By Andrew Abah
The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has announced the appointment of national coaches for the Senior Men, Senior Women, Under-19 Boys, Under-19 Girls, Under-17 Boys, Under-17 Girls, and Beach Volleyball national teams.
This followed a comprehensive selection, screening, and approval process.
The appointments underscored the Federation's commitment to strengthening the technical development of volleyball in Nigeria and ensuring adequate preparation for upcoming regional, continental, and international competitions.
Senior Men
Coach Taiwo Oladipupo – Head Coach
Coach Twevini Yohanna – Assistant Coach I / Setters Coach
Coach Jonah Adamu – Assistant Coach / Offensive Coordinator
Senior Women
Coach Elam Elishama – Head Coach
Coach Segun Abinde – Assistant Coach I / Offensive Coordinator
Coach Sunday Yunana Akapson – Setters Trainer
Under-19 Boys
Coach Adamu Nite – Head Coach
Coach Ayo Aboderin – Assistant Coach I / Offensive Coordinator
Coach Philip Stephen – Setters Trainer
Under-19 Girls
Coach Vincent Unogwu – Head Coach
Coach Bukola Faremi – Assistant Coach I / Blocking and Defense Coordinator
Coach Chinyere Onuoha – Assistant Coach II / Offensive Coordinator
Under-17 Girls
Coach Sunday Yunana Akapson – Head Coach
Coach Jessica Egwuna – Assistant Coach / Offensive Coordinator
Coach Kinsley Alika – Setters Trainer
Under-17 Boys
Coach Suleiman Ajeigbe – Head Coach
Coach Ibrahim Adamu – Assistant Coach I / Offensive Coordinator
Coach Osas Omoruyi – Assistant Coach
Beach Volleyball – Women
Coach Kayode – Coach
Coach Felicia Amos – Coach
Beach Volleyball – Men
Coach John Iwerima – Coach
Coach Jonathan Thaj – Coach
The Nigeria Volleyball Federation congratulated all the appointed coaches and expresses confidence in their ability to contribute significantly to the development and success of volleyball and beach volleyball in Nigeria.
The Federation expressed its expectation for the coaches to bring their wealth of experience, professionalism, and technical expertise to bear as they guide the national teams toward achieving excellence on the continental and global stages.
"The NVBF remains committed to building a robust talent development pathway and fostering a culture of excellence that will enhance Nigeria's competitiveness in both indoor and beach volleyball."