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Gallant Efforts as Nigeria Customs, CNS Teams Exit Women’s African Volleyball Club Championship
Nigeria’s representatives at the ongoing 2025 Women’s African Volleyball Club Championship Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) teams have both exited the tournament after failing to advance to the quarter-final stage.
Playing in the Round of 16 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, the Nigeria Customs team fell to Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) in straight sets: 3-0 (25-19, 25-17, 25-17).
Although NCS began the match with promise, KCB soon took control with consistent serving pressure and capitalized on unforced errors by the Nigerian side. NCS fought hard to close the gap with some impressive spikes and serves, but the Kenyan team held firm to take the first set 25-19.
The second set followed a similar trajectory. KCB raced to an early 11-4 lead, prompting NCS to call a timeout in hopes of regaining momentum. However, the Kenyan side proved too strong, securing the second set 25-17.
In the third set, KCB continued their dominance, extending a 5-2 lead to 17-12. Despite a spirited fightback from NCS, the Kenyan team sealed the match with another 25-17 win, completing a clean 3-0 sweep. Buoyed by enthusiastic home support, NCS now moves into the classification rounds following their exit from the main competition.
Earlier in the day, the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) team also bowed out after a 3-1 defeat to Litto VC of Cameroon. The set scores were 25-22, 25-18, 18-25, and 25-17, in favor of the Cameroonian side.
The match was marked by thrilling rallies and fierce exchanges, with both teams showing determination. Litto VC edged the first set 25-22 and followed up with a dominant second set. CNS bounced back to claim the third set 25-18, but Litto sealed their quarter-final berth by taking the fourth set 25-17.
Though both Nigerian teams are out of title contention, their efforts earned applause from home fans, and they will now compete in placement matches to determine their final standings.
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No crisis in NAWIS ahead of AFN elections on Monday
Joel Ajayi
The Association of Nigerian Women in Sports (NAWIS), known for its orderliness since its establishment in 1990, continues to uphold its standards ahead of the upcoming Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) elections.
With members across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, NAWIS has consistently operated without external interference.
Over the years, its members have been nominated to various boards of national sports federations after meeting established criteria, including the payment of annual dues.
The association has attracted a strong base of respected sportswomen who have served the country with distinction, both during and after their active careers.
In preparation for the AFN elections, zonal elections were conducted on June 2 and 3, producing representatives for the national exercise.
While NAWIS initially planned to hold its election in Zaria, Kaduna State, the association’s headquarters, it was later rescheduled for Abuja on Monday, June 9, following directives from higher authorities.
Importantly, NAWIS has a set of strict guidelines that govern its electoral process, particularly the requirement for timely payment of annual dues. Failure to meet this condition results in automatic disqualification.
This guideline was the basis for the disqualification of Maria Wophil, who has reportedly not paid her annual dues since 2017. Her attempt to hurriedly settle outstanding debts just before the election was deemed non-compliant with NAWIS regulations.
Who is Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju?
Commonwealth gold medallist Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju is one of the leading contenders for the NAWIS representative position in the AFN.
She made history as the first African woman to run the 400m in under 50 seconds and brought glory to Nigeria by winning a silver medal in the 4x400m relay at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics.
Yusuf-Olukoju also claimed gold in the 400m at the 1991 All-Africa Games and silver in the 200m.
Based on nominations and her track record, Yusuf-Olukoju is considered the most qualified candidate. However, three other contenders have also shown interest, and the final decision will be made in the election slated for Monday, June 9, in Abuja.
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