By Victor Okoye
Abuja, April 29, 2025 (NAN) The 2025 Minister of FCT Volleyball Challenge is set to deliver thrilling action as 53 teams—comprising 32 male and 21 female clubs—clash in the highly anticipated Season 2 of the championship in Abuja.
The event, scheduled to take place from Wednesday to Sunday will be held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Package B, and promises to be a showcase of raw talent and intense competition.
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja, Commodore James Aliyu Pindar (Rtd), Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) and the FCT Volleyball Caretaker Committee, expressed excitement about the upcoming event, noting that this year’s edition will be a massive upgrade from the inaugural season.
“The aim of these competitions is to foster good and friendly relationships among volleyball players and enthusiasts within the FCT and its environs.
“It also seeks to positively engage youths and identify talented players for development at both national and international levels,” he said.
He said that the tournament also plays a vital role in youth sensitisation, security awareness, and national development through sport.
According to Pindar, the 2025 edition will see increased participation from 53 club sides (32 male and 21 female), with matches played across both the indoor and outdoor courts of the stadium.
Highlighting the benefits for participating teams, Pindar listed: Participation grants for all 53 teams, Trophies for overall winners, medals and cash prizes for teams finishing first, second and third positions.
Also are individual awards for outstanding players (six male and six female) and MVP T-shirts from the quarterfinal stage onward.
Others includes, Certificates of participation for all clubs, Water as well as incentives for teams during matches.
He added that the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike as well as other special dignitaries were expected to grace the event’s closing ceremony on Sunday.
The LOC Chairman also revealed other upcoming events in the FCT Volleyball calendar, including; ‘Catch Them Young’ U-17 FCT Volleyball Challenge – Sept. 1 to Sept. 7 as well as the FCT Beach Volleyball Challenge 2025.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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