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Wheelchair Basketball President announces multi million naira sponsorship with BetKing
The President of Wheelchair Basketball Federation of Nigeria (WBF), Mr Seyi Johnson has announced a sponsorship deal with Sports betting company, BetKing.
The deal was brokered by world renowned sports marketing company, Nilayo Sports Management Limited on Tuesday.
According to details of the deal, the Wheelchair Basketball Federation sealed a three year multi-million Naira sponsorship contract with BetKing.
Speaking on the deal, President of the WBF, Mr Seyi Johnson said the deal which is a major one will definitely help in the rebranding efforts of the WBF new board.
Johnson hailed BetKing for coming to the aid of the Federation in terms of sponsorship adding that the athletes will be the greatest beneficiary.
He believes the Federation will ride on the crest of partnership to bring joy to the faces of Nigerians at the forthcoming African Para Games in September and other International Championships.
The sports marketer said, “This deal has opened a new chapter in the game of wheelchair basketball after the loss of sponsors in the last decade.
“I want to thank BetKing for choosing to identify with the Wheelchair Basketball Federation. Under the current board, the players are featuring in the men and women’s categories at the forthcoming 2023 African Para Games in Ghana and the sponsorship will definitely be strategic for marketing purposes”
“I am convinced that the sponsorship will increase the competitiveness of the game across the country and our results will definitely attract more sponsor.
“I want to thank every member of the Federation for the confidence reposed in me to lead the Wheelchair Basketball and it is my aspirations we surpass previous records set by my predecessors”, he added.
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Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday
Cyril Ogar
Vipers Volleyball Club have felicitated with their captain, Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
In a statement signed by the Vipers VC Team Manager, Suraj Abiodun Jabar; the club described Mbah as a leader who has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the court.
The statement also praised the Nigerian international for her valuable contributions to the club.
The statement mentioned her role in guiding Vipers to a second-place finish at the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Club Championship in Ghana.
It read: “The management of Vipers Volleyball Club wants to celebrate Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.
“She has been an asset to Vipers since joining the club, demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication and leadership.
“Her contributions to the growth and success of the team have been invaluable.
“We appreciate her efforts, professionalism and the positive influence she continues to have on her teammates. We wish her more successful years ahead, good health and greater achievements.”
The club concluded its birthday message by wishing the experienced player continued success as she leads the team towards achieving more honours.
Beyond her achievements at club level, Mbah won a bronze medal for Nigeria at the 2024 African Games in Ghana, further establishing herself as one of the country’s accomplished volleyball players.
She has also secured qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, adding another milestone to her growing career.
In their separate messages, board members of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, James Datuhun and Chinedu Onikeku (OLY) as well as Coordinator of Vipers VC, Samuel Onikeku wished the Nigeria international a glamorous birthday.
They hailed Esther Mbah for exhibiting a high level of leadership trait since joining the team.
The stakeholders prayed for good health and ultimately success as she prepares for the Beach Volleyball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
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