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BFN Set Tune For Biggest, Best Lagos International Badminton Classics

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2 years ago

July 14, 2023

Like a melodious tune from a mass orchestra, the Badminton Federation of Nigeria at their Shuttle Symphony at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island modulated a new music, setting the tune for next month’s Lagos International Badminton Classics.

Francis Orbih was the choirmaster as Alhaji Abubakar Ibn Umar Suleiman, Mai Bade, Emir of Gashua gave royal colouration at the event attended by corporate badminton friendly organisations. ValueJet in the aviation industry lifted the occasion with gift items for the attendees.

Obi Asika, a creative industries entrepreneur and familiar face in the popular family television programme, “Nigerian Idol” added colour as the crowd was enthralled with the tale of success of badminton in Nigeria. Africa number one men’s player, Anuoluwapo Opeyori was the face of success that the BFN had recorded. He captivated the jammed hall with his grass-to-grace story.

“In deed, the graph is looking upward”, Obiageli Solaja, BFN board member and the 2019 Africa Woman in Badminton award winner said. It was a gathering of best of the best among the backers of the sport. It was a successful meeting of corporate bodies as they strive to further promote badminton in Nigeria.

Sola Aiyepeku, Chairman of Lagos State Sports Commission stood in for the Lagos State Government. Traditional supporters, notably; Mutual Benefit Assurance, Studio 24, Avis and GIG Group were there along with representatives of EKEDP, G.E.N, Bond Energy, Inlaks Ltd and Lagos State Badminton Association as well as Lagos Country Club and the badminton section of Ikoyi Club graced the occasion.

The Insurers and bankers – Sovereign Trust and Wema Bank – were in attendance along with The Road Users organisation.

Nkechi Obi, a celebrated sports marketing expert and chairman of the Nigerian women’s football league was in attendance and pledged her support.

A key highlight of the event was the award of recognition to supporters, ambassadors, past presidents and sponsors.

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CGC Adeniyi inspects venue for 2025 African Women Volleyball Club C’ship

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5 hours ago

March 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, CGC Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has expressed satisfaction with the progress made so far at the competition venue on Sunday.

The tournament is billed for 1st to 14th April, 2025 at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Package B, Abuja.

Speaking during an inspection tour of the facility, Adeniyi commended the efforts of those involved in setting up the venue, highlighting the dedication and resources committed over the past month.

The Comptroller General, who stopped by to assess the readiness of the venue, noted that while most aspects of the setup were in place, a few finishing touches remained.

He said, “It’s been one month of hard work, and we have committed a lot of resources in terms of time and energy into getting the facility ready for the African Women Volleyball Club Championship”.

“I felt I should stop by to see how far we have prepared.

“As you can see, we are just putting finishing touches in the hall; the mats are ready. Both halls will be put in good conditions for the players, officials, and fans to have a good experience when they turn up to watch the game”.

While acknowledging the significant progress, Adeniyi emphasised the need for final refinements before the tournament’s commencement.

He said, “I am fairly satisfied. There are still some little finishes to do, and I want to believe that before the commencement of the tournament, we’ll get them right”.

Multiple African Champion, Al Ahly of Egypt are the first country to arrive in Nigeria for the tournament.

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