Sports
CAVB Recognizes CGC Adeniyi’s Exceptional Support with Award of Excellence
By Joel Ajayi
It was a proud and memorable moment for the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, as he was honoured with the prestigious Award of Excellence by the Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB).
The award was presented during the closing ceremony of the 2025 CAVB U-18 Beach Volleyball Continental Championship, held on Thursday at Jabi Lake, Abuja. It recognizes the CGC’s exceptional contributions to the growth and promotion of volleyball in Nigeria.
The Comptroller-General has made a lasting impact on Nigerian sports through his unwavering physical and financial support, particularly in the development of volleyball. His efforts have not only empowered countless young athletes but have also played a crucial role in talent discovery and youth engagement across the country.
Through strategic investment and encouragement, CGC Adeniyi has helped provide opportunities for unemployed youth, offering them a sense of purpose and a path to a better future through sports.
His commitment to using sports as a tool for youth empowerment and national development has now earned him continental recognition, solidifying his place as one of Nigeria’s foremost sports supporters.
Sports
Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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