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Nigeria Clinches Victory Against Namibia in Thrilling Encounter

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3 years ago

March 19, 2024

Joel Ajayi

In a must win contest for Nigeria while coming off the backdrop of a disappointing match against Tanzania and Namibia also wounded from the loss against Zimbabwe, there was a lot at stake for both teams and 1 more loss for either team would end their journey at the 13th Africa games.

The toss favoured Namibia, who elected to bat first, setting the stage for an intense battle on the field.

A very well crafted bowling attack from the Nigeria team saw Namibia amassing a total of 121 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. On paper, this was a very defendable score for Namibia but the Yellow Greens had other plans.

In the second innings, the Nigerian team showcased their batting skills led by the opening pair of Sulaimon Runsewe and Daniel Ajeku. The openers remained steady, building a 23 runs partnership before Sulaimon Runsewe was caught by Malan K for 9 runs.

However, other notable contributions from Daniel Ajeku 20 runs of 25 balls, Isaac Danladi 28 runs of 21 balls and a captain’s performance from Sylvester Okpe
who stole the show with 22 runs off 15 balls guiding to guide his team to a well deserved victory.

With 1 ball left in the innings and 2 runs to win, Sylvester ended any hope for Namibia to remain in the tournament with a powerful six.

Nigeria finished with 125 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in 20 overs

Nigeria won by 3 wickets

The player of the Match honours went to Danladi Isaac, whose exceptional performance with the bat and ball played a crucial role in Nigeria’s triumph.

Nigeria will resume hostilities against Zimbabwe on Wednesday 20th March 2024.

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VIP Spikers unveil Veronica Gyamfi following successful surgery after career-threatening injury

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43 mins ago

October 25, 2026

The Gleamer

VIP Spikers have unveiled Veronica Gyamfi as their player, pledging to support her welfare and recovery after an injury sustained during last season’s CGC Volleyball Premier League.

The unveiling took place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, with Samuel Onikeku, Head of Sports, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), performing the ceremony.

Gyamfi sustained the injury while representing Wikki during last season’s CGC Volleyball Premier League.

In a swift response, the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Dr Bashir Adewale Adeniyi (MFR), and the President of Vipers sponsored her surgery at Dala Orthopedic Hospital in Kano, where she spent two weeks receiving medical attention.

Her signing by Vipers and Partners VC, popularly known as VIP Spikers, is expected to provide her with continued care and support as she progresses through recovery and works towards returning to competitive volleyball.

Meanwhile, Gyamfi was presented a brand new ASICS canvas and a branded jersey of VIP Spikers as it is believed she would return to play after completing her rehabilitation.

The intervention reflects the importance of athlete welfare in Nigerian sports, particularly the need to ensure that players who sustain injuries while representing their teams receive appropriate medical attention and rehabilitation support.

The sponsorship of Gyamfi’s surgery by the Comptroller-General, followed by her signing by VIP Spikers, highlights the potential impact of collaboration between sports authorities, competition sponsors and clubs in safeguarding athletes’ careers.

After the surgery Gyamfi has been undergoing physiotherapy sessions at the 44 Military Reference hospital in Kaduna as the Sporting Club is supporting her education at Kaduna State Polytechnic.

Gyamfi’s story offers an encouraging example of support for an athlete facing a difficult period in her career.

Her unveiling reinforces the message that volleyball development goes beyond competitions and trophies to include protecting players’ welfare and helping them return to the sport they love.

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