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Nigeria Hockey Federation President Engr Nkom Joins African Hockey Federation Executive Board

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2 months ago

October 16, 2025

Joel Ajayi

The President of the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF), Engineer Simon O. Nkom, has been elected into the Executive Board of the African Hockey Federation (AfHF) at its 25th Ordinary Congress held at Hotel Mercure, Ismailia, Egypt.

The prestigious congress, which brought together top hockey administrators and stakeholders from across the continent, marked a new chapter in the leadership structure of African hockey.

Engr. Nkom’s election is widely regarded as a recognition of his consistent dedication and outstanding contributions to the growth and development of hockey in Nigeria and beyond. In his remarks during the election process, Nkom expressed deep appreciation for the confidence reposed in him by his peers and reaffirmed his commitment to serve selflessly in advancing the sport at the continental level.

The congress also witnessed a moment of honour for Nigeria’s Professor Ediga, who successfully completed a ten-year tenure as a member of the AfHF Executive Board.

He was specially recognized by the President of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), Mr. Tayyab Ikram, and the President of the African Hockey Federation, Mr. Seif Ahmed, for his immense contributions to the sport’s administration and development in Africa.

The Nigeria Hockey Federation extended heartfelt congratulations to both Engr. Nkom and Professor Ediga, describing their achievements as a testament to Nigeria’s growing influence in continental hockey and their unwavering dedication to nurturing the dream of sustained hockey excellence.

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Tangerine APT Pension Crowned New Kings of PFA Games 2025

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11 hours ago

November 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi
Joel Ajayi Tangerine APT Pension stormed the 2025 Pension Fund Administrators Games and snatched the crown with a commanding 66 points—ending FCMB’s reign and announcing themselves as the new champions of corporate sporting excellence.

From the first whistle to the final scoreboard, Tangerine APT played like an organisation possessed. They dominated volleyball and snooker, showcased brilliant tactical depth to finish second in chess behind Norrenberger, secured second place in team bonding behind Premium Pension, and held their own across the board—fourth in football, sixth in table tennis, fifth in scrabble, and eighth in e-sports, press conference, discipline and grooming. Every point mattered, and Tangerine APT grabbed them with fire.

Defending champions FCMB, despite flashes of brilliance, simply could not summon last year’s magic.

They finished second overall with 63 points—just three points behind the new champions. FCMB were first in scrabble, second in football, third in table tennis and e-sports, fourth in snooker and team bonding, and fifth in volleyball, chess, and press conference/discipline/grooming. A brave defence, but not enough to stop the Tangerine wave.

Rounding off the podium is NPF Pension, finishing third with 57 points after a spirited campaign. They claimed gold in football, second in table tennis and e-sports, third in volleyball, fourth in scrabble, sixth in press conference/discipline/fanfare/most coordinated, seventh in chess, and eighth in snooker and team bonding.

The rest of the table saw fierce competition:4th – Norrenberger Pension: 52 points, 5th – Premium Pension: 47 points, 6th – NNPC Pension: 45 points, 7th – Access Arm: 41 points
In Others position 8th – Trustfund Pension: 29 points 9th – PENCOM: 28 points and 10th – NUPEMCO: 25 points.

With the dust settled and the cheers still echoing, one truth stands tall:Tangerine APT Pension has ushered in a new era—bold, dominant, and unforgettable.

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