Sports
NNL Warns Prudential Sports Over Unauthorized Use of League Platform
The Nigeria National League (NNL) has issued a stern warning to Prudential Sports Limited over the unauthorized presentation of a “Man of the Match” award to Doma United FC midfielder Yakubu Kenneth. One of such incident occurred after an NNL match between Doma United FC and Yobe Desert Stars.
In a statement released by the League Board, the NNL acknowledged Prudential Sports’ intentions to motivate players and promote their brand but expressed disapproval over the failure to follow proper protocols. The League emphasized that all commercial rights to NNL matches are exclusively owned by the league organizers, as outlined in the league’s rule framework and international best practices.
The NNL further noted that Prudential Sports’ actions undermined existing partnerships and could expose the league to potential legal disputes with its commercial partners.
“As a league, we view this as a deliverate ambush of our already existing partners, who have the right of litigation against such actions if they persist,” the statement read.
The NNL has requested Prudential Sports Limited to cease further awards or activities tied to league matches until a formal agreement is reached with the league organizers. The League Board reiterated its commitment to protecting the interests of its partners and ensuring adherence to its rules.
This development highlights the importance of respecting commercial agreements in professional sports and adhering to proper channels for sponsorships and promotions.
Sports
Nigeria Customs Service Embarks on Training Tour
Joel Ajayi
As part of preparations for the 2025 African Women’s Club Championship, the Nigeria Customs Service women’s volleyball team has embarked on a training tour in Benin Republic.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from April 1 to 14 in Abuja, Nigeria.
The team departed for Benin Republic on Wednesday.
The Sports Secretary of the Nigeria Customs Service, Samuel Onikeku, appreciated the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi MFR, and his management team for approving the training tour.
He emphasised that the tour would allow the players and coaching crew to assess their level of preparedness for the upcoming championship.
Onikeku expressed confidence in the team’s potential to make a strong impression at the tournament, citing the support received from the Federal Government of Nigeria, particularly through the First Lady, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON.
He said, “The volleyball team has traveled to Benin Republic for a 10-day training tour. The players have been in camp since February, and this tour will provide them with an opportunity to compete against teams outside the country.
“I want to appreciate the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi MFR, and his management team for approving this training tour.
“During the training tour, Nigeria Customs Service will take on strong opponents from Benin Republic, Ghana and Togo.
“The support we received from Nigeria’s First Lady, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON, has been tremendous, and the team is committed to making the country proud.”
He said the service is determined to better their position after finishing fourth place in 2021.
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