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Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja Velodrome to host Teqball World Championship Qualifier

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September 12, 2023

The 2023 National Teqball Championship slated for Kwara State from September 16th to 24th, 2023 has been rescheduled for Velodrome, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja from 21st to 24th September 2023 after the Executive Board of the Nigeria Teqball Federation withdrew the hosting right from Kwara State Teqball Association.

The decision to withdraw the hosting right from the Association on the eve of the championship became imperative based on evidence of lack of capacity demonstrated by the Kwara State Teqball Association as a result of the lack of support from the Kwara State Sports Commission by extension as project partners.

In a statement signed by the General Secretary of the Federation Mr. Ndudi Edede on Tuesday 12th September 2023, the secretariat had to intervene to take back the championship in her bid to protect the image and reputation of the Nigeria Teqball Federation, (NIGTEQ) as well as Teqball as the fastest growing sports globally.

The event will serve as the qualifier for the 2023 Teqball World Championship slated to be held in Bangkok, Thailand from November 29th to December 03, 2023.

“Returning the event to Abuja will give our major partners like the Embassy of Hungary in Abuja, the Ministry of Sports Development and Corporate bodies the opportunity to witness the development and progress of Teqball in Nigeria” he stated.

Mr. Ndudi added, “We hope to improve on our last outing in Asaba, Delta State earlier in the year and the performance of our Athletes during the 2nd African Beach Games in Hamammet, Tunisia”.

Athletes, Coaches, and Referees are expected to arrive in Abuja on Wednesday 20th September 2023 at the National Institute of Sports Hostel facilities at Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja.

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Riyadh 2025: Nigeria’s Boxing Contingent Departs for Saudi Arabia

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November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Team Nigeria’s boxing contingent has officially departs the shores of the country for Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ahead of the 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games, taking place from November 7 to 21, 2025.

The team forms a vital part of Nigeria’s contingent at the multi-sport event, which gathers athletes from across over 55 nations globally. Nigeria’s participation reflects the nation’s commitment to expanding its global sporting profile and using sport as a tool for unity, national pride, and youth development.

Chief de Mission, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, described the Riyadh Games as a “crucial aspect of Nigeria’s strategic sports development plan,” emphasizing that the event serves as both a test of preparation and a pathway toward greater international success, including at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

He reaffirmed the NSC’s commitment to ensuring that Nigerian athletes receive the necessary support to excel on global platforms.

“This is more than just another international competition; it is a vital stepping-stone for our athletes toward Olympian ambitions,” Hon. Bukola Olopade said ahead of the team’s departure.

“Our team is prepared, focused, and hungry for success. We carry the hopes of the nation with us to Riyadh,” Hon. Olopade added.
Nigeria has maintained a strong presence at the Games since the inaugural edition in 2005. Over the years, the country’s athletes have recorded success across various sporting categories.

The contingent is led by experienced coaches and supported by technical staff dedicated to achieving peak performance levels.

As the competition gets set to begin in Riyadh, all eyes will be on the Nigerian contingent to deliver a performance that reinforces the country’s reputation as one of Africa’s leading sporting nations.

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