Badminton
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The Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), has announced the appointment of Blessing Chisalam as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Chisalam is an accomplished sports scientist, she holds a master’s degree in sports management and has a deep-rooted passion for sports. Her appointment comes at a pivotal…
6 Nov
Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has gifted a two-time African Badminton Champion, Jinkam Bulus Ephraimu, with a cash prize of N10 million and a brand-new Toyota Hilux. The presentation was said to be part of the governor's ongoing commitment to promoting sports and youth opportunities in the state. The governor, while presenting the gifts,…
3 Sep
The Nigerian Badminton Federation, yesterday, rolled out the red carpets to celebrate the country’s lone medallist at the ongoing Paris 2024 Paralympics, Mariam Eniola Bolaji.
30 Aug
Team Nigeria athlete, Mariam Bolaji, has booked a place in the quarter-final of the women’s SL3 badminton event at the ongoing P
15 Jun 2024
It is not all the time that a particular individual embodies the hopes of a society the way badminton star, Anu Opeyori, is cast.
12 Feb 2024
The Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), in partnership with the Cross River State Ministry of Education and the UNHCR Ogoja Zonal Office, has concluded a two-day badminton outreach training for Physical and Health Education Teachers from 16 secondary schools. The event took place between February 8 and 9, 2024.
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