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TojeMarine Invitational sets benchmark for West African handball – Adjeyi
Cyril Ogar
Former Secretary General of the Greater Accra Handball Association (GAHA), Eric Adjeyi, has commended the immediate past President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), Sam Ocheho, for the successful organisation of the recently concluded TojeMarine Invitational Championship.
Adjeyi described the championship as one of the best handball tournaments in West Africa, praising its high standard of organisation and the level of competition.
The Special Aide to the President of the Ghana Athletics Federation said the international tournament has set a benchmark for other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.
He said: “The TojeMarine Invitational Championship is one of the finest handball tournaments I have witnessed in West Africa. The organisation, participation, and overall standard of the competition were outstanding.”
“This tournament has shown what is possible when there is commitment, vision, and proper planning. It is a challenge to other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa to raise the standard of handball competitions in the region.”
Adjeyi also applauded Ocheho for creating a platform that promotes the growth of the sport across the continent.
“I must commend Sam Ocheho for his passion and dedication to the development of handball. Initiatives like this provide valuable exposure for clubs and players while strengthening relationships among handball-playing nations.”
He urged other countries to emulate Nigeria by organising similar competitions that would bring together clubs from across the region.
“I encourage other countries to follow Nigeria’s example by organising befitting international tournaments that accommodate clubs from across the region.
“Such competitions will greatly contribute to the development of handball in Africa and provide more opportunities for our athletes to compete at a high level,” Adjeyi added.
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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