Rugby: Nigeria to play Ghana in international friendly
The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation on Monday disclosed plans for an international friendly match with Ghana, signalling a swift start to its new tenure.
The re-elected NRFF president, Ademola Are, disclosed this in a statement.
Mr Are said the game would take place at the University of Ghana Rugby Stadium in Accra and was expected to rekindle the historic rivalry between the two countries.
“The high-profile fixture promises to be intense with national pride and bragging rights at stake. The international friendly marks the new board’s first official engagement after its elections on October 25,” the statement said.
Mr Are said the friendly was part of the federation’s broader strategy to sustain player activity and build competitive momentum ahead of the new season.
“This match is part of our plans to keep the players engaged while we finalise modalities for the league’s kickoff. We are focusing on inclusivity, ensuring that every geopolitical zone in the country is represented and actively involved,” he added.
He noted that the federation is strongly committed to women’s rugby, describing it as a key component of its developmental agenda.
“The Rugby Rising Initiative provides a solid platform to bring more women into the game, to ultimately strengthen our female league in the future. Nigeria will host the Africa Regional Women’s Sevens in 2026, featuring teams from across West Africa.
“The championship will further spotlight the country’s growing influence in continental rugby,” the NRFF statement explained.
(NAN)
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