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Ringo Sport Club Begins Ringtennis Training for Nigerian Service Personnel
Joel Ajayi
The Ringo Sport Club Nigeria is to commence its landmark ringtennis training program for the Nigerian service personnel tomorrow, Monday, 24th August 2026, at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
In a statement signed on Sunday by the National President, Ringo Sport ClubAhmed Mohammed Sule in Abuja stated that, over 60 officers and men from various Nigerian Para-Military Agencies already registered, the program marks a significant step toward integrating these personnel into the mainstream of Nigerian ringtennis sport. This initiative is designed to equip participants with the core skills, technical knowledge, and competitive strategies required to excel in the sport.
In a special note to the occasion, the National President of the Ringo Sport Club Nigeria, Malam Ahmed Mohammed Sule, extended a warm welcome to all participants, emphasizing the transformative potential of the training.
IMalam Ahmed urged all the participants to approach the program with the highest levels of discipline, commitment, and dedication which are values that formed the bedrock of both military service and sporting excellence.
He noted that the training is not merely an exercise but a career-defining opportunity to become certified professionals and ambassadors of Ringo Sport, capable of representing Nigeria on the world stage.
He said that the Nigerian Service Personnel Ringo Sport Training Program (NISPRISPORT) 2026 is to reaffirm the Club’s commitment to the development of sportsmanship and physical fitness across all sectors of the nation, noting that the Management looks forward for a smooth, intensive and rewarding training session.
All participants are expected to report early tomorrow morning at Package ‘B’ of the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, ready to engage fully in this historic program.
Sports
YellowGreens Thrash The Gambia by 160 Runs in Dominant Display
Joel Ajayi
Selim Salau’s century and a breathtaking late assault from Isaac Okpe powered Nigeria to a dominant opening victory at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C in Abuja.
Nigeria’s senior men’s national cricket team, the YellowGreens, made a resounding start to their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C campaign, defeating The Gambia by 160 runs at the NCF Oval 2 in Abuja on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
After winning the toss and electing to bat, Nigeria produced a formidable total of 262 for one in their allotted 20 overs, setting The Gambia a daunting target of 263 runs.
The innings was anchored by an outstanding century from Selim Salau, who remained unbeaten on 105 off 58 deliveries, striking 12 fours and three sixes. Isaac Danladi provided excellent support with an impressive 86 off 48 balls, including seven fours and four sixes, as the pair laid the foundation for Nigeria’s commanding total.
Isaac Okpe then delivered a sensational finishing assault, smashing an unbeaten 56 off just 16 deliveries, with three fours and six sixes. His remarkable strike rate of 350.00 propelled Nigeria beyond the 260-run mark and put the hosts firmly in control.
The Gambia faced an uphill battle in their chase and were eventually bowled out for 102 in 17.2 overs, handing Nigeria a comprehensive 160-run victory.
The result marked an emphatic opening statement from the YellowGreens as they began their campaign on home soil with an impressive all-round performance.
The victory also provides Nigeria with valuable momentum in a six-team competition featuring hosts Nigeria, The Gambia, Uganda, Zambia, Lesotho and Mozambique. With the teams competing in a round-robin format, the top two sides will progress to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final in 2027.
Nigeria will look to build on this commanding start as the YellowGreens continue their pursuit of one of the two available qualification places, with their next fixture against Zambia scheduled for Wednesday, 21 October, at the NCF Oval 1 in Abuja.
Final Score
Nigeria: 262/1 (20 overs)
The Gambia: 102 all out (17.2 overs)
Result: Nigeria won by 160 runs.
Key Performers
Selim Salau — 105 not out off 58 balls
Isaac Danladi — 86 off 48 balls
Isaac Okpe — 56 not out off 16 balls
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