The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has pledged full media support for the upcoming African Women’s Club Volleyball Championship, scheduled to take place in Abuja from 1st to 14th April, 2025.
SWAN President, Isaiah Benjamin, made the promise when he led a delegation to the Comptroller General Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, at the Customs Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.
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Sporting Tribune reports that the discussions centered on fostering a productive working relationship, which is to bring the reports from the competition to the public glare as well as promote the growth of volleyball in Nigeria.
Speaking on behalf of the SWAN President, Secretary-General, Ikenna Okonkwo, praised the Customs Service for taking the bold step to bring Africa’s top club volleyball tournament to Nigeria.
“This is a historic moment for Nigerian sports. Hosting an event of this magnitude is a testament to the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to sports development. As the sporting media, we are proud to partner with Customs to ensure this championship gets the visibility it deserves, both locally and internationally,” Okonkwo said.
Also, FCT SWAN Chairman, Kelechi Onwudiwe, assured that the sporting press would mobilise to give the event maximum coverage together with the SWAN national.
He said, “We are committed to delivering a viral championship, one that will showcase the passion and dedication of the Nigeria Customs Service and its Comptroller General. This partnership goes beyond the Championship. It is a foundation for a stronger relationship between Customs and the sporting media.”
The CGC while responding, welcomed the collaboration, emphasising the vital role of the media in making the championship a success.
“We are not just hosting this championship, we are aiming to make history. With SWAN as a strategic media partner, we are confident that this event will leave a lasting impact.
“Beyond volleyball, we look forward to a sustained working relationship with the sporting media for the promotion of various sports under Customs,” the CGC said.
The NCS volleyball team, Nigeria’s sole representative, is looking forward to improving on its fourth-place finish in 2021 and aims to leverage home advantage to make history as both hosts and potential champions.
The Nigeria Customs Service, as the sole sponsor of the event, has committed significant resources to ensure a world-class tournament, making it the first-ever African Women’s Club Volleyball Championship to be hosted in the region.
The delegation also included FCT SWAN Vice Chairman; Victor Okoye, secretary; Samuel Ahmadu and Welfare Officer; Joan Iwuchukwu.
