Andiir U17 Competition

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2 years ago

July 14, 2024

The maiden Chief Akor Andiir And Benue State Football Association U17 tournament will kick off on Saturday 20th July, 2024 at the JS Tarka Stadium, Gboko.

The kick off date of the tournament was announced by the Chairman of Benue state FA, Chief Barrister Paul Edeh. He added that the competition will be played across the state to unearth and give opportunity to young players and also select the best of them for better opportunity.

Before the announcement, the state FA signed a partnership memorandum of understanding (MoU) with one of the foremost transports company in the state.
Hence, Flight Transport Services on Saturday became the official transports partner of Benue State Football Association.

The state U17 football tournament, named after the proprietor of the transport company, Chief Comrade Akor Andiir, will contribute to the development of football in Nigeria by discovering hidden talents for the underage national teams.

The state FA however, promised to donate medals, giant trophy, and 50 balls in support of the competition.

In addition to this, the state FA Chairman, Barrister Paul Edeh said he will sponsor the four coaches in the semi-final on free coaching course at the National Institute for Sports.

The organiser announced Monday 15th July, 2024 as the commencement date for the registration of interested clubs, adding that registration closes once the target of twenty teams has been achieved.

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Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday

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18 hours ago

November 14, 2026

The Gleamer

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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