Nigeria’s women shine with gold at African Youth Games volleyball
Nigeria’s women’s beach volleyball team clinched gold at the African Youth Games in Angola after a straight-sets win over Egypt on June 5, 2025. The victory was celebrated by the President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Musa Nimrod, who highlighted the significance of the win after missing recent World Championships. Players Pamela Bawa and Joy Lawrences were praised for their performance, with coach John Iwerima also commended. The win marks a major achievement for Nigeria’s rising volleyball program.
Match highlights
- Nigeria defeated Egypt 2–0 (21–17, 21–15) to secure gold on June 5, 2025.
- Pamela Bawa and Joy Lawrences were key players in the victory.
- Musa Nimrod praised the team, noting the importance after missing World Championships in Qatar and Australia.
- The Federation aims to qualify for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
- The National Sports Commission’s support was credited as vital to the team’s success.
