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Nigeria Olympic Committee praises National School Volleyball Championships, pledges support
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The Nigeria Olympic Committee NOC has commended the Nigeria School Sport Federation NSSF for successfully organizing the 2nd National School Volleyball Championships, promising ongoing support for future events. The four-day tournament, held at the National Institute for Sports in Lagos, featured 28 teams from various states across Nigeria. Organized by the NSSF in collaboration with the Nigeria Volleyball Federation and backed by the Lagos State Sports Commission, the championships focused on grassroots sports development. Bayelsa and Bauchi states secured the championships, while Adamawa and Oyo states earned bronze medals. NOC President Engr. Habu Gumel praised the event as a platform for developing future athletes, noting the high quality of play and the potential for Nigerian athletes to compete in international games. NSSF President Olabisi Joseph expressed satisfaction with the tournament's success and indicated that the federation will work with the NVBF to identify top talents for the 2026 International School Sport Federation World School Volleyball Championship in China. The championships concluded on Friday, April 24, highlighting the potential of Nigeria's emerging volleyball talent.
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