Tag: President Handball Federation of Nigeria

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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HFN President Visits CAHB President in Cotonou, Secures Key Developmental Gains for Nigerian Handball

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The newly elected President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), Mr. Jibril Ojih Saidu, FNIQS, recently paid a courtesy visit to the President of the Confederation of African Handball (CAHB), Dr. Mansourou Aremou in Cotonou, Benin Republic. During the high-level meeting, Mr. Jibril Ojih Saidu expressed profound appreciation to the Confederation of African Handball (CAHB) for the inclusion of Nigeria’s Men’s Senior National Team in the forthcoming 2026 African Cup of Nations. It will be recalled that an earlier publication by CAHB had initially omitted Nigeria from the final…

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Ex-International Adeyemi George Osawe Donates ₦5 Million to Support Grassroots Handball in Southwest

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Former Nigeria international and pioneer of professional handball in Europe, Adeyemi George Osawe, has announced a ₦5,000,000 donation through his Osawe Handball Academy to support grassroots handball development across the Southwest zone. Osawe made the announcement shortly after the Southwest Zonal Representative election of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) and the Federation’s Presidential Election held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Abuja. Despite losing the zonal election to Mr. Gbenga Adewusi Arole of Oyo State by 4 votes to 2, Osawe reaffirmed his deep commitment to advancing handball in…

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