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We Are Set to Rebuild and Rebrand Rugby Game-Dr Are

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3 years ago

October 19, 2021

Joel Ajayi
President of Nigeria Rugby Federation Dr Ademola Are has reiterated his commitment to rebuild and rebrand the game of Rugby in the country to ensure Nigeria is back to the comity of Rugby nation.

Dr Are stated this in Ilorin, Kwara state while speaking with journalist at the ongoing 2021 edition of National Youth Games.
The former Director of Grassroots and Development Dr Are who was in Ilorin to assist ministry as well on the capacity of President of Rugby expressed that the Federation is working hard to bring all stakeholders’ together a move that believe if achieve, would go a long way in bring growth of the game in the country and beyond.

According to him, Rugby Federation has been a troublesome entity, but we are working hard to bring everyone together.
“We can’t condemn totally whatever thing that happened in the past.

“It’s our duty to come in and bring everybody together remove toga of ban on Nigeria, concentrate more of grassroots development and tap into various elite athletes home and abroad.”

While giving the hints on the line up programs for the Rugby, he said that: “By December the Federation is going to have a grassroots program in Delta state we got that approval.

“Also , by the end of October we shall be in Kenya for Rugby competition to be host by Kenya we are working hard to get approval and ensure Nigeria is back into comity of Rugby.”

He therefore solicited for the media support to enable the rebuild and rebrand the game in the country. “We have a house that we are trying to rebuild and rebrand and with your support we shall get there.” He appealed.

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NSC Hails Nigerian Badminton Team as Eniola Bolaji Strikes Gold, Men’s Doubles Team Secures Bronze in Spanish International Tourney

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39 mins ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has applauded the Nigerian contingent at the 2025 Spanish Parabadminton International, after another impressive outing that saw the team secure a gold and a bronze medal in Toledo, Spain, on Sunday.

Paralympic medallist Eniola Bolaji continued her dominance, winning her second gold medal in two weeks with a commanding 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) victory over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in the women’s SL3 final. Bolaji had won gold a week earlier at the Spanish International in Victoria, Spain.

In the men’s SL4 doubles event, Nnana Jeremiah and Eze Chukwuebuka delivered a strong performance, battling their way to a well-deserved bronze medal.

NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, commended the athletes for making Nigeria proud and praised the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, led by Francis Orbih, for ensuring the team’s optimal performance on the international stage.

“These athletes have once again showcased the resilience and talent that define Nigerian sports. Their success is a lucid indication of their hard work and the strategic leadership we demand from the Badminton Federation and other sports federations. We are proud of them and remain committed to supporting their journey to greater heights,” Dikko said.

Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, emphasized that the achievements align with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of strengthening grassroots sports while ensuring Nigeria competes favorably on the global stage.

“As part of our mandate under President Tinubu’s administration, we are committed to developing talent from the grassroots and supporting our elite athletes to bring home international laurels. The NSC will continue to back the strategic vision of sports federations as we work towards building a strong and sustainable sports ecosystem,” Olopade stated.

Since the National Sports Commission leadership took office, Nigerian contingents have continued to impress internationally including international successes in cricket and basketball recorded thus far. The NSC leadership stated that no stone will be left unturned until Nigerian sports reaches its full potentials.

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