Tag: Handball

Nigeria U-18, U-20 Men’s Handball Teams Arrive in Togo for IHF Trophy Africa Zone 3 Championship

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Nigeria’s Under-18 and Under-20 men’s national handball teams have arrived in Lomé, Togo, ahead of the 2026 IHF Trophy Africa Zone 3 Tournament, scheduled to hold from April 7 to 11, 2026. Both teams touched down in high spirits following weeks of intensive camping, during which emphasis was placed on tactical discipline, physical conditioning, and team cohesion in readiness for the regional championship. Organised by the (IHF), the competition serves as a critical developmental platform for emerging talents across the region. Winners in both the Youth (Under-18) and Junior (Under-20)…

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2ND NATIONAL U-12/15 HANDBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: ASOGWA COMMENDS ABIA HOSTING, REAFFIRMS HFN’S COMMITMENT TO GRASSROOTS INTEGRITY

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The South-East Zonal Representative on the board of the Handball Federation of Nigeria, Onyebuchi Emmanuel Asogwa, has praised the standard of organization and infrastructure at the National Under-12 and Under-15 Handball Championship, describing the tournament as a significant boost for grassroots sports development in Nigeria. Speaking during a media chat with journalists on the sidelines of the championship in Umuahia, Asogwa expressed satisfaction with the quality of facilities and logistics put in place by the host state, noting that the competition reflects the growing commitment of sub-national governments to sports.…

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“Catching Them Young Is Our Priority” — HFN Board Member Gbenga Adewusi Arole Presents Handballs to Osun State Association

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The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has reaffirmed its strong commitment to grassroots development as a member of its Board, Hon. Gbenga Adewusi Arole, presented handballs to the Osun State Handball Association during the ongoing Late Babatunde Olusegun Ojuola Under-12 Handball Championship in Ibadan. The presentation, which took place at the Lekan Salami Stadium Handball Court, Adamasingba, was received on behalf of Osun State by the Osun State Handball Team Head Coach, Joshua Aogo, amid cheers from young athletes, coaches, and stakeholders in attendance. Speaking at the event, Hon. Arole,…

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27th Men’s Senior Handball Africa Cup of Nations – Team Focus: Rwanda National Handball Team

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The countdown continues and in just 14 days, Rwanda will proudly host the 27th Men’s Senior Handball Africa Cup of Nations. From January 21st to 31st, 2026, the finest handballers from across the continent will gather in Kigali to compete for the ultimate continental prize. This tournament, organized by CAHB in partnership with FERWAHAND and the Rwanda Ministry of Sports, serves as a critical milestone—not just for the trophy, but as a primary qualifying event for the 2027 IHF World Men’s Handball Championship. As we count down the final two…

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27th Men’s Senior Handball Africa Cup of Nations – Team Focus: Algeria National Handball Team

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With only 15 days remaining until the 27th Men’s Senior Handball Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Rwanda in late January 2026, let’s turn our attention to one of the continent’s most storied teams: the Algeria National Handball Team. As part of our ongoing series profiling national teams and key players ahead of the tournament, today we shine the spotlight on the Fennecs and examine what to expect from a squad that blends youth and experience with continental ambition. Algeria enters the CAN 2026 on the back of a…

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Men’s Senior Handball Africa Cup of Nations – Team Focus: Egypt Handball National Team

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With just 16 days remaining until the curtain rises on the 27th Men’s Senior Handball Africa Cup of Nations in Rwanda, anticipation continues to build across the continent. Scheduled for late January 2026, the championship will feature Africa’s top 16 national teams, all competing for continental supremacy and coveted qualification places for the 2027 IHF Men’s World Handball Championship. Among the leading contenders, the Egypt Handball National Team — famously known as The Pharaohs — commands particular attention. A consistent force in both African and global handball, Egypt arrives as…

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(PHOTOS) HFN Names 9 Home-Based Players in Nigeria Men’s Handball Team Camp Ahead of 2026 Africa Handball Nations Cup

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The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has officially released its list of invitees for the Senior Men’s National Team ahead of the 27th African Men’s Handball Nations Cup, set for January 21–31, 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda. The comprehensive roster features 24 players, including nine home-based talents predominantly from the Ardova Premier Handball League, who have earned spots in the national team camp at the Indoor Sports Hall, Package B of the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. As of Friday, according to  Cosmos Chukwuemeka, the media officer of the HFN, seventeen…

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Nigeria’s Global Influence Grows as HFN President, Ojih Jubril Saidu Presides Over CAHB Elective Congress in Cairo

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The President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), Mr. Jibril Ojih Saidu (FNIQS), has officially arrived in Cairo, Egypt, to play a pivotal leadership role in the 40th Congress of the International Handball Federation (IHF) and the 24th Elective Ordinary Congress of the Confederation of African Handball (CAHB). Mr. Saidu touched down at Cairo International Airport in the early hours of Saturday, December 19, 2025, via an Ethiopian Airlines flight. He was accorded a high-level reception by top officials from the IHF and CAHB, signaling Nigeria’s solidified status as…

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Full Composition of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) Board

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In line with its commitment to informing and educating sports stakeholders, ZazaMedia.com.ng presents a comprehensive introduction to the newly elected board of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN). Despite the growing popularity of handball across the country, many players, coaches, fans, sponsors and stakeholders are not fully aware of the individuals entrusted with the responsibility of directing the affairs of the federation. This article aims to bridge that gap by unveiling the new leadership team and highlighting the mandate of the federation. The New HFN Board Members At the helm…

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HFN Applauds Ardova Plc, Seeks Continued Partnership After Safety Teams’ Championship Sweep

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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)-backed teams dominated the Nigerian handball scene as Safety Shooters (Men) and Safety Babes (Women) were crowned champions of the 2025 Ardova Handball Premier League Grand Finale in Lagos, achieving a historic ‘double’ victory for the organization. The thrilling climax of the season-long competition took place at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Surulere, on the 5th December, 2025, reinforcing the league’s reputation as the premier handball event in West Africa. In the Men’s category, the Safety Shooters sealed a…

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