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Volleyball CNS Spikers, NSCDC maintain unbeaten run on Day 3

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November 20, 2023

Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Spikers and NSCDC women’s team are currently unbeaten at the ongoing 2023 Nigeria Volleyball Premier League (2nd phase) in Abuja.

CNS Spikers beat Nigeria Immigration Service 3-0 (25-15, 25-15, 25-10) while NSCDC defeated Benue Queens 3-0 (25-11, 25-17, 25-6) at the Moshood Abiola Stadium on Sunday.

2022 National Division 1 Champions, CNS Spikers did not waste time in dispatching one of the longest volleyball clubs in the country, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).

NIS who are currently rebuilding their team after missing out on veteran players like Dorathy Egbum and a host of others could not withstand the fire powers of CNS Spikers. CNS Spikers won the first and second set by 25 to 15 points before nailing NIS by 25 to 10 points in the third set.

NSCDC humbled Benue Queens in the first set by 25 to 11 points. The Makurdi-based team came out better in the second set but lost 17 to 25 points. Coach Samuel Ajayi with some vital changes in the third set, gave NSCDC a big win with 25 to 6 points.

In the last women’s match, Kada Emeralds won Anambra Queens in a four set thriller (25-22, 13-25, 24-26, 25-15) which thrilled the spectators.

Men-

Kano Pillars v Nigeria Immigration Service 3-0 (25-15, 25-13, 25-19)

Kada Kings v Offa VC 2-3 (30-28, 14-25, 25-23, 23-25, 13-15)

Sunshine Spikers v COAS Spikers 3-1(21-25, 25-21, 25-20, 25-18)

Women-

NSCDC v Benue Queens 3-0 (25-11, 25-17, 25-6)

COAS Spikers v LifeCamp 3-2 (26-24, 18-25, 25-21, 20-25, 15-10)

CNS Spikers v Nigeria Immigration Service 3-0 (25-15, 25-15, 25-10)

Anambra v Kada 1-3 (22-25, 25-13, 24-26, 15-25)

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Riyadh 2025: Nigeria’s Boxing Contingent Departs for Saudi Arabia

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November 4, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Team Nigeria’s boxing contingent has officially departs the shores of the country for Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ahead of the 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games, taking place from November 7 to 21, 2025.

The team forms a vital part of Nigeria’s contingent at the multi-sport event, which gathers athletes from across over 55 nations globally. Nigeria’s participation reflects the nation’s commitment to expanding its global sporting profile and using sport as a tool for unity, national pride, and youth development.

Chief de Mission, Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, described the Riyadh Games as a “crucial aspect of Nigeria’s strategic sports development plan,” emphasizing that the event serves as both a test of preparation and a pathway toward greater international success, including at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

He reaffirmed the NSC’s commitment to ensuring that Nigerian athletes receive the necessary support to excel on global platforms.

“This is more than just another international competition; it is a vital stepping-stone for our athletes toward Olympian ambitions,” Hon. Bukola Olopade said ahead of the team’s departure.

“Our team is prepared, focused, and hungry for success. We carry the hopes of the nation with us to Riyadh,” Hon. Olopade added.
Nigeria has maintained a strong presence at the Games since the inaugural edition in 2005. Over the years, the country’s athletes have recorded success across various sporting categories.

The contingent is led by experienced coaches and supported by technical staff dedicated to achieving peak performance levels.

As the competition gets set to begin in Riyadh, all eyes will be on the Nigerian contingent to deliver a performance that reinforces the country’s reputation as one of Africa’s leading sporting nations.

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