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Team Nigeria Cyclists Qualify for world championship

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5 years ago

October 19, 2021

Joel Ajayi
Four Female Nigerian Cyclists have qualified for the 111th Edition of World Track Cycling Championships competition that will hold inside the Jean Stablinski Regional Indoor Velodrome in Roubaix, France from 20-24 October, 2021.

In a Press statement signed by the Director Press and Public Relations Mohammed Manga revealed that, qualified Cyclists who will wear the green white green jerseys/ kits for the first time at the World Cycling Championships Competition in Roubaix, France are Grace Ayuba, Tawakalitu OyetayoYekeen, ESE Lovina Ukpeseraye and Mary Sunday Samuel.

Nigeria’s qualification for the Cycling Competition is a testament to the popularity and commendable skill of our youths in this particular Sport.

The Honourable Minister of Youth and Sports commends the Cyclists and the leadership of the Cycling Federation of Nigeria, led by Engr. (Chief) Masari Giandomenico and wishes the Team success.

Team Nigeria Cyclists will be participating alongside Egypt with 1 qualified Cyclist: two African countries joining their counterparts from other countries across the globe in the Cycling Championships holding in Roubaix, France in a few days time.

During the reception organised by the French Ambassador to Nigeria for our Team Nigeria female Cyclists; Her Excellency Mme Emmanuelle Blatman, stated that the qualification of the Four Female Nigerian Cyclists is commendable.

Blatman who was represented by the Deputy Ambassador, Mr Olivier Chatelias said that the qualification was a proof of active women participation in the sport.
She wished them podium performances at the competition.

World Track Cycling Championships Competition that will hold in Roubaix, France is one of the oldest races called the ‘ Paris- Roubaix’ which has taken place every year since 1896.

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Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday

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18 hours ago

November 14, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

Vipers Volleyball Club have felicitated with their captain, Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.

In a statement signed by the Vipers VC Team Manager, Suraj Abiodun Jabar; the club described Mbah as a leader who has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the court.

The statement also praised the Nigerian international for her valuable contributions to the club.

The statement mentioned her role in guiding Vipers to a second-place finish at the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Club Championship in Ghana.

It read: “The management of Vipers Volleyball Club wants to celebrate Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.

“She has been an asset to Vipers since joining the club, demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication and leadership.

“Her contributions to the growth and success of the team have been invaluable.

“We appreciate her efforts, professionalism and the positive influence she continues to have on her teammates. We wish her more successful years ahead, good health and greater achievements.”

The club concluded its birthday message by wishing the experienced player continued success as she leads the team towards achieving more honours.

Beyond her achievements at club level, Mbah won a bronze medal for Nigeria at the 2024 African Games in Ghana, further establishing herself as one of the country’s accomplished volleyball players.

She has also secured qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, adding another milestone to her growing career.

In their separate messages, board members of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, James Datuhun and Chinedu Onikeku (OLY) as well as Coordinator of Vipers VC, Samuel Onikeku wished the Nigeria international a glamorous birthday.

They hailed Esther Mbah for exhibiting a high level of leadership trait since joining the team.

The stakeholders prayed for good health and ultimately success as she prepares for the Beach Volleyball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

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