Sports

Nigeria Challenger Series: FCT Teqball Boss, Welcomes Participants To FCT

Published

4 years ago

August 26, 2021

Joel Ajayi

FCT Teqball Association (FTA) chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Galadima, has welcomed all participants from across the country to the nation’s capital ahead of the commencement of the inaugural Nigeria Challenger Series.

This was contained in a statement issued by the FTA Media Officer Olawale Ayeni on Thursday in Abuja stated that the championship tagged ‘Abuja 2021’ organized by the Nigeria Teqball Federation (NIGTEQ) would take center stage from 26th to 29th August 2021 at the Turf Arena, Central Business District, and the NTIC Campus, Wuse II, Abuja.
According to the release, FTA welcomes all the Teqball fraternity across the country to Abuja for the maiden edition of the Nigeria Challenger Series, I can assure you everything has been put in place to ensure a smooth hosting of the tournament in line with international best practices.

Galadima, also stated that the Team FCT are ready to chase the title after rigorous trainings in camp ahead of the games while calling on the FCT residents to come all out to cheer the team to victory.

‘’Our players and officials had good a preparation ahead of the games, we are calling on the FCT residents to come out in their numbers and support the team to victory.”

Share on Facebook

Sports

NSC Hails Nigerian Badminton Team as Eniola Bolaji Strikes Gold, Men’s Doubles Team Secures Bronze in Spanish International Tourney

Published

54 mins ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigerian contingent at the 2025 Spanish Parabadminton International, after another impressive outing that saw the team secure a gold and a bronze medal in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday.

Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji continued her dominance, winning her second gold medal in two weeks with a commanding 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) victory over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in the women’s SL3 final. Bolaji had won gold a week earlier at the Spanish International in Victoria, Spain.

In the men’s SL4 doubles event, Nnana Jeremiah and Eze Chukwuebuka delivered a strong performance, battling their way to a well-deserved bronze medal.

NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, commended the athletes for making Nigeria proud and praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, led by Francis Orbih, for ensuring the team’s optimal performance on the international stage.

“These athletes have once again showcased the resilience and talent that define Nigerian sports. Their success is a lucid indication of their hard work and the strategic leadership we demand from the Badminton Federation and other sports federations. We are proud of them and remain committed to supporting their journey to greater heights,” Dikko said.

Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, emphasized that the achievements align with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of strengthening grassroots sports while ensuring Nigeria competes favorably on the global stage.

“As part of our mandate under President Tinubu’s administration, we are committed to developing talent from the grassroots and supporting our elite athletes to bring home international laurels. The NSC will continue to back the strategic vision of sports federations as we work towards building a strong and sustainable sports ecosystem,” Olopade stated.

Since the National Sports Commission leadership took office, Nigerian contingents have continued to impress internationally including international successes in cricket and basketball recorded thus far. The NSC leadership stated that no stone will be left unturned until Nigerian sports reaches its full potentials.

Share on Facebook