Nigeria to host U18 AFCON Beach Volleyball in August
Nigeria will host the Under 18 Beach Volleyball African Nations Cup between August 1st and 7th in Abuja according to a source close to the President, Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Engineer Musa Nimrod .
It is the first time Nigeria will be hosting the Beach Volleyball Under 18 competition with the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja earmarked to host all the African nations.
Sub-Saharan African nations like Angola, Cameroon, Congo Republic, Comoros, South Africa among others are expected to grace the competition.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has congratulated the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, on his election as Chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council.
In a statement signed by NVBF President, Engineer Musa Nimrod, the Federation expressed confidence that CGC Adeniyi will bring innovation and transformation to the WCO.
Nimrod noted that Adeniyi has significantly improved the fortunes of Nigeria Customs in a short time, adding that the global community will soon feel his positive impact.
He also highlighted Adeniyi’s strong support for sports, particularly volleyball, through consistent sponsorships.
The entire board of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation congratulates you on your election as Chairperson of the WCO Council,” the statement read.
“In just two years as CGC, you have not only boosted revenue collection and surpassed budgetary targets, but have also made substantial investments in volleyball.
Under your leadership, the Nigeria Customs Service sponsored the 2024 Volleyball League and hosted the 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Club Championship, widely acclaimed as the best edition to date.
“We are confident you will exceed expectations at the WCO Council.”
CGC Adeniyi officially assumed leadership of the WCO Council yesterday, succeeding Edward Kieswetter, Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service.
