Nigeria's badminton team is set to compete in the 2025 African Badminton Championships in Morocco. The team, led by defending champion Anuoluwapo Opeyori, aims to secure another successful outing. The Nigerian Sports Commission (NSC) has pledged its full support for the team, recognizing the growing importance of badminton in the country.
Nigeria 's badminton team is gearing up for the 2025 African Badminton Championships in Morocco , with high hopes for another successful outing. The team, consisting of 10 players, will compete in various categories, including Men's Singles, Women's Singles, Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Among the top contenders is Anuoluwapo Opeyori , the country's number-one player and reigning African singles champion, who aims to defend his title.
The Nigerian Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the team, emphasizing the growing importance of badminton in the country's sports landscape. NSC Director-General, Bukola Olopade, visited the Team Nigeria camp in Abuja to boost morale and express the commission's backing. Olopade commended the progress of badminton in Nigeria, particularly under the leadership of BFN President Francis Orbih, who has significantly raised the sport's profile.Olopade assured the players of the NSC's full support and urged them to give their best, highlighting their status as defending champions. BFN President Orbih expressed confidence in the squad's ability to excel at the championships, stating that Olopade's visit will further boost their morale. The team aims to replicate their strong performance at the last edition in Cairo, Egypt, where they secured one gold, two silver, and four bronze medals. With the 2025 tournament scheduled for February 10-16, expectations are high for another impressive showing from Nigeria's top shuttlers
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