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Nigeria has been crowned champions of the Para Volleyball event at the maiden edition of the West Africa Zone A & B Championship after securing a dominant 3–0 victory over Ghana in their final match.
The Nigerian team opened their campaign with a hard-fought 3–0 (25–13, 25–20, 25–22) win against Niger Republic, overcoming a resilient opponent to set the tone for their championship run.
In their decisive encounter against Ghana, Nigeria showcased superior experience and teamwork, racing to a 25–10 win in the first set. The momentum continued as they cruised through the second set 25–6 and sealed the match with a 25–16 victory in the third, completing back-to-back straight-set wins.
Speaking after the triumph, President of the Paravolley Federation of Nigeria, Kayode Ladele, said the victory reflects the board’s commitment to developing the sport across the country.
“It makes me feel accomplished. We have been putting in the work to develop paravolley in Nigeria, and people can now see the results. You cannot challenge victory—victory is victory,” he said.
Technical Director and Head Coach, Priscilla Agara, expressed gratitude to the federation for consistently providing the team with international exposure, including participation in the 2024 Paralympic Games qualifiers and the 2024 Paravolleyball Club Championship.
“This win is massive for Nigeria. It confirms our status in the West African sub-region. We are grateful to God for the victory, and I want to thank my players for bringing the gold home,” Agara said.
