Nigeria’s handball team secured their place in the IHF Trophy Africa Men Continental Phase final with a convincing 44-33 victory over Cameroon in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The match highlighted Nigeria’s growing prominence in African handball, setting up an exciting final clash with Guinea scheduled for Wednesday at 3 PM Nigeria time.
The senior team’s triumph was marked by the outstanding performance of Foloki, who earned the Most Valuable Player award despite suffering an injury in a collision with Cameroon’s goalkeeper during the match’s final minute. His resilience and contribution to the team’s success exemplified the fighting spirit of the Nigerian squad.
Adding to the nation’s handball success story, Nigeria’s Under-18 men’s team demonstrated their dominance with a commanding 47-31 victory over host nation Ethiopia. The young team’s performance showcased the depth of handball talent in Nigeria, suggesting a bright future for the sport in the country.
The stellar performance of goalkeeper Samuel Obabori in the Under-18 match earned him a well-deserved MVP recognition, with his exceptional saves proving crucial in containing the Ethiopian offense. These consecutive victories across different age groups highlight Nigeria’s comprehensive development program and growing strength in African handball competition.
