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Volleyball: NVBF Mourns Former President, Otunba Aderinokun

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The members of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation received with shock the news of the death of her former President- Otunba Eddie Aderinokun who died on January 3, 2020 at the ripe age of 80years.

Uncle Eddie, as he is fondly called, came into volleyball to fulfill his vision of making the game of volleyball, not only to be a household name but also to make volleyball a number one sport in Nigeria, surpassing the game of soccer.

According to members of the volleyball federation, Otunba Aderinokun brought in many companies like Pepsi, Three Crowns, African Alliance Insurance Company, State governments into sponsoring volleyball.

It read, “The sponsors brought by the late President enabled volleyball game to be played once in a month and at a time every two weeks. Nigeria hosted international championships, Re-invigorating the CAVB Zone 3, thereby establishing close working relationship among the countries in the zone.

“He made efforts to see that Nigerian teams participated in international championships, created a National Volleyball Referees’ Association thereby putting an end to coaches officiating matches and made hosting of international volleyball courses a focus.

The statement read that Late Otunba Aderinokun established strong links with foreign clubs which enabled Nigeria players join professional club sides.

It read, “He established strong links with foreign volleyball clubs in France, Egypt, Tunisia, Belgium, Libya, and these links enabled our players to join these clubs as professionals. Players like Wasper, Edosa Aye, Tunde Omisore, Emmanuel Jatto, Moyo Kassim, Thomas Aroko, Usman Abdallah, Friday Abesin, Lola Aina, Esther Dusu, Anthonia Oyedele, Tony Ngwube, Eze, and many others.

Just as our players traveled out to play, so also did we have foreign players coming in to play in Nigeria

“These and more were fulfilled visions that made volleyball a household name in Nigeria and also outside the shores of Nigeria”.

Uncle Eddie Aderinokun later became a member of the CAVB and FIVB Media Commissions and was a force to reckoned with.

Otunba Aderinokun played a significant role in the growth and development of Volleyball in Nigeria and outside.

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Enthusiasts Praise Ghana’s Meteoric Progress at African Games, Sport Minister Applauded for Visionary Leadership

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Ghana’s remarkable ascent in the African Games has sparked widespread acclaim from sports enthusiasts and stakeholders alike. The nation’s stunning leap from 15th place in the previous edition to an impressive 6th place in 2024 has captured the attention of the sports community, highlighting Ghana’s burgeoning potential and the transformative leadership of its Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mustapha Ussif.

Under Minister Ussif’s visionary leadership, Ghana’s sports industry has undergone a profound renaissance, marked by unprecedented achievements in grassroots development and infrastructure growth. The Minister’s strategic initiatives have not only revitalized the sporting landscape but have also positioned Ghana as a beacon of excellence on the African continent.

The recent success at the African Games is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering talent at all levels. Through innovative programs and investments in youth development, Minister Ussif has cultivated a fertile environment for nurturing emerging athletes, paving the way for their seamless transition into senior sports teams.

Furthermore, Ghana’s hosting of the African Games in 2023 underscores the nation’s dedication to expanding its infrastructure base and solidifying its status as a regional sports hub. The prospect of hosting this prestigious event not only promises to elevate Ghana’s profile on the international stage but also presents unparalleled opportunities for economic growth and societal advancement.

Speaking on Ghana’s remarkable achievement, Minister Mustapha Ussif expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders and affirmed his commitment to further advancing the nation’s sports agenda.

He stated, “The remarkable progress we have witnessed at the African Games is a testament to the collective efforts of our athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together, and I am confident that Ghana’s journey to sporting excellence has only just begun.”

On the eve of the closing ceremony alone, Ghana clinched eight gold medals, winning the ultimate prize in women’s hockey, 200m men’s athletics event, high jump, men’s football event, and four boxing gold medals in boxing. All in one night.

Ghana also made history by becoming the first country to win god in both men’s and women’s football events at the Games.

The closing ceremony of the Games saw star performances from star acts such as Stonebwoy, Stanley Enow, Wiyaala, Innoss’B, amongst others.

As Ghana continues its upward trajectory in the realm of sports, the nation stands poised to achieve even greater milestones under the visionary leadership of President Nana Akufo-Addo and Sports minister, Mustapha Ussif.

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