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Clash of the Pharaohs: Who Will Win the Crown in African Women’s Volleyball Inter-Club Championship Final?
By Joel Ajayi
As the curtain is set to fall on the 2025 edition of the African Women’s Volleyball Inter-Club Championship in Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja, it’s now a “Battle of the Pharaohs” as two Egyptian teams are set to face off in today’s final, Sunday, April 13.
On Saturday, defending champions Zamalek booked their place in the final after a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) in a thrilling semifinal encounter.
The match, held at the Indoor Hall, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, ended with set scores of 25-23, 28-26, 19-25, 24-26, 15-12.
The semifinal lived up to expectations, delivering top-tier volleyball action.
The Kenyan team enjoyed massive support from the crowd, who passionately cheered every move, spike, and rally from the KPC ladies.
It was a contest defined by experience, grit, intelligence, and raw power—highlighting the steady growth and development of volleyball across the continent.
Zamalek will now play in their third consecutive final, having secured the championship title in both the 2023 and 2024 editions.
Meanwhile, Al Ahly, also from Egypt, booked their place in the final by defeating North African side CFC of Tunisia in straight sets: 25-15, 25-23, 25-21—setting the stage for an all-Egyptian showdown.
Before the final clash, Kenya Pipeline Company will face CFC of Tunisia in the third-place match.
The tournament, which featured 16 teams, concludes on April 13, 2025, with the top two teams earning automatic qualification for the World Championship.
Sports
NVBF President, Engr Nimrod Urges Families to Embrace Healthy Living at HOBA Novelty Sports
Joel Ajayi
President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has called on Nigerian families to adopt healthy living habits through regular participation in sporting and fitness activities.
Nimrod made the call on Sunday during the third edition of the Hoba Development Association, Abuja Chapter, novelty sports event held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
He noted that physical activities such as sports are vital to fostering family bonds, community interaction, and overall well-being.
“The rate of health-related incidents such as slumping is increasing, but regular exercise helps improve the health of both parents and children,” he said. “Events like this bring families together, allowing parents and children to interact and know each other better.”
Also speaking, the stand-in Chairman of the Hoba Community, Barrister Nathan Naandeti, highlighted the significance of the annual novelty games, describing them as a unifying platform for members of the community.
“It’s something we do every year to promote unity, togetherness, and fitness among our people. Sports is part of who we are,” he stated.
Men, women, and children from the Hoba community participated in various sporting activities, including volleyball, badminton, football, and aerobics—all aimed at encouraging relaxation, fitness, and bonding among families.
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