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Volleyball: JVC Of Bauchi Eager To Secure Premier League ticket Says Dada

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5 years ago

May 27, 2021

The coach of JVC of Bauchi Volleyball Club, Monday Dada says his team wants to gain promotion to the Nigeria Volleyball Premier League.

Dada disclosed this to newsmen in Kaduna after recording 3-1 (25-23, 25-21, 28-30, 25-22) over Oyo state at the ongoing 2021 National Division 1 Volleyball League in Kaduna state on Wednesday.

He said the JVC of Bauchi belongs to the Premier League due to the kind of quality player they parade.

He said, “JVC of Bauchi is in the Division 1 league to gain promotion to next season’s premier league because that is where the big guns are and that is what we are aiming for. We do not expect anything asides from getting the ticket”

He expressed satisfaction in his players’ performance against Oyo state.

Dada attributed the inability of his team to beat Kwara to his technical errors, promising not to make further blunders in subsequent matches.

He said, “I feel happy winning 3-1 against a young Oyo state side because we worked hard for the result and we thank God for the victory recorded.

“Losing to Kwara United on Tuesday was a technical error from my side but we did our best considering the situation we came. I believe my boys played very well but it was my fault we lost but I am working on it and we are going to get on top on this matter”.

Day 3 results

Spartan Spikers of Yola v Kwara United 2-3 (21-25, 22-25, 25-17, 25-21, 12-15)

Kastina United v Caliphate Spikers of Sokoto 3-1 (25-23, 25-19, 22-25, 25-12)

Oyo state v JVC of Bauchi 1-3 (23-25, 21-25, 30-28, 22-25)

Kada Kings v Equity Spikers of Kebbi 3-0 (25-14, 25-15, 25-14)

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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase

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2 hours ago

October 4, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

With 29 days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Nigeria is stepping up preparations to host the continental women’s team golf championship, with the extensive rehabilitation of the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja providing a major boost to the country’s readiness.

In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja Director of Communication AACT 2026, Kayode Adeniyi said the Club’s Board of Trustees has assured that the facility will be fully prepared to welcome golfers, officials and delegates from across Africa when the championship tees off on November 2.

Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, CFR, gave the assurance after inspecting ongoing rehabilitation works at the Club, expressing satisfaction with the progress recorded so far.

The IBB International Golf and Country Club has undergone extensive rehabilitation following its closure to regular golfing activities for more than a year. The intervention has focused on the golf course, selected holes, the clubhouse and other key facilities required to provide a befitting venue for the continental championship.

Justice Dongban-Mensem expressed confidence that the rehabilitation programme would be completed in time for the AACT, further reassuring stakeholders that the Club would be ready to host Africa’s leading female golfers.

Chairman of the Club’s Interim Management Committee, Peter Deshi, also expressed optimism over the progress of work, with regular golfing activities expected to resume ahead of the championship.

For the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the readiness of the host venue remains a critical component of the country’s preparations.

President of the Association, Dr. Lami Ahmed, has similarly expressed confidence in Nigeria’s preparations to stage a successful championship.

The 2026 AACT is scheduled to take place from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.

With the countdown now entering its final month, the rehabilitation of the Club is sending a strong message about Nigeria’s determination to deliver a successful championship and provide a worthy stage for Africa’s finest female golfers.

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